Dakota Hoffard
Marion,IL
Summary
Dynamic team member with extensive experience in production environments, proficient in machinery operation, quality control, and workflow optimization. Strong collaborator dedicated to driving results and enhancing team performance. Recognized for reliability, adaptability, and exceptional communication skills, consistently contributing to a positive and productive workplace. Committed to maintaining high standards of excellence while fostering a culture of teamwork and efficiency.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Team Member
Aisin Electronics Illinois LLC
02.2025 - Current
- Operated production machinery to ensure efficient workflow and product quality.
- Assisted in training new team members on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Monitored production output, identifying areas for improvement and implementing solutions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize production schedules and minimize downtime.
- Maintained clean and organized workstations, adhering to safety and cleanliness standards.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment, ensuring operational readiness at all times.
- Cross-trained in multiple positions to offer skilled assistance with different parts of production line.
- Met or exceeded daily production goals through diligent work ethic and effective teamwork strategies.
- Worked closely with supervisors to address concerns regarding product quality or machine performance issues, proactively seeking solutions.
- Promoted a positive workplace culture by fostering open communication, collaboration, and mutual respect among team members.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning attendance punctuality contributing positively toward overall team productivity.
- Ensured product quality by conducting thorough inspections at various stages of the production process.
- Minimized production errors through strict attention to detail and quality control measures.
- Implemented 5S methodology to maintain an organized workspace that facilitated efficient task completion.
- Assisted with quality assurance by conducting inspections, assigning grades to finished products and removing inferior grade items for recycling or disposal.
- Performed root cause analysis on defects, implementing corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Identified and removed foreign matter from raw materials as part of strong quality control processes.
Medical Records File Clerk
VA Medical Center
01.2021 - 02.2025
- Organized and maintained medical records to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Trained new staff on record-keeping procedures and database management.
- Monitored file integrity and security, safeguarding sensitive patient information.
- Uploaded physician progress notes, history, and physicals into electronic medical records.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication, teamwork, and professional conduct within the Medical Records Department.
- Supported clinical staff by promptly providing accurate patient information upon request.
- Scanned medical records in digital format for easy retrieval and accessibility.
Food Service Worker
VA Hospital - Marion, IL
09.2017 - 01.2021
- Maintain high standards of customer service during high volume, fast-paced operations.
- Communicated clearly and positively with coworkers and management.
- Assisted management with inventory control and stocking orders.
- Followed procedures for safe food preparations, assembly, and presentation.
- Handled currency and credit card transactions quickly and accurately.
- Mastered point-of-service (POS) computer system for order taking.
- Trained new employees with food preparations and presentations.
- Prepared delicious food items using proficient skills using fryers and grills.
- Applied various cooking techniques to prepare fast food items promptly.
- Chosen to close the store and on occasion open.
- Accountable for over $1000 in the register daily.
- Managing team members when the supervisor is away.
- Counting money at the end of the day and counting deposit to be taken to the bank.
- Prepared simply-to-go items when needed.
- Clean and organize the workplace.
- Conducts daily temperature readings
- Sanitation Logs, temperature logs, waste logs, ordering, and receiving.
- Printing register reports/counting down drawers.
- Assisted in organizing and setting up sales in the retail store.
- Technical work concerned with ordering and receiving inventory
- Interfaces with personal computer applications
- Provides excellent guest service by promoting a positive image with an emphasis on guest satisfaction
- Responds to guest needs in a positive and efficient manner
- Veteran’s Canteen Service
- 40+ hours weekly
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of food service areas and equipment.
CNA clinical
Parkway Manor Nursing Home
07.2018 - 08.2018
- Measured vitals such as blood pressure and pulse and ensured appropriate recording of the measurements.
- Effectively and promptly answered residents calls or requests for assistance.
- Accurately charted residents’ activities and food and drink intake.
- Operated Hoyer lift and sit to stands safely and responsibly.
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living including toileting, bathing, dressing, and changing dirty linens.
- Assisted those with limited mobility by transporting them to any area in the facility.
- Served, collected food trays, cups, and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Promptly reported any sign or symptoms of concern to the appropriate party.
- Maintains proper equipment cleanliness and serviceability.
- Created and maintained a safe environment in the resident's room including making beds and organizing.
- Ability to communicate, consult, and interact with other members of the healthcare team, external relations, customer service, and patient education.
- Ability to provide and receive guidance and technical direction.
- Ability to plan, organize, set priorities, work as a team member, and effectively complete assignments.
- Ability to read, interpret, and apply complex written instructions.
- Knowledge of general clinical policies and procedures in a healthcare environment.
- 16 hours weekly
LPN Clinical
Heartland Regional Medical Center
09.2017 - 11.2017
- Performed basic CNA tasks listed above.
- Checking patients’ blood sugar
- Recording and taking vital signs intake/output
- Accurately charting patient records
- Trained in the use of sterile technique, ostomy care, catheter insertion/removal, and care along with i.v removal and care
- Trained in wound care including cleaning and bandaging.
- 16 hours weekly
Sandwich Artist/Cashier
Subway
01.2016 - 08.2017
- Proficient in using POS system for orders.
- Handled currency and credit card transactions quickly and accurately.
- Trained new employees on policies, procedures, and standards of operation.
- Helped manage inventory on a daily basis.
- Maintained sanitation and overall upkeep of the dining facility.
- Monitored compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Investigated and resolved customer concerns in a professional manner.
- Rotated stock using the first-in-first-out method
- Prepared food in proper proportions based on business.
- Stocking and rotating supplies in an efficient and timely manner.
- Making a multitude of different sandwiches quickly in a fast-paced environment.
- Assumed additional duties in the absence of supervisor
- Taking call-in orders over the phone.
- Counting
- Down the register and accountable for getting the deposit ready to be taken to the bank.
- Completed drop offs and pick ups of money from the bank when needed.
- Chosen among other team members to close done the store and get it ready for the next day.
- 40 hours weekly
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant -
John A Logan College
Carterville, IL07.2018
General studies - undefined
John A Logan College
Carterville, IL05.2018
Skills
- Manages stock inventory for service
- Inventory management support
- Supply distribution
- Unpacking inventory and properly stores them with established guidelines
- Adherence to safety protocols
- Efficient multitasking
- Quality control
- Assembly line experience
- Machine operation proficiency
- Deadline-driven approach
- Machine setups
- Product inspection
Certification
- CPR/BLS
- July 2018 to July 2020
- Ecard 185505904532
Timeline
Production Team Member
Aisin Electronics Illinois LLC
02.2025 - Current
Medical Records File Clerk
VA Medical Center
01.2021 - 02.2025
CNA clinical
Parkway Manor Nursing Home
07.2018 - 08.2018
Food Service Worker
VA Hospital - Marion, IL
09.2017 - 01.2021
LPN Clinical
Heartland Regional Medical Center
09.2017 - 11.2017
Sandwich Artist/Cashier
Subway
01.2016 - 08.2017
General studies - undefined
John A Logan College
Certified Nursing Assistant -
John A Logan College