Assistant Patternmaker / Inventory Specialist
Non Ferrous Cast Alloy
2024 - 2025
- Assisted in creating and modifying patterns for various alloy components.
- Collaborated with production teams to ensure accurate pattern specifications.
- Supported quality assurance by inspecting patterns for defects and inconsistencies.
- Maintained organized documentation of pattern designs and modifications.
- Contributed to improving workflow efficiency by streamlining pattern development processes.
- Adapted quickly to new tools and technologies used in patternmaking processes.
- Constructed sample garments for fittings and pattern adjustments.
- Collaborated with designers to understand models and produce high-quality patterns.
- Utilized flat patternmaking, draping and pattern manipulation to produce original patterns for customer use.
- Developed unique patterns and designs to meet customer specifications.
- Maintained database of available patterns to guide and inspire customers through design process. My last project was updating the tooling log from 2006 to 2025, flagging errors to be worked on in downtimes, flagging part number, customer name, and alloy stamp errors, flagged tooling that had never been logged, and adding current tooling to the log that was never entered. Process Improvement strength is high.
- Evaluated specifications of each design to identify sizes, shapes, and quantities involved for every part.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members, worked through issues.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory tracking systems to enhance accuracy and reduce discrepancies.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Conducted regular audits to ensure compliance with inventory standards and protocols. Inspecting all tooling for the next day, or weeks production schedule. With the goal of having all tooling ready for the next day both shifts, even if sometimes plans changed last minute.
- Conducted regular audits to ensure compliance with inventory standards and protocols.
- Developed and implemented efficient storage solutions for non-ferrous cast alloy materials. Created now space, and updated locations in the database for new tooling, or tooling without homes. Adjusted misplaced tooling to the correct locations, or mad one.
- Developed and implemented efficient storage solutions for non-ferrous cast alloy materials.
- Trained melt tech lead members on inventory management processes and safety practices.
- Coordinated with production teams to align inventory availability with manufacturing schedules.
- Streamlined with inventory management by implementing efficient
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve overall supply chain efficiency and communication. Asking the office for last minute schedule changes at the same time each day before pulling patterns for the next day, or next shift.
- Streamlined inventory management by implementing efficient tracking systems and processes. Suggested using NetSuite, and using a barcode system for better tacking & streamline communication between office / foundry.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve overall supply chain efficiency and communication.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping through diligent data entry and documentation practices. Everyday worksheet of what I worked on and when. Including fill in help in my downtime with fabrication work for maintenance, as well as weld correction on parts that would have otherwise been scrapped. Removal of trapped sand, filling holes & clanging, correcting shrinkage, etc.
- Conducted thorough market research to identify emerging trends in product demand or supplier capabilities. Finding solutions to the problems associated with discrepancy trends.
- Daily, weekly, and monthly placement of date codes on all patterns.
- Picked and packed order items. Unpacked new order items, labeled / stamped & added to our tooling log.
- Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
- Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities.
- Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris, between jobs & detail cleaned at the end of every shift.
- Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
- Stocked designated items on shelves, in correct locations in accordance to tooling log.
- Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
- Safely and securely loaded items to prevent damage during transport.
- Rotated tooling in accordance to our schedule.
- Moved cardboard, plastic ties, and other debris from unboxing to trash.
- Interacted with guests in friendly and knowledgeable way.
- Reviewed order slips, picked products and staged merchandize to be shipped.
- Volunteered to assist with projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels.
- Kept warehouse areas free of debris and safe for employees with proper storage and maintenance of machinery, tools and supplies.
- Used appropriately sized boxes to pack products with care, minimizing shifting and damage during transport.
- Transported merchandise pallets to move in warehouse.
- Stocked warehouse efficiently by comparing item numbers with storage locations.
- Reviewed printed tickets or digital orders to get item numbers and merchandise locations.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment at times there was no leadership available.
- Promoted warehouse safety by reporting or resolving safety hazards and observing OSHA guidelines.
- Recorded daily activities for inventory control.
- Managed timely and effective replacement of damaged or missing products.
- Created and enforced detailed organization processes to increase quality and service standards.
- Marked stock with identification tags and labels to outline information such as storage locations.
- Calculated correct order totals, fixed discrepancies, assisted in quality control, and maintained detailed records for inventory management.
- Pre-assembled containers to be easily selected by packing associates.
- Planned and scheduled projects and directly performed installations when my journeymen couldn't' be there.