Mia dinan
West Monroe,LA
Summary
Dependable operations professional with a strong background in sanitation, packaging, and quality control. Known for teamwork, clear communication, time management, and a strong focus on safety, accuracy, and efficient daily output.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Foils Department
Amcor Flexibles
West Monroe, LA
02.2022 - 06.2023
- Demonstrated self-motivation in completing tasks independently.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continuous improvement.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Stacker/Packer Associate
Graphic Packaging International
West Monroe, LA
03.2021 - 05.2022
- Stacked finished packaging materials on pallets, maintaining stable loads for safe transport.
- Inspected product quality during stacking, removing damaged cartons and reporting defects.
- Organized finished goods by order specifications, ensuring accurate pallet configuration.
- Wrapped pallets securely with stretch film to protect inventory during shipment.
- Assisted machine operators by replenishing supplies and staging materials at workstations.
- Monitored production flow, clearing stacking areas to support continuous line operation.
- Followed safety and housekeeping procedures, keeping work area clean and hazard-free.
- Consistently met daily production expectations while maintaining accuracy and efficient workflow.
- Maintained a solid understanding of product specifications and storage requirements, ensuring proper handling and stacking procedures were always followed.
- Stacked finished cases on pallets according to customer requests.
- Reduced product damage by carefully handling items during the stacking process.
- Ensured workplace safety by adhering to proper lifting techniques and stacker equipment usage guidelines.
- Mitigated potential hazards within the work environment by consistently following established safety protocols while performing stacking duties.
- Identified and removed products that did not meet quality control standards.
- Operated formers, stretch wrappers and tape machines to package items.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop more effective strategies for managing the stacking process, leading to improved workflow efficiency.
- Provided valuable input during staff meetings, sharing insights gained from experience as a Stacker that led to improvements across various aspects of warehousing operations.
- Used [Software] to create labels and maintain inventory records.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized warehouse environment, conducting regular inspections of the stacking area.
- Complied with company policy and legal regulations to achieve and maintain a safe working environment.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Inspected packaged goods for quality, alignment, and label accuracy before palletizing for shipment.
- Monitored product counts and removed damaged items to support consistent output standards.
- Assisted with line changeovers by supplying materials and clearing completed batches efficiently.
- Maintained clean work areas and removed debris to support safe, efficient operations.
- Communicated packaging issues promptly to supervisors to prevent delays and reduce waste.
Sanitation Worker/Inspector in Quality Assurance and Quality Control
Lamb Weston
Delhi, LA
03.2013 - 03.2021
- Led sanitation activities for production lines, maintaining GMP standards and food safety compliance.
- Followed SSOPs and HACCP requirements to support safe, audit-ready plant operations.
- Inspected surfaces and machinery for residue, debris, and contamination before startup release.
- Cleaned and sanitized processing equipment, conveyors, and work areas using approved chemical solutions.
- Monitored chemical concentrations and ensured proper handling of cleaning agents and sanitation tools.
- Coordinated lockout/tagout procedures before cleaning equipment to protect personnel and prevent hazards.
- Washed down facility walls, floors, and doors regularly with cleaning solutions and sprayers.
- Maintained a sanitary environment with daily inspections and timely maintenance of assigned areas.
- Collected, sorted, and disposed of garbage and recycling from production work areas.
- Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
- Enhanced cleanliness by thoroughly sweeping, mopping, and sanitizing various surfaces in public spaces.
- Ensured public safety by removing hazardous materials and reporting potentially dangerous situations to supervisors.
- Collaborated with colleagues for timely completion of large-scale projects involving waste removal and facility maintenance.
- Reduced waste accumulation by promptly collecting and disposing of trash from designated areas.
- Assisted in basic maintenance and repair of cleaning equipment to reduce downtime.
- Ensured safety protocols were strictly adhered to, minimizing accidents and injuries among the team.
- Inspected incoming, in-process, and finished products to verify compliance with quality specifications
- Documented nonconformances and initiated corrective actions to resolve recurring defects
- Reviewed inspection data and test results to identify process gaps and improve consistency
- Maintained accurate quality records, logs, and reports for audit readiness and traceability
- Collaborated with production teams to address deviations and reinforce quality standards
- Calibrated and validated testing equipment to support reliable quality assessments
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent adherence to quality standards across all products.
- Inspected finished goods to verify conformance with customer specifications and company quality standards.
- Initiated process improvements that led to reduced waste and increased production efficiency.
- Provided regular updates to team leadership on quality metrics by communicating consistency problems or production deficiencies.
- Reviewed technical documents such as specifications and drawings, maintaining accuracy and compliance with industry regulations.
- Reduced customer complaints by conducting thorough inspections and addressing issues proactively.
- Streamlined the quality control process, resulting in faster turnaround times for product releases.
- Enhanced product quality by implementing rigorous testing procedures and identifying areas for improvement.
- Reported problems and concerns to management.
- Completed supporting documentation for testing procedures, data capture forms, equipment logbooks and inventory forms.
- Performed tests and inspections to conform to established standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Louisiana Delta Community College
Monroe, LA12-2026
Skills
- Workplace professionalism
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Computer skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Quality assurance
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependability
- Excellent communication
- Positive attitude
Timeline
Foils Department
Amcor Flexibles
02.2022 - 06.2023
Stacker/Packer Associate
Graphic Packaging International
03.2021 - 05.2022
Sanitation Worker/Inspector in Quality Assurance and Quality Control
Lamb Weston
03.2013 - 03.2021
High School Diploma -
Louisiana Delta Community College