Parris Bolden
BATTLE CREEK,MI
Summary
Versatile professional with a diverse background in working with children, computer technology, and customer service. Experienced in creating engaging educational experiences, troubleshooting technical issues, keeping and reporting data, and delivering exceptional customer support. Adept at adapting to various roles and environments, with strong communication and problem-solving skills. Committed to contributing effectively to dynamic teams and delivering high-quality results.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Support
Post Consumer Brands
Battle Creek, MI
01.2025 - 08.2025
- Operated machinery to ensure smooth production flow and quality standards.
- Monitored production processes to identify and resolve operational issues promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain safety protocols and efficient operations.
- Conducted routine inspections to verify equipment functionality and compliance.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas to promote a safe environment.
- Inspected finished products for conformance to specifications.
- Kept detailed logs of machine operations throughout entire shift.
Mental Health Support Worker/Violence Prevention Specialist
Rise CORP
Battle Creek, MI
03.2021 - 05.2024
- Helped students with online classwork and homework.
- Supervised kids during outside activities, as well as game room and art activities.
- Facilitated ongoing case management services to support successful outcomes and meet stabilization goals.
- Participated in regular team meetings discussing case management, progress notes, and other relevant topics.
- Organized client files, maintained records, and updated information regularly.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, and playgrounds.
- Organized activities designed to enhance socialization skills among peers.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Assisted students with behavioral and academic challenges in a classroom setting.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress using data tracking systems.
Warehouse Associate
WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE, Target Distribution Center
Galesburg, MI
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Identified safety hazards and notified management to determine proper resolution of issues.
- Satisfied reporting requirements with timely and accurate logging of daily activities.
- Performed visual inspections of components for surface defects such as scratches, dents, burrs.
- Labeled boxes, containers, and pallets for shipment purposes.
- Received incoming shipments, inspected contents, compared against invoices and purchase orders.
- Used handheld scanners to track inventory movement within the warehouse system.
- Identified damaged or defective products upon receipt and reported them accordingly.
- Stacked cartons onto appropriate pallets according to size and weight restrictions.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery such as conveyors and hoists.
MACHINE OPERATOR
Dare Products
Springfield, MI
04.2019 - 09.2021
- I assemble parts for fencing material used by farmers, documenting production daily
- I also mentor new assembly workers on protocol and safety guidelines including compliance standards and ensuring quality of products
- I complete production orders within strict deadlines and report any malfunctions or issues to Team Lead
- I package and label items for shipping, lifting heavy boxes and loading them onto pallets and I also maintain a clean and organized working environment.
- Detected work-piece defects and machine malfunctions, maintaining apparatus to prevent future issues.
- Documented daily production data and submitted accurate time logs to keep management up-to-date.
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Set up and operate machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
SALES ASSOCIATE
Sam's Club
Battle Creek, MI
04.2018 - 07.2018
- Assigned to multiple aisles in the store to keep clean and nicely stocked
- I mainly walked around aisles making sure the products are aligned and brought forward neatly for members to see while shopping
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs to promote loyalty, satisfaction, and sales numbers
- Also helped members on the sales floor with finding groceries, loading heavy items into their cart, and even helping them load groceries into the car
- I cleaned assigned aisles and sales floor at the end of each day.
CUSTOMER SERVICE, Blast Flash Flood
Battle Creek, MI
05.2016 - 08.2017
- Worked different positions including attractions, the main entrance, concessions, and sometimes helped the lifeguard position watching over the pool
- In concessions, I counted cash in register drawer at beginning and end of shift
- I was required to work the automated fryers and the register at point of sale
- Helping kids safely get on and off attractions was also part of my job as well as cleaning around the park and serving guest.
Education
High School Diploma -
Battle Creek Central High School
Battle Creek, MISome College (No Degree) -
Davenport University
Grand Rapids, MISome College (No Degree) -
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MISkills
- Problem-Solving
- Customer Relations
- Quality Assurance
- Recordkeeping
- Public Speaking
- Social Perceptiveness
- Supervision and leadership
- Communication
- Computer Skills
- Relationship Building
Certification
- Moral Recognition Therapy
Timeline
Production Support
Post Consumer Brands
01.2025 - 08.2025
Warehouse Associate
WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE, Target Distribution Center
08.2021 - 03.2022
Mental Health Support Worker/Violence Prevention Specialist
Rise CORP
03.2021 - 05.2024
MACHINE OPERATOR
Dare Products
04.2019 - 09.2021
SALES ASSOCIATE
Sam's Club
04.2018 - 07.2018
CUSTOMER SERVICE, Blast Flash Flood
05.2016 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
Battle Creek Central High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Davenport University
Some College (No Degree) -
Central Michigan University