Debbie Weems
Smithfield,NC
Summary
Versatile and achievement-oriented professional with experience at OPW Fueling Containment Systems and Food Lion. Excelled in fiberglass technology, enhancing production efficiency and product quality, while demonstrating exceptional leadership in grocery management. Skilled in mold preparation and team collaboration, consistently met production list.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Friendly Head Cashier dedicated to increasing team performance and improving customer satisfaction. Successful track record in challenging, dynamic environments. Gifted manager and leader with strong communication, interpersonal and planning abilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Fiberglass Technician
OPW Fueling Containment Systems
Smithfield, NC
11.2023 - Current
- Enhanced production efficiency by maintaining and repairing equipment used in the fiberglass manufacturing process.
- Ensured adherence to company standards through careful monitoring of workspaces and providing guidance to fellow technicians.
- Exceeded performance targets consistently through attention to detail, accuracy, speed, and teamwork while executing tasks related to fiberglass production.
- Utilized hand shears and trimming knives to trim excess materials from molds.
- Increased workplace safety with proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials, including resin and catalysts.
- Released air bubbles and smoothed seams using rollers.
- Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying defects in fiberglass parts.
- Demonstrated versatility across various applications such as molding, lamination, repair work, and structural reinforcement within the field of fiberglass technology.
- Pressed layers of saturated mat or cloth into place on molds, using brushes, or hands.
- Sprayed chopped fiberglass, resins and catalysts onto prepared molds or dies, using pneumatic spray guns with chopper attachments.
- Cured materials by setting materials at room temperature, placing under heat lamps and baking in ovens.
- Achieved timely project completion with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Consistently met client deadlines for custom projects through diligent time management and efficient work practices.
Warehouse Forklift Operator
OPW Fueling Containment Systems
Smithfield, NC
01.2020 - Current
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Reduced product damage by performing routine forklift maintenance and safety checks.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by effectively stacking pallets using a forklift, maximizing storage capacity without sacrificing accessibility or safety.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Participated in regular safety meetings, staying up-to-date on best practices in regards to safe and efficient operation of a warehouse forklift.
- Improved overall warehouse cleanliness, routinely clearing debris from aisles with the use of attachments on the forklift.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Collaborated with other warehouse team members, ensuring smooth workflow through effective communication during forklift operations.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Monitored area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic while operating various types of equipment.
- Kept up-to-date on company policies and procedures relating to forklift operations through continuous training sessions and self-directed learning.
- Operated or tended automatic stacking, loading and packaging machines.
Grocery Manager
Food Lion
Smithfield, NC
08.2016 - 11.2020
- Organized efficient merchandise replenishment strategies to keep shelves stocked and well-organized for customers.
- Delegated tasks and duties to grocery staff and clearly communicated timeframes for completion.
- Kept grocery team operations in strict compliance with workplace standards and food safety requirements to maintain optimal health protection.
- Enhanced store presentation through regular merchandising updates and innovative display techniques.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient inventory management and product rotation systems.
- Strengthened profits by reducing waste, controlling shrinkage, and increasing team efficiency with optimized workflows.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to maintain accurate stock levels and prevent loss.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring smooth workflow and customer satisfaction.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Ashworth College
Norcross, GA06-2006
High School Diploma -
William Penn High School
New Castle, DE06-2000
Skills
- Trimming techniques
- Mold preparation
- Pressure testing
- Tool maintenance
- Quality control inspection
- Defect identification
- Spray gun operation
- Fiberglass cutting
- Curing process
- Fiberglass repair
- Paint preparation
- Chopper gun operation
- Power tool operation
- Training and mentoring
- Waste reduction
- Measurement tools
- Employee training
- Ordering of products
- Inventory merchandising
- Store opening
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Hiring and onboarding
- Positive attitude
- Punctual and reliable
- Store opening and closing
- Cashier training
- Product restocking
- Opening and closing procedures
- Coaching and mentoring
- POS systems
- Adaptability and dependability
Timeline
Fiberglass Technician
OPW Fueling Containment Systems
11.2023 - Current
Warehouse Forklift Operator
OPW Fueling Containment Systems
01.2020 - Current
Grocery Manager
Food Lion
08.2016 - 11.2020
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Ashworth College
High School Diploma -
William Penn High School