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Melanie Cook

Pahrump,NV

Summary

Knowledgeable with a background in overseeing security operations and ensuring safety of personnel and property. Proven ability to manage emergency situations and implement effective security protocols. Demonstrated leadership and communication skills in training and supervising security teams.

Laborious Packaging Lead with over a decade of supervisory experience in production environments. Leads packaging crew by following management plans, demonstrating hard work ethic and taking ownership of packaging process to produce quality results. Meets workflow and labor goals while adhering to packaging and safety standards.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Pack Associate

Digi-Key
05.2025 - Current
  • Labeled, recorded, and inspected packaging to prepare for shipment or storage with a high speed packing line.
  • Performed packaging tasks alongside team to demonstrate proper methods according to labor plan and assigned tasks.
  • Assisted with quality and production process improvements to support new packaging initiatives.
  • Inspected products before packaging to prevent shipping defective and damaged goods to customers.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

Laundry Assistant Manager

Xanterra Parks & Resorts
03.2024 - 03.2025
  • Contributed to a positive workplace atmosphere through effective communication with coworkers and management staff alike.
  • Coordinated pickups and deliveries of laundry items as needed, ensuring punctuality every step of the way.
  • Manages production requirements to optimize efficiency and reduce labor costs.
  • Implemented new inventory management system to track supplies more accurately, reducing waste.
  • Facilitates audits.
  • Coordinated staffing needs. Resolving personal issues and attendance issues.

Operations Manager

Home Depot
01.2019 - 02.2024
  • Developed and implemented strategic plans to streamline operations and increase efficiency within the organization.
  • Oversaw a team of 20+ employees, providing leadership, guidance, and support to ensure smooth operations.
  • Managed budgeting and financial forecasting to optimize resources and achieve cost savings.
  • Implemented new processes and technologies to enhance operational effectiveness and drive company growth.
  • Established key performance metrics monitoring and evaluating operational performance, driving continuous improvement efforts.

Lieutenant

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
11.2009 - 01.2019
  • Supervisory position within a correctional facility, responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of a specific unit, including staff supervision, inmate security, maintaining order, enforcing rules, and ensuring the safety of both staff and inmates, all while working under the direction of a higher ranking officer like a Captain.
  • Manage the custodial care of inmates and lead the correctional officers on their shift.
  • First responder in riot control as well as teaching, coaching, and training staff members. Safety and protection for both inmates and officers.

Education

Associates of Arts - liberal arts and humanities

Houston Community College
Houston, Texas

Associates of Science - biology, chemistry, and physics

Houston Community College
Houston, Texas

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks, AK
12-2025

Timeline

Pack Associate

Digi-Key
05.2025 - Current

Laundry Assistant Manager

Xanterra Parks & Resorts
03.2024 - 03.2025

Operations Manager

Home Depot
01.2019 - 02.2024

Lieutenant

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
11.2009 - 01.2019

Associates of Science - biology, chemistry, and physics

Houston Community College

Associates of Arts - liberal arts and humanities

Houston Community College

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

University of Alaska Fairbanks
Melanie Cook