PARIS ATKINSON
Vinton,VA
Summary
Detail-oriented and dependable professional with 15+ years of experience in customer service, production support, and fast-paced environments. Strong communication, organization, and multitasking skills. Seeking an administrative/secretary role where I can support staff, welcome clients, and help create a smooth, positive office experience.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Support / Finishing & Paint Dept
Alrec Industries
Salem, VA
01.2013 - 05.2024
- Coordinated with engineers and supervisors to meet deadlines.
- Advanced from temporary cleaning role into full production support.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production processes.
Deburr Technician (Medical Devices)
Accellent
Salem, VA
01.2009 - 03.2012
- Performed precision deburring on medical device components.
- Followed strict quality and safety requirements.
- Maintained accuracy in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Executed deburring processes on medical device components to achieve precision and quality standards.
- Operated various hand tools and machines to remove burrs, ensuring parts met specifications.
Order Picker / Packer
Home Shopping Network
Roanoke, VA
01.2006 - 10.2009
- Picked and packed customer orders with accuracy and speed.
- Met incentive and performance goals.
- Supported daily warehouse fulfillment operations.
Cashier / Customer Service
Pilot Travel Center LLC
Salem, VA
01.2004 - 02.2006
- Processed fuel tickets and cash transactions.
- Provided friendly customer service to travelers.
- Restocked merchandise and kept the store organized.
- Managed inventory by restocking shelves and maintaining organized displays.
- Trained new cashiers on register operations and customer service protocols.
- Handled cash, checks, and credit card payments with attention to detail.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of the cashier area to enhance customer experience.
Education
GED -
Patrick Henry High School
Roanoke, VA 11.2010 - 12.2010
Skills
- Customer service
- Front desk & phones
- Scheduling support
- Data entry & filing
- Organization & time management
- Quality checking
- Multitasking in fast-paced settings
- Team communication
- Positive, reliable work ethic
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Production Support / Finishing & Paint Dept
Alrec Industries
01.2013 - 05.2024
GED -
Patrick Henry High School
11.2010 - 12.2010
Deburr Technician (Medical Devices)
Accellent
01.2009 - 03.2012
Order Picker / Packer
Home Shopping Network
01.2006 - 10.2009
Cashier / Customer Service
Pilot Travel Center LLC
01.2004 - 02.2006