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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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David Beard

Hickory,NC

Summary

Experienced Production Worker with 26+ years of expertise in warehouse and manufacturing settings. Has maintained high productivity levels and prioritized safety. Committed operator with a strong production background, focused on team safety and has met performance targets. Proficient in supply management and ensuring smooth production line flow. Willing to get out of comfort zone and applied for temporary position as Scrap Auditor for 6 months. Two years later surviving 2 cut backs, still making progress with added duties monitoring production inventories. Volunteering for Engagement Team to help fellow employees get involved in the productivity, growth and success for the company as a whole.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Scrap Auditor

CommScope
11.2022 - Current
  • Audit approximately 25 to 42 scrap sheets and approximately 1,700 financial transactions (Scrap/Confirmations) per shift.
  • Identified gaps in processes, procedures and systems through in-depth research and assessment and suggested methods for improvement.
  • Enhanced inventory accuracy by conducting thorough audits and identifying discrepancies in scrapped and confirmed materials.
  • Developed strong relationships with employees building trust and ensuring everyone of respectful and positive assistance with any and all corrections.

Jacket Operator

CommScope Inc Claremont
02.1997 - Current
  • Efficiently read and interpret drawings.
  • Set up machines to start production cycles and controlled machine settings.
  • Inspect machine parts.
  • Make sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
  • Maintain organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
  • Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
  • Inspect products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
  • Examine incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
  • Trained 4 Jacket Operators

Upholsterer

Lee Industries
11.1996 - 02.1997
  • Padded seats and arms with batting and cardboard.
  • Stretched and tacked fabric into place.
  • Measured, cut and sewed materials to fit specifications.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.

Webbing/Spring Up

Lee Industies
08.1995 - 10.1996

Assembled internal parts of upholstered furniture.

Line Cook

Moms BBQ And Seafood
10.1993 - 10.1996
  • Identified gaps in processes, procedures and systems through in-depth research and assessment and suggested methods for improvement.
  • Enhanced inventory accuracy by conducting thorough audits and identifying discrepancies in scrapped and confirmed materials.
  • Developed strong relationships with employees building trust and ensuring them I was there to help during the audit process

Education

High School Diploma -

Maiden High School
Maiden, NC

Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Defect Identification
  • Currently use Microsoft Excel
  • Frequently use IMPACT system
  • Familiar with Auto Twin/Jacket test programs for research
  • Currently work with Microsoft Excel
  • Work daily with SAP program

Accomplishments

As a member of Employee Engagement Team working with my peers we have been able to improve communication in many areas across the Claremont and Catawba facilities. During EET meetings as a team we assisted in availability and the approval of ear buds and also had influence on the idea and implementation of the food trucks. We are currently working with the safety department on a contest to help improve safety.


Major reduction in inventory shrink working on the temporary Scrap Auditor team.


Recently found $27,000 worth of color chips received under incorrect MID.


Trained four Jacket Operators.

Certification

Microsoft Excel Intermediate Class


Upholstery certificate from CVCC


Cutting and Sewing certificate from CVCC

Timeline

Scrap Auditor

CommScope
11.2022 - Current

Jacket Operator

CommScope Inc Claremont
02.1997 - Current

Upholsterer

Lee Industries
11.1996 - 02.1997

Webbing/Spring Up

Lee Industies
08.1995 - 10.1996

Line Cook

Moms BBQ And Seafood
10.1993 - 10.1996

High School Diploma -

Maiden High School
David Beard