Kayla LaPoint
New Milford,CT
Summary
Production Worker adept at handling tasks efficiently. Knowledgeable about equipment operation, materials handling, and documentation. Eager to contribute to operations at companies of any scale.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Operator
Kimberly-Clark
New Milford, CT
02.2019 - 11.2024
- Collaborated with engineering teams to develop improved processes for better efficiency and accuracy in production runs.
- Kept work area clean and organized according to established guidelines.
- Followed daily preventive maintenance schedule for cleaning and lubricating machinery.
- Followed detailed instructions provided by engineers regarding setup and operation of machinery.
- Monitored and observed production line to watch for pile-ups and jams.
- Inspected finished products for defects or deviations from specifications before packaging them for shipment.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Troubleshot problems related to machinery operations and took corrective action when necessary.
- Adjusted machine settings as needed to maintain product quality standards.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Identified and reported any machine malfunctions or irregularities to supervisors.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed at all times during operation of machinery.
- Conducted visual inspections of components prior to loading onto machinery.
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Kids Castle Child Care
Brookfield, Connecticut
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Kept class space organized, clean and learning-focused for optimal student development.
- Kept classrooms clean, tidy and well stocked with supplies while ensuring they met health standards.
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure that all safety protocols were followed at all times.
- Provided first aid and medication as needed, adhering to health and safety protocols.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Developed positive relationships with families by communicating regularly about their child's progress.
- Read books aloud to encourage language development while helping students understand story structure.
- Managed inventory of supplies, requesting restocks as necessary to maintain resources.
- Monitored children in classroom spaces, common areas and on playground to maintain optimal safety.
- Supervised indoor and outdoor playtime including setting up equipment and organizing games or crafts.
- Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
- Read stories and led educational games to stimulate interest in learning.
- Monitored children during nap time, ensuring a quiet and restful environment.
- Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children.
- Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
- Assisted children with hygiene tasks, including handwashing and bathroom breaks.
- Maintained clean and organized classroom and play areas to ensure a healthy environment.
- Related well to parents and kept each informed about new daycare activities or behavioral concerns.
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
Cashier/health and Beauty Care
Stop and Shop Supermarket
New Milford
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Processed credit card, cash, and check payments, ensuring all transactions were accurate.
- Kept check-out areas clean, organized and well-stocked to maintain attractive store.
- Maintained clean and orderly checkout areas by sanitizing register belts, emptying trash cans and organizing candy racks.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
- Greeted customers promptly and responded to questions.
- Verified customer age requirement for alcohol or tobacco purchases.
- Directed trash removal and sanitation procedures to keep aisles and register area organized.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
- Welcomed customers, offering assistance to help find store items.
- Verified that customers were of legal age to purchase alcohol or tobacco products.
- Processed customer payments quickly and returned exact change and receipts.
- Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
- Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
- Answered customers' questions and provided information on store procedures or policies.
- Maintained work area and kept cash drawer organized.
- Checked personal identifications during alcohol and tobacco sales.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Scanned items and checked pricing on cash register for accuracy.
- Answered customer questions and provided store information.
- Performed other duties as assigned by management.
- Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
Education
High School Diploma -
New Milford High School
New Milford06-2016
Skills
- Accurate cash handling
- Personal protective equipment
- Safety awareness
- Childcare assistance
Timeline
Manufacturing Operator
Kimberly-Clark
02.2019 - 11.2024
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Kids Castle Child Care
01.2018 - 01.2019
Cashier/health and Beauty Care
Stop and Shop Supermarket
01.2017 - 01.2018
High School Diploma -
New Milford High School