Elijah Echols
Jackson,Tennessee
Summary
Dual major in Concrete Industry Management with concentrations in Production, Sales, and Service, and Concrete Contracting. Currently gaining knowledge in quality control processes, project management techniques, and concrete technology. Passionate about advancing project efficiency and innovation within the industry, and eager to apply and expand my skills through hands-on experience.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Concrete Quality Control Specialist (Intern)
Southern Concrete Products
Jackson , TN
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Created and maintained quality control documentation, such as break strength results and non-conformance reports
- Recommended improvements to systems and procedures for increased productivity
- Worked with outside organizations to complete timely tests
- Maintained a safe work environment by following all safety regulations and guidelines.
- Produced concrete test specimens on-site following ASTM 172 standards
- Operated the Command Alkon concrete batching system
- Operated a front-end loader to fill bins with limestone and sand when levels were low
- Slumped concrete mixers with a high level of precision
- Performed site management duties by staging and directing trucks
Team Lead
Five Guys
Jackson , TN
06.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided leadership and guidance to team members, ensuring that tasks were completed on time and to a high standard
- Trained new staff in relevant processes and procedures
- Resolved escalated customer complaints or queries promptly and efficiently
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures throughout the team
- Monitored team performance against targets, taking corrective action where necessary
- Motivated staff through positive reinforcement techniques
- Rotated through a series of different stations based on team needs.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and free of safety hazards to maximize efficiency
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance
- Mentored newly hired employees on machine operations and implemented training on safety procedures to prevent injuries
Cart Attendant
Sam's Club
Jackson, Tennessee
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Kept entrances clean of debris or clutter, cleaned up spills throughout store, stocked shelves and cleaned restrooms and other surfaces
- Monitored customer traffic patterns to ensure efficient flow of customers through checkout lines
- Checked carts for defects and wheels for malfunctions
- Engaged customers in friendly conversation, carefully handled bagged items, offered additional services and thanked customers for business
- Gathered and corralled shopping carts, ferried carts back to store and helped guests carry out and load larger items or large grocery orders
Education
Bachelor of Science - Concrete Industry Management
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN05-2028
Skills
- Technical knowledge
- Equipment Calibration
- Great judgment
- Methodical
- Quality assurance understanding
- Teamwork and Leadership
- Calm Under Pressure
- Active Listening
- Microsoft Office
- Critical Thinking
- Multitasking
- Problem-Solving
Affiliations
- Mobile detailing business
- Electronics repair business
- Landscaping Business
- 3D printing hobbyist
- Motorcycle Enthusiast
- Car Enthusiast
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
American Sign Language
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Concrete Quality Control Specialist (Intern)
Southern Concrete Products
05.2024 - 08.2024
Team Lead
Five Guys
06.2023 - 05.2024
Cart Attendant
Sam's Club
06.2023 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Concrete Industry Management
Middle Tennessee State University
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