JESSICA MEYER
Cottonwood Falls
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Proven track record of driving efficiency and delivering results through effective team collaboration and adaptability to changing business needs. Reliable team player with strategic mindset and ability to thrive in fast-paced environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Agent
Sonaca North America
Saint Charles, MO
07.2024 - Current
- Coordinated the purchase of subcontract aircraft components, outside processes and other items identified by management by preparing purchase orders.
- Issued Requests for Quotation (RFQs) to obtain competitive bids.
- Assessed product quality, supplier qualifications, manufacturing capability, lead time, and cost.
- Provided cost and lead time data to internal stakeholders.
- Developed strategic supplier relationships and served as the primary liaison.
- Ensured suppliers received necessary information such as engineering packages.
- Maintained purchasing records (items, costs, delivery, quality, inventories)
- Monitored supplier delivery performance and inventory levels.
- Addressed supplier disputes and performance issues.
Quality Inspector
Sonaca Noth America
Cottonwood Falls, KS
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Conducted detailed inspections of aircraft components to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Utilized precision measurement tools to identify defects and inconsistencies in manufactured parts.
- Updated and maintained procedures and work instructions to ensure compliance with customer compliance.
- Created inspection plans including First Article Inspection plans.
- Participated in team-based corrective action and continuous improvement efforts related to continuous quality improvement.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to address quality issues and facilitate corrective actions.
- Trained new team members on quality control procedures and best practices in inspection techniques.
Property Maintenance Inspector/Public Officer
City of Emporia
Emporia, KS
01.2021 - 12.2023
- Conducted on-site inspections of residential properties to verify compliance with International Property Maintenance Codes and City of Emporia codes regarding deteriorated and unsanitary housing, litter, junk, trash, stagnant water, and abandoned vehicles, addressing hazards to public health and safety.
- Captured photographic evidence and documented actions taken to support code enforcement.
- Generated legal documents, testified in hearings, and coordinated abatements with private contractors to ensure timely resolution of property maintenance issues.
Environmental Health Specialist
Flint Hills Community Health Center
Emporia, KS
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Enforced Lyon County Sanitation Code by inspecting private on-site wastewater and drinking water systems, conducting animal bite investigations, and performing real-estate transfer inspections to ensure public health standards. Investigated environmental health concerns including landlord/tenet issues, solid waste complaints, and healthy home visits. Performed environmental evaluations of Lyon County schools. Maintained various records and case files and prepared and distributed correspondence.
- Managed Covid-19 response data, supporting effective tracking and reporting of case statistics. Conducted Covid-19 testing to support public health efforts.
- Conducted environmental assessments to identify potential health risks in community settings.
- Developed and implemented education programs on sanitation and safety practices for diverse populations.
- Collaborated with public health officials to monitor compliance with environmental regulations and standards.
Education
B.S. - Biological Science
Emporia State University
Emporia12-2015
Technical Diploma - Hospitality/Culinary Arts
Flint Hills Technical College
Emporia05-2006
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Organized
- Reliability
- Resilient
- Motivated
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Effective communication
- Relationship building
Timeline
Purchasing Agent
Sonaca North America
07.2024 - Current
Quality Inspector
Sonaca Noth America
01.2024 - 07.2024
Property Maintenance Inspector/Public Officer
City of Emporia
01.2021 - 12.2023
Environmental Health Specialist
Flint Hills Community Health Center
01.2019 - 01.2021
Technical Diploma - Hospitality/Culinary Arts
Flint Hills Technical College
B.S. - Biological Science
Emporia State University