Willie Parks
Gary,IN
Summary
Veteran Production Worker adept at handling tasks efficiently. Knowledgeable about equipment operation, materials handling and documentation. Eager to contribute to every operations at companies of any scale.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Leader
Tosca
Portage, IN
08.2017 - 04.2024
- Managed daily staff rotations and ensured workers were in their assigned positions.
- Monitored production lines to ensure accuracy of product quality, quantity, and timing.
- Provided guidance and instruction to employees on safety protocols and operating procedures.
- Ensured that all team members followed company policies and regulations regarding safety, work environment, attendance.
- Trained new hires on the use of machinery and standard operating procedures for the line.
- Resolved conflicts between coworkers in a professional manner while maintaining a safe working environment.
- Implemented changes as directed by management to improve overall productivity.
- Led and influenced team members through actions and expectations to meet improvement goals.
- Prepared line set-ups for following shifts for overall increased line efficiency.
Sales Associate
Linens 'n Things
Chicago, IL
02.2004 - 04.2008
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
- Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
- Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
- Organized stockroom shelves according to size, color or style.
- Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
- Suggested ideas for improving store operations and increasing profits.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Shore High School
Chicago, IL06-2008
Some College (No Degree) - Culinary Arts
Robert Morris University - Illinois
Chicago, ILSkills
- Computer proficiency
- People skills
- Collaboration talent
- Problem-solving abilities
- Line efficiency
- Safety
Timeline
Line Leader
Tosca
08.2017 - 04.2024
Sales Associate
Linens 'n Things
02.2004 - 04.2008
High School Diploma -
South Shore High School
Some College (No Degree) - Culinary Arts
Robert Morris University - Illinois