CURTIS SMITH III
Lillington, NC 27546-5225
Summary
Military Veteran with 23 years of proven ability to meet organizational goals. Results-driven professional with experience at Goodyear Tire & Rubber, excelling in defect monitoring and quality assurance. Proven ability to enhance production efficiency through proactive problem-solving and effective training. Skilled in batch production and forklift operation, committed to maintaining safety standards while achieving organizational goals.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Worker
Goodyear Tire & Rubber
09.2018 - 05.2025
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
Food Service Manager
UNITED STATES ARMY
08.1994 - 07.2018
- Hiring, training, and supervising food service personnel, including culinary specialists, cooks, and other support staff.
- Ensuring that all food service operations comply with applicable Army regulations, standards, and policies, including those related to food safety, sanitation, and nutritional requirements.
- Developing and managing budgets for food and equipment purchases, as well as payroll and other financial aspects of the food service program.
- Controlled labor hours and inventory costs through hands-on management and proactive changes.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Evaluating food service operations to identify areas for improvement and develop strategies to enhance the overall quality and efficiency of the program.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Grantham University
2404 N University Ave, Little Rock, AR 7220710-2010
High School Diploma -
E.E Smith High School
Fayetteville, NC06-1994
Skills
- Defect monitoring
- Manufacturing support
- Packing and shipping
- Batch production
- Forklift certification
- Quality assurance
Timeline
Production Worker
Goodyear Tire & Rubber
09.2018 - 05.2025
Food Service Manager
UNITED STATES ARMY
08.1994 - 07.2018
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Grantham University
High School Diploma -
E.E Smith High School
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