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Byron Thornton

Cuthbert,USA

Summary

Personable and motivated, equipped with foundational knowledge and technical skills in project management and data analysis. Possesses familiarity with industry-standard software and tools, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic coding languages. Aims to leverage these skills to contribute to team success and drive positive outcomes.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Internship – Product Quality Management

Lear Corporation
06.2025 - 07.2025
  • Worked on product quality management by tracking a Kaizen on Frame 9 and helping solve pick defects by identifying the source of the problem.
  • Participated in the dye house by tracking the dye house RPMs on the jets and checking the dials for correlation.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on project objectives and timelines.
  • Participated in brainstorming sessions, generating ideas to optimize production efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
  • Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.

Assistant Manager

Popeyes
02.2024 - 05.2025
  • Manage the night shift and lead employees to complete the restaurant's daily benchmarks.
  • Assisted in training and onboarding new team members to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Coordinated daily inventory management, reducing waste and optimizing stock levels.
  • Implemented customer service protocols to enhance guest satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Oversaw shift scheduling, balancing labor needs with business demands effectively.
  • Monitored food safety standards, ensuring compliance with health regulations consistently.
  • Led team meetings to communicate goals and address operational challenges promptly.

Internship

Lear Corporation
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Created a new system for the plant to track and monitor waste.
  • Digitalized the paperwork for the knitting and warping department.
  • On the autonomous robot requisition team.
  • Assisted in developing process documentation for production workflows.
  • Conducted quality inspections to ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Supported project managers in coordinating production schedules and resource allocation.
  • Analyzed production data to identify trends and recommend enhancements.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, AL
05.2026

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Conflict Resolution Skills
  • Effective Communication
  • Group Leadership
  • Team Leadership
  • Planning and Scheduling
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • PowerPoint
  • Creative Thinker
  • Critical Thinking
  • Roberts Rules of Order
  • Activity Planning
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Quick learner
  • Fast learner
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail

Certification

  • Life Insurance License (2024)
  • Commercial Real Estate, Cornell University (2023)

Community Service

  • Boyz II Gentlemen & George Washington Carver Elementary School, Volunteer, 2023, Present
  • Tuskegee University Ambassador's Annual Hunger Event, Volunteer, 2024, 2025

Organizations

Tuskegee University Ambassador Vice President of Membership (2025-2026), TUBE Conference Planning Committee Business Co-Chair (2024-2025), TUBE Conference (2024-2025), Mister Boyz II Gentleman (2023-2024), Tuskegee Ambassador Parliamentarian (2023-2024), GA Club Event Coordinator (2023-2024), Tuskegee University Ambassador, James Hall President (Bioethics Honors Dorm), (2022-23), Bioethics Honor Program, National Society of Black Accountants (NABA), Boyz II Gentleman, Member of Enriching Minds (2022-2023), National Honors Society, Tuskegee University Merit Scholar, Stephen Feinberg Scholarship Recipient (2022-2023)

Timeline

Internship – Product Quality Management

Lear Corporation
06.2025 - 07.2025

Internship

Lear Corporation
06.2024 - 08.2024

Assistant Manager

Popeyes
02.2024 - 05.2025

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Tuskegee University

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