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Lorie Barley

Hurt,VA

Summary

Results-driven professional with expertise in machine operation and safety management. Proven ability to lead teams and enhance production efficiency in fast-paced environments.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager in Training

BGF Industries
Altavista, VA
01.2022 - Current

Manager in Training-Greige and Finish Inspection 2023-Present

Manager in Training-Twisting Department 2022-2023

  • Infor M3 (ERP System) - Work orders, inventory tracking, supplies
  • Ultipro attendance system 2019-2025. Changed to ADP attendance system in 2025
  • Employee supervision and coaching
  • Conduct monthly safety meetings and quarterly safety inspections in the department
  • Provide operator relief for breaks, maintaining continuous machine operation and production flow

Machine Operator- Twisting Department

BGF Industries
Altavista, VA
02.2006 - 01.2022
  • Operated twisting machines including Lex, ACBF, Hamel, and Eltex
  • Ran Quilling machines in support of Weaving operations
  • Pulled, staged,and transported yarn to designated production areas
  • Prepared yarn tubes in advance to support machine efficiency and uptime
  • Maintained safe work practices and supported consistent production output
  • Fill-in Manager from 2019-2022 assisting with day to day operations as needed to support management and schedule needs

Inspector

ITG (Klopman/Burlington Industries)
Hurt, VA
01.1994 - 08.2005
  • Inspected synthetic polyblends, wool, and other textile materials to ensure compliance with quality and production standards
  • Identified fabric defects, inconsistencies, and manufacturing issues, documenting findings accurately
  • Operated and monitored textile inspection and production machinery to maintain workflow efficiency
  • Followed safety, quality control, and operational procedures in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
  • Collaborated with production teams to address quality issues and reduce material waste
  • Section Leader 2005-2007: Additional management responsibilities and oversight of inspectors

Education

GED -

Gretna High School

Timeline

Manager in Training

BGF Industries
01.2022 - Current

Machine Operator- Twisting Department

BGF Industries
02.2006 - 01.2022

Inspector

ITG (Klopman/Burlington Industries)
01.1994 - 08.2005

GED -

Gretna High School
Lorie Barley