- Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
- Dancing
- Crafting and DIY Projects
- Backpacking and Hiking
- Animal Care
- Reading
- Mindfulness Practices
Jessica Jenkins
Nazareth,PA
Summary
Compassionate and empathetic candidate looking for a career change into a more purposeful and emotionally rewarding job. Even though my experience is working in fast paced production warehouses, I believe I can utilize my attention to detail, working with team members, and quality control skills in a care giving facility. My future goals are to continue to grow and learn new skills to enhance my life and to contribute with patient care. I'm hoping with this opportunity, I'll be able to further a better future while also enjoying a fulfilling job.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Packaging Operator
Freshpet
09.2023 - Current
- Communicated effectively with team members and supervisors to address any concerns or issues that arose during daily operations.
- Labeled, recorded, and inspected packaging to prepare for shipment or storage.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines, maintaining high-quality standards in all aspects of work performed.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to strict safety protocols during packaging operations.
- Streamlined documentation processes for increased accuracy in record-keeping and data tracking related to packaged goods.
- Adhered to food safety regulations when handling perishable items, preventing contamination risks during the packaging process.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in the face of changing production demands, seamlessly transitioning between tasks as needed to support overall efficiency.
- Conducted regular quality checks to ensure compliance with industry standards and company guidelines for packaged products.
- Observed machine operations to verify quality and conformity of packaged products, stepping in to resolve issues promptly and avoid costly production errors.
- Organized items on racks, shelves and bins to maintain established order.
- Learned and followed warehouse safety protocols to prevent injuries and accidents.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Machine Operator
Boston Beer Company
08.2018 - 09.2023
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
- Reduced downtime by conducting regular equipment inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
- Adhered to strict quality control measures, guaranteeing consistent product output that met or exceeded customer expectations.
- Ensured accurate documentation of production data for analysis and continuous improvement efforts.
- Enhanced operational efficiency, organizing workstations for maximum productivity.
- Ensured high-quality output, rigorously inspecting products to meet quality standards.
- Achieved significant reduction in setup times by developing quicker changeover procedures.
- Contributed to product innovation by suggesting improvements to machine settings for new materials.
- Operated and controlled many Liquid Filler machines, HMI computers, and Packaging equipment.
Case Specialist
Lightning Source/Ingram
02.2010 - 08.2018
- Operated with machines that made hard covers for books and produced good quality work
- Consistently met deadlines for completing bookbinding projects, resulting in increased client satisfaction rates.
- Maintained high-quality standards with thorough inspection of finished products.
- Provided support during busy periods, ensuring timely delivery of bound books to clients.
- Developed an organized system for keeping track of project progress, enabling better coordination among team members.
- Recorded relevant job data in daily production logs and required forms, produced activity reports and discussed production with supervisors to identify areas in need of improvement.
- Checked final products for quality and durability, ensuring high-quality and long-lasting work.
- Able to troubleshoot and fix certain issues with machines or otherwise contacted maintenance
- Helped the Lead of the Case Department organize book orders by the batch number, give coworkers the correct materials to get the orders done, and filled in for the Lead in their absence
- Packaged the correct books for the customers order and met certain deadlines for getting books out to other companies.
Education
Veterinary Assistant(Career Diploma)
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PANazareth Area High School
Nazareth, PA06-2010
Skills
- Product packaging
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Machine operation
- Labeling accuracy
- Product quality control
- Material replenishment
- Assembly line experience
- Multitasking Abilities
- Industrial equipment operation
- Safety and compliance
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
Interests
Timeline
Packaging Operator
Freshpet
09.2023 - Current
Machine Operator
Boston Beer Company
08.2018 - 09.2023
Case Specialist
Lightning Source/Ingram
02.2010 - 08.2018
Veterinary Assistant(Career Diploma)
Penn Foster Career School
Nazareth Area High School
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