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April Thomas

Lake Charles,La

Summary

Motivated process technology graduate seeking an entry-level process operator position. Eager to apply technical skills, hands-on training, and a strong commitment to safety and efficiency in plant operations. Dedicated to continuous learning and long-term career growth, with a strong interest in contributing to the success and safety of the team and industry.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Rental Operations Manager

T & M Properties
08.2020 - 01.2025
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance.
  • Oversaw facility maintenance, ensuring optimal functionality of equipment and infrastructure at all times.
  • Managed budgets effectively, consistently delivering projects on-time and within financial constraints.

Production Operations Manager

Queen of Glitter
07.2023 - 12.2024
  • Manage the day-to-day production of glitter-based products
  • Ensure production timelines are met and that processes are efficient and cost effective
  • Perform routine checks on product consistency, color quality, and packaging requirements
  • Responsible for operating and overseeing the product from start to finish

Billing Operations Manager

L & D Community Care
08.2012 - 08.2020
  • Oversee the daily operations of the billing department, ensure timely and accurate processes are complete
  • Provide support and guidance to team members on complex billing inquiries or disputes
  • Oversee and manage billing software and systems to ensure that they are running effectively and data required is entered into the database
  • Prepare billing reports for management and follow proper protocol

Hole Watch/Fire Watch

Lake Charles Refinery-Performance
05.2012 - 08.2012
  • Monitor conditions and entrants working inside confined spaces
  • Look for hazards and report any to safety
  • Maintain a water hose, fire hydrant, air horn, and safety vest

Education

Process Technology -

Sowela Technical Community College
Lake Charles, LA

Bachelor Of Early Childhood Care And Education - Child Development

Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Natchitoches, LA
12.2011

Diploma -

A. M. Barbe High
Lake Charles, LA
05.2006

Skills

  • Problem-solving
  • Team leadership
  • Operations management
  • Customer service
  • Employee relations and conflict resolution
  • Staff training
  • Staff management
  • Inventory management
  • Policies and procedures implementation
  • Employee motivation

Timeline

Production Operations Manager

Queen of Glitter
07.2023 - 12.2024

Rental Operations Manager

T & M Properties
08.2020 - 01.2025

Billing Operations Manager

L & D Community Care
08.2012 - 08.2020

Hole Watch/Fire Watch

Lake Charles Refinery-Performance
05.2012 - 08.2012

Process Technology -

Sowela Technical Community College

Bachelor Of Early Childhood Care And Education - Child Development

Northwestern State University of Louisiana

Diploma -

A. M. Barbe High
April Thomas