Pamela Dawkins
Boiling Springs,SC
Summary
Multi-tasking Team Leader well-known for executing successful, new initiatives. Creates dynamic and positive workplace culture to align with organizational mission and values. Trains new hires and mentors struggling workers to achieve overall team success. Talented Team Leader experienced and dedicated to enhancing employee satisfaction and business success. Diplomatic and friendly with proven commitment to employee training. Hardworking team player bringing necessary experience and knowledge to tackle any operational demand. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Technician
Timken Bearings
11.2008 - Current
- Monitored and documented safety standards to verify compliance.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Operated and performed preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment and instruments.
- Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
- Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
- Cooperated with other technicians to develop and test new protocols.
- Trained and supervised junior technicians in laboratory protocols.
- Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
- Monitored testing procedures to meet criteria and maintain quality control.
- Analyzed results using analytical software and created reports.
- Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
- Troubleshot and resolved equipment and process issues.
- Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.
- Trained new laboratory personnel to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices.
- Set and oversaw quality assurance guidelines for laboratory work.
Line Assembler
Timken Bearings
03.2006 - Current
- Performed visual and functional inspection of components to determine quality and identify defects.
- Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs quickly, accurately, and with zero errors.
- Troubleshot assembly line to repair malfunctions and avoid disruptions.
- Practiced standard operating procedures for consistent production results.
- Documented production data and output to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Boxed, labeled, and transported items to support assembly operations.
- Helped implement lean management directives for continuous production improvement.
- Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
- Restocked other stations and moved completed items to other stations for additional processing.
- Protected team members by identifying and removing safety hazards, keeping pathways clear and equipment properly stored.
- Conducted quality assurance inspections on finished components and identified issues.
- Followed specifics of each production run to perform high-quality work within specified tolerances.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
Team Leader
Timken Bearings
07.2006 - 08.2007
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Developed and updated tracking spreadsheets for process monitoring and reporting.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity and commitment to friendly service.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Communicated KPIs outlined in annual plan to inform employees of expectations and deliverables.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
- Observed packing operations to verify conformance to specifications.
- Held weekly team meetings to inform team members on company news and updates.
- Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
Education
Business
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ08.2024
High School Diploma -
Gaffney High School
Gaffney06.1995
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Analytical Thinking
- Lean Manufacturing
- Safety Processes
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- People Management
- Leadership
- Quality Standards
- Quality Inspections
- Checking Tolerances
- Visual Inspection
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Customer Satisfaction
- Production Line
- Quality Control
- Dial Calipers
- QA
Timeline
Lab Technician
Timken Bearings
11.2008 - Current
Team Leader
Timken Bearings
07.2006 - 08.2007
Line Assembler
Timken Bearings
03.2006 - Current
Business
University of Phoenix
High School Diploma -
Gaffney High School
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