Carol Atkins
Red Boiling Springs,TN
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with a strong background in operational efficiency and team leadership at V&C Manufactory. Proven ability to enhance productivity through effective communication and problem-solving skills. Committed to workplace safety and quality assurance, consistently fostering a positive work environment while achieving business goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operator Trainee
WestRock Recycling
07.2023 - 07.2025
- Maintained accurate records of completed tasks, ensuring seamless handoff between shifts and proper documentation for future reference.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by promptly reporting any hazards or potential issues to supervisors.
- Provided assistance during emergency situations, following established protocols to minimize risk and ensure safety for all team members involved.
- Applied problem-solving skills to address unexpected challenges or obstacles encountered during daily operations effectively.
- Performed routine inspections on equipment, identifying areas needing repairs or adjustments before they became critical problems.
- Streamlined workflow with effective communication between team members, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new processes and systems as needed for various projects or assignments.
- Reduced downtime by conducting regular preventative maintenance on machinery and tools.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
Team Lead
V&C Manufactory
09.2019 - 07.2022
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.
- Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
- Enhanced overall team performance by providing regular coaching, feedback, and skill development opportunities.
- Collaborated with other department leads to streamline workflows, improve interdepartmental coordination, and achieve business goals collectively.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
- Conducted regular progress reviews with individual team members to identify areas for improvement and provide guidance on career development opportunities.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
- Observed packing operations to verify conformance to specifications.
Nursing Assistant
The Palace Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
08.2002 - 07.2017
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
- Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
Education
High School Diploma -
Red Boiling Springs High
Red Boiling Springs, TN05-1999
Skills
- Workplace safety
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Safety procedures
- Operational efficiency
- Machine setup
- Standard operating procedures
- Visual inspection
- Waste reduction
- Work order processing
- Problem-solving
- Hand and power tools
- Inspections and reviews
- Machine operation
- Effective communication
- Heavy lifting
- Warehouse operations
- Materials handling
- Tool operation
- Production work
- Plant safety
- Manufacturing procedures
- Staff management
- Issue resolution
- Quality assurance
- Hand and foot coordination
- Equipment maintenance
- Maintenance and repair
- Teamwork and communication
- Strong work ethic
- Good communication
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Following instructions
- Multitasking
- Worksite safety
- Punctual and reliable
- Picking and packing
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Computer skills
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Material handling
- Punctual and dependable
- Decision-making
- Machinery operation
- Material loading and unloading
Accomplishments
- Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
- Achieved [Result] by introducing [Software] for [Type] tasks.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].
- Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
Certification
- [Area of certification], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
Certification Nursing Assistant The Palace Care and Rehab every 2 years
- [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe] Operator at Westrock Every 4 mos
- [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe] Team Lead at V&C manufactory 2 weeks training
Timeline
Operator Trainee
WestRock Recycling
07.2023 - 07.2025
Team Lead
V&C Manufactory
09.2019 - 07.2022
Nursing Assistant
The Palace Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
08.2002 - 07.2017
High School Diploma -
Red Boiling Springs High
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