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LATOYA YOUNG

Fort Wayne,IN

Summary

To attain a full time position in an environment that offers a greater challenge, increased benefits for my family and the opportunity to help the company advance efficiently and productively.

Manufacturing professional with extensive hands-on experience in machine operation, setup, and maintenance. Known for keen attention to detail and ability to adapt quickly to changing production needs. Highly collaborative and results-focused, consistently ensuring operational efficiency and quality.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

LEAD SERVER/Bartender

RMH Franchise
02.2023 - 04.2025
  • Managed high volume dining periods with effective time management and strong multitasking abilities.
  • Promoted a positive workplace culture through teamwork, open communication, and mutual support among coworkers.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Oversaw daily operations of service team, delegated tasks, and trained new st
  • Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues through diplomatic acknowledgment and commitment to service.
  • Kept updated knowledge of menu and promotions, recommending specific items according to preferences and food allergies.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
  • Maintained clean and organized dining area to create pleasant and welcoming atmosphere for customers.

MACHINE OPERATOR

KRAFT HEINZ COMPANY
05.2022 - 11.2022
  • Maintained a clean work area. Execution of many technical errors. Followed GMP's as well as universal precautions.
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
  • 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.

WAREHOUSE WORKER

INMAR
09.2019 - 05.2022
  • Operate RF Scanner daily. Sort through items and prepare them for wholesale.
  • Ensured accurate order fulfillment by diligently cross-checking pick lists against packed items for consistency.

LEAD FABRIC OPERATOR/ LEAD MACHINE OPERATOR

SUPERIOR ESSEX
09.2017 - 09.2019
  • Fabric Machine Operator, Load fabric materials and all needed materials to produce quality products.
  • Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination of tasks and efficient completion of projects.
  • Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues and performing timely repairs.
  • Handled adjustments or modifications to machines as needed based on product specifications or changes in operational parameters.
  • Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.

FINISHING OPERATOR

CPI CARD GROUP
02.2018 - 08.2018
  • Finished creation of credit cards. Operating stamp machine. Inspect cards for defects.
  • WEEKENDS

MACHINE OPERATOR

SUPERIOR ESSEX (STAFFMARK)
08.2017 - 09.2017
  • Rewind Machine operator, Load and unload machine with magnet wire. Inspect and prepare wire for shipping. Maintain a clean and secure work area.
  • Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.

WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE, MERCHANDISER

ADECCO STAFFING
02.2015 - 03.2017
  • Developed Production, load and unload for shipping, assembled products. Meet shift numerical requirements.

MACHINE OPERATOR

BROADRIDGE
07.2014 - 02.2015
  • Adjust machine feed and speed when machine malfunction occurred, Operate machine press with minimum to no supervision. Load and unload machine lifting up to 50 pounds.
  • WEEKEND SHIFT

POINT OF CONTACT, ACCOUNTS PAYABLE

QUALITY SAUSAGE COMPANY
10.2014 - 01.2015
  • Planned and executed weekly payments of company liabilities, answer and forwarding all incoming calls, overseen special and after hour shipping orders.

PRODUCTION SHIFT LEAD

PLASTIC OMNIUM
09.2012 - 09.2014
  • Selected products for specific routes per pick sheet. Performed at a rapid pace to meet shift deadlines, utilizing numerous hand tools.
  • Streamlined inventory management, ensuring timely delivery of materials.
  • Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, ensuring safety standards were met consistently.
  • Increased shift productivity by setting clear expectations and providing consistent guidance on job responsibilities.
  • Prepared shift summary reports for supervisor and communicated regularly on goals and progress.
  • Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

GREATER NEW MORNING STAR BAPTIST CHURCH
09.2012 - 05.2013
  • Served as the central point of contact for all outside vendors needing to gain access to the facility.
  • Maintained recordings of all meetings, wrote reports and created documents using Microsoft software.

PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE

HEMLOCK SEMICONDUCTOR
05.2010 - 07.2011
  • Working in an assembly line breaking down chunks of poly with a special tool to ensure the safety of the poly.

PRESS MACHINE OPERATOR

THERMA TRU DOORS
01.2003 - 04.2006
  • Load and unload 600 degree press with fiberglass clay.
  • Changed product to new product and changed molds.
  • Input operation instruction to machine per job request.

Education

High School Diploma -

Buena Vista High School
Saginaw, MI

Skills

  • Excellent ability to focus on working efficiently across a multitude of tasks
  • In depth knowledge of inspecting products in order to maintain quality and productivity standards
  • Functional know-how of operating manual material and handling equipment
  • Solid knowledge of completing paperwork and maintaining a neat clean work environment
  • Avid understanding of production procedures
  • Strong work focus
  • Ability to multitask
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Demonstrated the ability to work in a team-fostered environment
  • Strong work ethic
  • Good communication
  • Workplace safety
  • Machinery operation
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Assembly and production
  • Safety compliance
  • Quality control
  • Manufacturing experience
  • Shipping and labeling
  • Quality assurance
  • Production monitoring
  • Start up procedures
  • OSHA

Timeline

LEAD SERVER/Bartender

RMH Franchise
02.2023 - 04.2025

MACHINE OPERATOR

KRAFT HEINZ COMPANY
05.2022 - 11.2022

WAREHOUSE WORKER

INMAR
09.2019 - 05.2022

FINISHING OPERATOR

CPI CARD GROUP
02.2018 - 08.2018

LEAD FABRIC OPERATOR/ LEAD MACHINE OPERATOR

SUPERIOR ESSEX
09.2017 - 09.2019

MACHINE OPERATOR

SUPERIOR ESSEX (STAFFMARK)
08.2017 - 09.2017

WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE, MERCHANDISER

ADECCO STAFFING
02.2015 - 03.2017

POINT OF CONTACT, ACCOUNTS PAYABLE

QUALITY SAUSAGE COMPANY
10.2014 - 01.2015

MACHINE OPERATOR

BROADRIDGE
07.2014 - 02.2015

PRODUCTION SHIFT LEAD

PLASTIC OMNIUM
09.2012 - 09.2014

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

GREATER NEW MORNING STAR BAPTIST CHURCH
09.2012 - 05.2013

PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE

HEMLOCK SEMICONDUCTOR
05.2010 - 07.2011

PRESS MACHINE OPERATOR

THERMA TRU DOORS
01.2003 - 04.2006

High School Diploma -

Buena Vista High School

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