Dedicated and detail-oriented fashion design and manufacturing professional with a strong understanding of current fashion trends, alterations, garment and medical equipment construction, and fast-paced sewing techniques. Committed to delivering high-quality products, exceptional customer service, and positive experiences. Flexible and self-motivated team player passionate about continuous learning and personal growth.
Hi, I’m
Christian Dovel
Seamster / Designer
Poughkeepsie,NY
Summary
Overview
7
years of professional experience
1
Technical Endorsement
1
CPR Certification
Work History
Community Manufacturing Solutions
Sewing Machine Operator
05.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Constructing product orders accurately and within specified timelines
- Skilled in using a variety of sewing machines, binding, bar-tacking, grommeting, fabric preparation, and fixing defective products
- Entering data for quality control, production department, and management
- Occasionally training other seamsters on more difficult/skill intensive projects
- Learning to fix minor mechanical errors
Ulster Video & Gifts
Closer and Associate
05.2019 - 05.2021
Job overview
- Helped customers pick lingerie based on style and needs
- Resolved customer complaints and maintained a clean sales floor
- Organized and displayed merchandise to drive sales
- Kept track of transactions and intake of shipments
SUNY Ulster
Student Admissions Ambassador
01.2019 - 05.2020
Job overview
- Helped plan and organize campus promotion events
- Conducted college tours for prospective students
- Promoted UCCC as a low-cost college alternative prior to moving to 4 year schools
Starbucks
Barista
10.2018 - 05.2019
Job overview
- Managed supplies and maintained cleanliness
- Provided personalized service and recommended products
- Prepared/served coffee and food items
Burlington
Sales Associate (Shoe Department)
02.2018 - 10.2018
Job overview
- Made suggestions to customers
- Unboxed and sorted shoes according to size and gender
- Assisted front end cashiers as needed
- Maintained a clean and orderly department section
Education
Ulster County Community CollegeStone Ridge, NY
Associate's Degree from Fashion Design
05.2020
University Overview
Ulster BOCESPort Ewen, NY
Certificate & Technical Endorsement from Fashion Design & Merchandising
06.2018
University Overview
Kingston High SchoolKingston, NY
Regents Diploma
06.2018
University Overview
Skills
- Workplace Safety
- Industrial Sewing
- Binding application
- Production speed
- Pattern reading
- Mentoring new operators
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Resolved issues regarding machine or fabric difficulties by training colleagues myself with my methods.
- Achieved efficiency by applying lean manufacturing techniques with accuracy and practicality.
- Collaborated with teams of 2-3 other colleagues in the completion of high volume projects.
Certification
- Driver's License, 05/16
- CPR Certification, 05/24
- Ulster BOCES Technical Endorsement, 05/18
Awards / Scholarships
Awards / Scholarships
- Dean's List, Fall 2018 - Spring 2020
- Ulster Community College Transfer Scholarship, Spring 2020
- Barbara Connelly Cohen Fashion Scholarship, Spring 2019
- Certificate of Excellence Trio Scholarship, Spring 2019
- Regents Diploma from KHS with Ulster BOCES Technical Endorsement 2018
- Ulster BOCES National Technical Honor Society, Spring 2017
Affiliations
Affiliations
- CMS Safety Committee
- CMS Lean Manufacturing Committee
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Availability
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkWork Location
RemoteHybridOn-SiteImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CulturePersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsPaid time offTeam Building / Company RetreatsPaid sick leave401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingQuote
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Sewing Machine Operator
Community Manufacturing Solutions
05.2021 - Current
Closer and Associate
Ulster Video & Gifts
05.2019 - 05.2021
Student Admissions Ambassador
SUNY Ulster
01.2019 - 05.2020
Barista
Starbucks
10.2018 - 05.2019
Sales Associate (Shoe Department)
Burlington
02.2018 - 10.2018
Ulster County Community College
Associate's Degree from Fashion Design
Ulster BOCES
Certificate & Technical Endorsement from Fashion Design & Merchandising
Kingston High School
Regents Diploma
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