Dentriese Abner
Valley,Alabama
Summary
Adept in knotting and possessing excellent telephone etiquette, I significantly enhanced production efficiency and quality standards at Interface Flooring. Leveraging skills in chemical analysis and data entry, I streamlined operations and exceeded production quotas, demonstrating adaptability and a commitment to excellence.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Tufter Tech
Interface Flooring
West-Point Ga
- Demonstrated versatility by operating various types of tufting machines based on changing project requirements and production demands.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline processes, ensuring smooth operations on the production floor.
- Loaded knitters or creels with specific yarn based specifications laid out by production sheets and client orders.
Tufter Operator / Quality Control
Milliken & Co
Lagrange Ga
09.2012 - 06.2024
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Worked outside in all weather conditions.
- Upheld quality standards through regular inspections of completed products, addressing any inconsistencies immediately.
- Handled adjustments or modifications to machines as needed based on product specifications or changes in operational parameters.
- Conducted preventative maintenance on equipment to reduce repair costs.
- Fed raw materials into machines.
- Supported management in achieving strategic objectives related to productivity, cost control, quality assurance, compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing optimized machine settings and routine maintenance procedures.
- Actively participated in cross-functional teams, contributing valuable input on process improvements and best practices for overall operational success.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction with consistent delivery of products on schedule and within specifications.
- Efficiently read and interpreted blueprints.
- Contributed to cost reduction efforts by monitoring resource usage and minimizing waste during operations.
- Streamlined workflow by identifying bottlenecks in the production line and suggesting improvements.
- Drafted reports detailing machine production outputs and material quantities.
- Utilized blueprints and schematics to position machinery and meet product specifications.
- Monitored and tracked warehouse inventory and ordered new materials to prevent shortages.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
- Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
- Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
- Investigated processing errors and malfunctions, resolving issues with minor machine repairs.
- Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
- Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
- Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
- Reviewed production schedules and streamlined processes.
- Tested products or subassemblies for functionality or quality and troubleshot problems with equipment, devices, or products.
- Oversaw logistics and inventory management for storeroom.
- Drilled floors, hung plywood, and applied Product to achieve production requirements.
Tufter Operator
Interface Flooring
West Point Ga
06.1999 - 07.2012
- Maintained high-quality output by performing routine inspections and correcting any defects.
- Stayed up-to-date on advancements in industry technology, applying relevant knowledge to improve overall efficiency in the workplace.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations regarding environmental impact through proper waste disposal practices and vigilant adherence to safety protocols.
- Participated in regular performance reviews and professional development opportunities, constantly striving for improvement and growth within the role.
- Upheld strict quality control standards while maintaining high levels of productivity during peak periods of demand.
- Demonstrated versatility by operating various types of tufting machines based on changing project requirements and production demands.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline processes, ensuring smooth operations on the production floor.
- Managed inventory control, ordering supplies as necessary to prevent delays in production schedules.
- Acted as a resource for colleagues seeking assistance with complex issues related to tufting machines or specific projects.
- Maximized machinery longevity with preventative maintenance measures, reducing instances of unscheduled downtime.
- Recognized for consistently meeting or exceeding daily production quotas while maintaining exceptional workmanship standards.
- Kept detailed records of production data for reporting purposes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of information provided to management.
- Reduced downtime by troubleshooting and repairing mechanical issues in a timely manner.
- Monitored equipment during use to promote successful operations by completing real-time adjustments and enhancements.
- Recorded production methods and speeds in daily logs and detailed reports outlining final products, crew activities and inventory transfers.
- Repaired knitting machines and yarn loads to minimize losses.
- Inspected equipment, completed routine maintenance and escalated larger repairs to maintenance teams to maintain optimal production levels.
- Performed quality inspections on orders and final products to verify conformance with work orders and internal quality standards.
- Loaded knitters or creels with specific yarn based specifications laid out by production sheets and client orders.
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Observed woven cloth to detect weaving defects.
- Upheld quality standards through regular inspections of completed products, addressing any inconsistencies immediately.
- Fed raw materials into machines.
- Supported management in achieving strategic objectives related to productivity, cost control, quality assurance, compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
- Reviewed production schedules and streamlined processes.
- Tested products or subassemblies for functionality or quality and troubleshot problems with equipment, devices, or products.
- Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
Education
Associate Of Business Administration - Business Administration
Auburn University-Montgomery
Montgomery, AL06.1999
Diploma -
Valley High
Valley, AL06.1993
Skills
Knotting skills
Cloth cutting
Chemical Analysis
Warp beam positioning
Hand weaving experience
Industrial sewing machines
Good Telephone Etiquette
Data Entry
Timeline
Tufter Operator / Quality Control
Milliken & Co
09.2012 - 06.2024
Tufter Operator
Interface Flooring
06.1999 - 07.2012
Tufter Tech
Interface Flooring
Associate Of Business Administration - Business Administration
Auburn University-Montgomery
Diploma -
Valley High