Jakhari Brown
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in administrative and operational roles across diverse industries, including a notable tenure at Polycraft Products Inc. Excelled in streamlining processes, enhancing productivity by implementing robust administrative support and machine operation expertise. Demonstrated exceptional organization and vendor engagement skills, significantly reducing financial discrepancies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Support
Polycraft Products Inc.
Greendale, IN
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Provided administrative support to departmental staff.
- Composed and edited complex and sensitive correspondence, reports and documents.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for sensitive documents.
- Maintained accurate records of employee attendance, vacation requests, absences.
- Provided administrative support to various departments within the organization.
- Reduced financial discrepancies by accurately analyzing and managing customer orders and invoices.
- Assisted with payroll preparation and entered data into cumulative payroll document.
- Managed the office budget to handle operational inventory and vendor services.
- Reviewed contracts for accuracy prior to signing off on behalf of the company.
- Processed payroll accurately ensuring all employees were paid on time.
Production Operator
Deco Packaging
Wood Dale, IL
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Ensured that all products met established quality standards before packaging them for shipment.
- Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
- Troubleshot equipment problems to repair or report diagnostics.
- Operated heavy machinery such as forklifts, pallet jacks, cranes. to move materials around the facility safely.
- Set up and tended equipment with machine operators to complete runs.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper machine operation techniques and safety protocols.
- Organized incoming raw materials into designated areas ready for use in the production process.
- Monitored and observed production line to watch for pile-ups and jams.
- Inspected and repaired products to meet project expectations.
- Setup and adjusted machines for daily operations.
- Followed detailed instructions for operating complex manufacturing equipment in a safe manner.
- Recognized defective material and reported issues to management.
Executive Secretary Director
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents, maintaining front desk and reception area in neat and organized fashion.
- Reviewed incoming correspondence; distributed materials accordingly.
- Coordinated various office activities, such as ordering supplies and overseeing services for events.
- Facilitated communications by forwarding emails, transferring calls and filing documents.
- Provided assistance in resolving customer complaints or inquiries in a timely manner.
- Kept office equipment functional and supplies well-stocked to promote efficient operations.
- Oversaw staff correspondence, record tracking and data communications, resulting in improved automation of office operations.
Triage Consultant
Amazon
Joliet, IL
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
- Oversaw quality control to identify inconsistencies and malfunctions.
- Evaluated existing systems and processes against industry best practices to enhance efficiency.
- Prepared reports summarizing process performance, progress, and recommendations for optimization.
- Marked and labeled containers with accurate shipping information to prevent delays.
- Conducted inventory transactions using scanner gun.
- Read orders to obtain item numbers and located merchandise in bins or on shelves.
- Trained new employees regarding warehouse procedures and standards.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
- Limited damage to products and orders by using care when choosing items.
Education
B.S. - Engineering Technology
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL12.2023
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suites
- Auditing support
- Administrative support
- Vendor engagement
- Spreadsheet development
- Database entry
- Payroll and accounts payable and receivable
- Client relationship management
- Supply inventory
- Material quality control
- Shipping support
- Material quality inspection
- Machine operation expertise
- Logistics
- Schedule management
- Exceptional organization
- Event coordination
- MiG welding
- Python
Affiliations
- Preeminent Gentlemen's Society (PGS) Organizational Affiliation
Timeline
Administrative Support
Polycraft Products Inc.
01.2024 - 12.2024
Production Operator
Deco Packaging
01.2023 - 12.2024
Executive Secretary Director
Western Illinois University
01.2018 - 12.2020
Triage Consultant
Amazon
01.2016 - 12.2016
B.S. - Engineering Technology
Western Illinois University
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