Dazia Williams
Suffolk,VA
Summary
Experienced in the manufacturing industry, dedicated career to finding efficient and safe methods to accomplish any task. Passionate about problem-solving, expanded my skill set during the pandemic, acquiring expertise in welding (3 years experience) and a range of other qualifications. Excited about the opportunity to contribute to your team and eager to embark on a journey of growth together.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
PIT Trainer
Amazon
Suffolk, VA
05.2023 - Current
- Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
- Provided one-on-one mentoring to help individuals reach their full potential within the organization.
- Coached employees on best practices, providing constructive feedback to support their professional growth.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of training initiatives by tracking participant progress and gathering feedback for continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with subject matter experts to create accurate training content.
- Enhanced trainee engagement through interactive workshops and hands-on activities.
- Delivered dynamic presentations to facilitate learning and retention among diverse audiences.
- Streamlined processes for creating, updating, and distributing training materials, resulting in significant time savings for staff members involved in these tasks.
- Elevated participant engagement by developing interactive training modules.
- Implemented gamification techniques in training sessions, boosting learner engagement and participation.
- Analyzed training data to identify trends and areas for improvement, leading to more targeted training efforts.
Inventory Specialist / Supply Management
World Market
Windsor, VA
03.2022 - 02.2023
- Enhanced inventory accuracy by conducting regular cycle counts and reconciling discrepancies.
- Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
- Completed physical inventory counts each month.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of daily tasks, increasing overall productivity.
- Maintained a clean and well-organized work environment, promoting safety and efficiency among team members.
- Participated in annual physical inventories to verify accuracy of records and identify any discrepancies that needed correction.
- Prepared detailed reports on inventory levels and movement trends, providing valuable information for decision-making purposes.
- Optimized storage layouts by analyzing space usage patterns, leading to increased capacity without additional expense or construction requirements.
- Reduced stock shortages by closely monitoring inventory levels and promptly ordering necessary supplies.
- Assisted in implementing a new inventory management system, resulting in more accurate record-keeping and reduced errors.
- Streamlined warehouse organization for improved efficiency in locating items and fulfilling orders.
- Ensured compliance with regulations concerning hazardous materials storage, contributing to a safe working environment.
- Coordinated with suppliers to establish optimal delivery schedules, reducing instances of overstock or stockouts.
- Improved warehouse space utilization with strategic reorganization of stock areas.
- Conducted detailed inventory analysis reports for management review, informing strategic decision-making.
- Negotiated with suppliers for better pricing on bulk orders, achieving cost savings without compromising quality.
- Collaborated with sales team to align inventory levels with promotional activities, optimizing sales opportunities.
- Managed disposal of obsolete inventory in environmentally responsible manner, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Optimized order fulfillment process, reducing time from order placement to shipment.
Welder
Atlantic Constructors
Suffolk, VA
06.2020 - 02.2022
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
- Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
- Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
- Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Navy Exchange Distribution Center
Suffolk
05.2018 - 05.2020
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
- Worked with racking systems and loaded or unloaded pallets, pulling and placing pallets on or off of vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.
- Received products using frequency scanners, unloaded shipments from trucks and fulfilled and organized orders to streamline customer delivery processes.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by effectively stacking pallets using a forklift, maximizing storage capacity without sacrificing accessibility or safety.
- Ensured timely deliveries by efficiently loading and unloading trucks with the use of forklifts.
- Reduced product damage by performing routine forklift maintenance and safety checks.
- Contributed to the reduction of workplace accidents by adhering to strict safety protocols during all forklift operations.
- Participated in regular safety meetings, staying up-to-date on best practices in regards to safe and efficient operation of a warehouse forklift.
- Expedited shipment processes by accurately pulling orders from inventory shelves using a forklift following pick tickets specifications.
- Transported stowed product inventory to various locations throughout unit, labeling and replenishing inventory items, making boxes and loading and unloading trailers to keep stock in proper condition.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Fostered positive working relationships with colleagues and supervisors, promoting teamwork and collaboration within the warehouse environment while executing daily forklift tasks.
- Turned in paperwork outlining orders for inspection before loading, marking load tickets for out of stock items, withholding or completing orders as necessary and inspecting trucks before departure.
- Drove carts, dollies, hand trucks, mobile power-propelled trucks and other moving equipment to move large quantities of merchandise.
- Monitored area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic while operating various types of equipment.
- Assisted in inventory management through accurate record-keeping of forklift operations and stock movement.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using Skill and Technique.
Education
AWS - Welding
Paul D Camp
Suffolk, VA05.2020
HS Diploma - Diploma
Pasquotank County Highschool
Elizabeth City, NC06.2017
Skills
- WELDING
- New hire training
- Warehouse Operations
- Planning and coordination
- Public speaking
- Creative problem solving
- Train-the-trainer
- Group and individual instruction
- Manufacturing
- Quality assurance
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Work coordination
Certifications
Forklift Operator
Over 5 different Types of Equipment & Brands
Welding Certified
Timeline
PIT Trainer
Amazon
05.2023 - Current
Inventory Specialist / Supply Management
World Market
03.2022 - 02.2023
Welder
Atlantic Constructors
06.2020 - 02.2022
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Navy Exchange Distribution Center
05.2018 - 05.2020
AWS - Welding
Paul D Camp
HS Diploma - Diploma
Pasquotank County Highschool