Kala I Savage
Antioch,Tn
Summary
Dependable Assembly Line Worker offering 1-year background in manufacturing production and forklift machine operations. Hardworking and efficient team player dedicated to producing quality work on tight deadlines. Expertise in checking incoming and outgoing products to verify quality and observing equipment to detect malfunctions. Comfortable working in fast-paced environments with little to no supervision. Work well in fast-paced environments to put together high-quality food and service products. Trained in different positions and able to smoothly step into any role to maintain the production schedule. Skilled at keeping areas clean, neat and efficient. Hardworking employee focused on completing work quickly to consistently exceed targets. Reliable team member accustomed to taking on challenging tasks. Dedicated to business success.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Crew Member Cook
Wendys
Cleveland, Oh
06.2007
- Prepared ingredients such as fruits, vegetables, and deli-meats to reduce prep time during shifts
- Sanitized cutting boards, organized station shelves, and distributed kitchen supplies to promote efficiency and order
- Cooked and plated menu items and notified servers of completed orders
- Trained new line cooks by mentoring on menus, portion control, and safety requirements
- Kept the kitchen clean and neat to minimize the risk of cross-contamination for food-borne illnesses
Picker Packer
Chewy Fulfillment Center
Mount Juliet, TN
05.2024 - Current
- Enhanced order accuracy by carefully picking and packing items per customer specifications.
- Printed labels, packaged boxes, and loaded into outbound containers.
- Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
- Took on extra hours and shifts during busy periods to meet tight shipping deadlines.
Public Transportation Driver
City Of Murfreesboro
Murfreesboro, TN
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills, consistently meeting tight deadlines and maintaining punctuality for all scheduled routes.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding shipment statuses, delays, or any other pertinent information.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and professional transportation services.
Material Coordinator (Tow Motor Driver)
Electrolux
Springfield, tn
02.2020 - 01.2021
- Palletized cases and cartons and shrink-wrapped for shipment
- Inspected products at all stages to verify adherence to requirements
- Interfaced with manufacturing systems using computers or other electronic devices
- Checked the quality of completed products and component materials to comply with manufacturing specifications
- Trained new team members in the specific tasks of each position
- Rotated through different positions to keep the team working efficiently and meet all production targets
Production Manager
Taco Bell
Antioch, Tn
08.2013 - 12.2019
- Directed employees in compliance with federal safety and environmental regulations and operational standards
- Recommended and implemented measures to improve production methods and output
- Promoted culture of safety by educating workers on safety compliance requirements and by performing spot checks to maintain compliance
- Recruited, developed, and retained high-quality production team focused on consistent output and conformance with specifications
- Lead and monitored projects to improve inventory and cost control, product delivery timelines, and overall team productivity
- Communicated with and motivated employees to drive productivity
- Applied knowledge of business and management principles to strategically plan and allocate necessary resources to complete production
Production Manager
McDonalds
Painesville, Oh
08.2007 - 08.2013
- Conducted cost, material, and efficiency studies to assess production plant capability
- Implemented 5S initiatives to enhance department environment and efficiency
- Exceeded quality performance requirements by implementing total quality program
- Applied knowledge of business and management principles to strategically plan and allocate necessary resources to complete production
- Initiated plans to improve worker performance with motivational approaches and rewards-based systems
- Lead and monitored projects to improve inventory and cost control, product delivery timelines, and overall team productivity
Crew Member Cook
Burger King
Cleveland, Oh
07.2005 - 08.2007
- Prepared ingredients such as fruits, vegetables, and deli-meats to reduce prep time during shifts
- Cooked and plated menu items and notified servers of completed orders
- Followed established recipes and portion sizes to prepare menu items
- Trained new line cooks by mentoring on menus, portion control, and safety requirements
- Kept the kitchen clean and neat to minimize the risk of cross-contamination for food-borne illnesses
Education
High School Diploma - College Prep
Glenville High School
Skills
- Product inspection
- Supply management
- Product assembly
- Good manufacturing practices
- Safety protocols
- Assemble products
- Operate equipment
- Customer relations
Timeline
Picker Packer
Chewy Fulfillment Center
05.2024 - Current
Public Transportation Driver
City Of Murfreesboro
01.2022 - 05.2024
Material Coordinator (Tow Motor Driver)
Electrolux
02.2020 - 01.2021
Production Manager
Taco Bell
08.2013 - 12.2019
Production Manager
McDonalds
08.2007 - 08.2013
Crew Member Cook
Wendys
06.2007
Crew Member Cook
Burger King
07.2005 - 08.2007
High School Diploma - College Prep
Glenville High School