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Work History
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Ongoing Projects
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NOSIZWE NKOSI

Minneapolis,MN

Summary

Self-motivated Professional bringing forth valuable Industry experience and a passion for management. Results oriented with a proven track record of working collaboratively with team members to achieve goals. Thrives while multitasking in fast-paced environments without compromising quality. Seeking a permanent position.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Assembler II

AllSource PPS (working at Olympus)
Brooklyn Park, MN
11.2023 - Current

Warehouse Associate/ Lead Trainee

Archway Marketing
Rogers, NM
07.2023 - 10.2023
  • Picked and prepared numerous daily shipments.
  • Trained new employees.
  • Assisted current Lead's and Supervisor with special projects to learn new tasks while gaining additional responsibilities.
  • Diagnosed issues with MLS system. Assisted pickers with order confusion. Communicated with IC for short product. Kept floor stocked with necessary product.

Production Lead

Pelican BioThermal
Maple Grove, MN
12.2022 - 04.2023
  • Oversaw workstation setup and operation.
  • Coordinated material supply to assembly line, regulated flow of finished goods to warehouse and fulfilled order requirements.
  • Checked finished products to ensure quality and that industry standards were met.
  • Identified and supported continuous improvement efforts with supervisor.

Manufacturing/ Warehouse Lead

Archway Marketing
Rogers, MN
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Worked with management to update warehouse flow.
  • Fulfilled orders quickly to accomplish challenging daily objectives.
  • Reviewed packing slips and other documentation to properly box requested items for shipment.
  • Trained new employees regarding warehouse procedures and standards.

House Manager

BrightSide
St Paul, MN
01.2021 - 12.2021
  • Oversaw the intake and discharge processes, which included filling out paperwork, for individuals.
  • Resolved individual resident issues and neighborly complaints with excellent interpersonal skills.

Package Handler

FedEx
Mahtomedi, MN
09.2020 - 01.2021
  • Assisted in loading delivery trucks with prepared packages.
  • Tracked parcel movement using hand-held scanners and daily production sheets to keep records accurate.

Mechanical Drafter

Wenck Engineering
Maple Plain, MN
04.2019 - 08.2019
  • Worked with new company software/ virtual reality.
  • Maintained a current 3D site model, including pump/ HVAC design updates for client review and virtual walkthrough.

Senior Mechanical Drafter / Designer

Upsher-Smith Laboratories, LLC.
Maple Grove, MN
04.2018 - 04.2019
  • Worked onsite as main U-S representative - presenting plans, negotiating changes, resolving situational issues, diffusing conflicts and misunderstandings, and managing official project documentation.
  • Developed several custom designs and personally oversaw their installation.

Senior Drafter

EN Engineering Bloomington
04.2017 - 08.2017
  • Design proposals for new pipe lines or modifications to existing pipe lines
  • Implemented more efficient SOP's (Standard Operating Procedures).

Design Technician

Uponor
Lakeville
08.2016 - 04.2017
  • Combined all necessary construction documentation and negotiated with
  • Engineers, Contractors, Architects and the client to create a cost effective, efficient and detailed (plumbing design) project bid
  • Communicated directly with all relevant parties to discuss project details and suggest solutions.

Mechanical Drafter II

Zachary Engineering Minneapolis
03.2010 - 06.2011
  • Utilizing self-taught OpenPlantPID software - created hundreds of PID - Process and Instrumentation Diagrams as well as custom pipe support models for multiple water/ piping systems
  • Developed and communicated updated valve designs to be applied to all future company projects.

Water Safety Instructor

City Of Maple Grove
Maple Grove, MN
04.2008 - 01.2010
  • Facilitated swimming instruction for adults and children
  • Worked one-on-one with individuals to overcome fears and personal mental/ physical circumstances.

Education

AAS -

NTI - Northwest Technical Institute
06.2011

Skills

  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Project Management Skills
  • Effective Team Leader
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Ability to Work Under Pressure
  • Innovative
  • Consistent & Reliable

Ongoing Projects

  • Independent Contractor: Freelance work on client(s) personal projects - from custom part designs to blueprints.
  • Furniture Technician: Small business finishing furniture.
  • Investor: Spent considerable time researching potential investment opportunities with noteworthy success.
  • Open Arms Kitchen Volunteer: Preparing nutritious meals for individuals with life-threatening illnesses.

Timeline

Assembler II

AllSource PPS (working at Olympus)
11.2023 - Current

Warehouse Associate/ Lead Trainee

Archway Marketing
07.2023 - 10.2023

Production Lead

Pelican BioThermal
12.2022 - 04.2023

Manufacturing/ Warehouse Lead

Archway Marketing
05.2022 - 08.2022

House Manager

BrightSide
01.2021 - 12.2021

Package Handler

FedEx
09.2020 - 01.2021

Mechanical Drafter

Wenck Engineering
04.2019 - 08.2019

Senior Mechanical Drafter / Designer

Upsher-Smith Laboratories, LLC.
04.2018 - 04.2019

Senior Drafter

EN Engineering Bloomington
04.2017 - 08.2017

Design Technician

Uponor
08.2016 - 04.2017

Mechanical Drafter II

Zachary Engineering Minneapolis
03.2010 - 06.2011

Water Safety Instructor

City Of Maple Grove
04.2008 - 01.2010

AAS -

NTI - Northwest Technical Institute
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