Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Cheryl Carwise

Laurens,SC

Summary

Professional, experienced assembler prepared for this role. Known for precision in machine operation, assembly, and quality control. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Dependable and adaptable with expertise in troubleshooting, equipment maintenance, and safety protocols.

Skilled Production Worker offering 7 years of experience in warehouse and manufacturing environments. Focused on being productive and safety-minded at all times.

Motivated employee learns quickly in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Consistently adheres to safety standards. Maintains open availability and flexibility to work various shifts.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Machine Operator Assembler

Autokiniton
07.2024 - 09.2024
  • Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
  • Tended operating machinery to identify equipment malfunctions and locate sources of product defects.
  • Mentored new employees on proper machine operation procedures, boosting team performance and reducing errors.

Knit Grader

Miliken
12.2023 - 04.2024
  • Inspect and fix defects in fabric etc
  • Opened sealed containers and checked for spoilage due to improper handling and transportation.
  • Kept accurate records of completed work orders and documented any discrepancies or issues encountered during production runs.
  • Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot issues, resulting in minimized downtime during shifts.
  • Inspected products to meet specifications and determine needed machine adjustments.
  • Recorded production methods and speeds in daily logs and detailed reports outlining final products, crew activities and inventory transfers.
  • Coordinated with supervisors to address any concerns regarding machine performance or product quality in a timely manner.
  • Performed quality inspections on orders and final products to verify conformance with work orders and internal quality standards.
  • Set up and calibrated equipment for exact yarn and product needs to maintain efficient, accurate runs and high customer satisfaction.
  • Loaded knitters or creels with specific yarn based specifications laid out by production sheets and client orders.
  • Observed woven cloth to detect weaving defects.
  • Ensured timely fulfillment of customer orders by working closely with shipping and receiving departments to expedite the delivery process.
  • Reduced waste materials by properly handling yarns, threads, and fabrics during the knitting process.
  • Assisted in training new knit operators, providing guidance on best practices for efficient machine operation.
  • Adhered to strict deadlines while consistently producing high-quality knitted products for customer satisfaction.
  • Increased product quality through regular inspections and adjustments to the knit machinery.

Manager

KFC/Taco Bell
08.2021 - 11.2023
  • Leadership, hiring, training, inspection ,etc
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.

Inspector Packer

Sterilite
05.2020 - 07.2021
  • Inspect parts for quality and package for shipping production molder
  • Improved quality assurance procedures to minimize errors and increase effectiveness of inspections.
  • Identified repair and upgrade requirements needed to meet safety and quality standards.
  • Upheld codes and regulations governing materials, processes, and procedures.
  • Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials.
  • Trained other workers in inspection and testing procedures.
  • Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.
  • Checked color, shape, texture and grade of products and materials against established templates, charts, and samples.
  • Repaired faults, reassembled products, and completed additional tests.

Shift Lead

PL Development
09.2018 - 04.2020
  • Run line, train, troubleshoot, paperwork, package for ship
  • Collaborated with internal teams to streamline operations across materials handling, production, and shipping.
  • Monitored and verified quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.
  • Completed logs and reports to document detailed information on production, spoilage, and departmental maintenance needs.
  • Worked on complex problems requiring independent action and high degree of initiative to resolve issues.
  • Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents, ensuring a secure environment for all team members.
  • Established clear performance metrics that aligned with company objectives, enabling accurate evaluation of team success over time.
  • Assessed individual performance, providing constructive feedback and tailored training programs to boost productivity levels.

Cake Decorator

Muffin Mam
02.2017 - 08.2018
  • Decorate cakes to fill orders
  • Verified accuracy of orders while meeting strict deadlines on producing completed products.
  • Designed specialty cakes for weddings, birthdays, and graduations.
  • Used variety of baking and decorating tools such as mixers, carving tools, and confectionery products.
  • Kept work area safe and sanitized by washing utensils, tools, and countertops.
  • Maintained sanitary food prep station by following established safety procedures and sanitizing instructions.
  • Trained new employees on bakery methods and procedures.
  • Decorated cakes, cupcakes and other pastries according to customer requests.

Education

diploma - General Studies

Clinton High School
Clinton, SC
01.2006

Skills

  • Management
  • Customer Service
  • Machine operation
  • Measurement tools
  • Hand tools proficiency
  • Attention to detail
  • Strong work ethic
  • Workplace safety
  • Good communication
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Assembly and production
  • Computer skills
  • Manufacturing experience
  • Shipping and labeling
  • Quality control

Certification

Servsafe, 2022

Timeline

Machine Operator Assembler

Autokiniton
07.2024 - 09.2024

Knit Grader

Miliken
12.2023 - 04.2024

Manager

KFC/Taco Bell
08.2021 - 11.2023

Inspector Packer

Sterilite
05.2020 - 07.2021

Shift Lead

PL Development
09.2018 - 04.2020

Cake Decorator

Muffin Mam
02.2017 - 08.2018

diploma - General Studies

Clinton High School
Cheryl Carwise