Paula Hardie

I got awarded this job just to go to 1st shift. At the time I was on restriction from surgery on my hand. I never had to perform job. T8 opened and I started volunteering to go learn there been here since day one.

• Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
• Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
• Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
• Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
• Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
• Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.

• Inspected creelers and components to make sure yarn moved freely and accurately.
• Prepared secondary creels for quick changeovers.
• Reduced downtime by quickly identifying and resolving creel-related issues during operation.
• Consistently met or exceeded daily production quotas through efficient time management and task prioritization.
• Assisted in meeting production deadlines by effectively coordinating with team members to maintain a smooth workflow.
• Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning and adjusting to new equipment or machinery introduced into the creeling process.
• Played an integral role in training new hires on proper creeling techniques, fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasized teamwork and skill development.
• Maintained a clean and organized work area, prioritizing safety and minimizing potential hazards.

• Prepared secondary creels for quick changeovers.
• Inspected creelers and components to make sure yarn moved freely and accurately.
• Maintained a clean and organized work area, prioritizing safety and minimizing potential hazards.
• Streamlined operations through effective inventory management, ensuring that all necessary supplies were readily available when needed.
• Studied guides, samples and charts to determine setup requirements for each task.
• Labeled and packed yarn on carts to prepare for shipment.
• Removed waste, damaged tubes and imperfect yarn from floor to keep focus on functional products.
• Unloaded finished products from machines and loaded onto carts or conveyor.

• Complied with safety rules and standards to maximize efficiencies while reducing accidents.
• Performed preventive maintenance on equipment during scheduled downtime.
• Monitored all objectives and communicated with various teams regarding performance.
• Check current/new fields make sure all lots are correct.
• Make sure to have all the yarn lots with correct pounds to run field.
• Email scheduling or contact someone for yarn needed for fields.
• Make all paperwork for fields to put on all creels, so creels know correct lots to creel.
• Make sure all quality data is entered on spreadsheet.
• Make sure tuft/slip bid is done daily.
• Make sure unsprayed backing weight is correct. Ex. 5.7 and above.
• Make sure sprayed backing weight check meet spec. Ex. 12.5 and above.
• Make sure thru out the day that the spray is spraying correctly and getting the correct coverage.
• If tufted or coated tickets have incorrect footage correct them before shipped out.
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• Participated in root cause analysis efforts on process-related issues, offering expertise to identify solutions quickly and effectively.
• Provided hands-on assistance during emergency situations such as equipment malfunctions or shutdowns while maintaining composure under pressure.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify areas of improvement and implement changes for better productivity.
• Collaborated with engineers in new product introduction phases to develop and verify design changes.
• Assisted in the development of training materials and resources to enhance the onboarding experience for new process technicians.
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• 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.
• Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
• Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
• Improved product quality with strict adherence to standard operating procedures and quality control guidelines.
• Trained new technicians in proper usage of equipment, safety protocols, and company procedures, ensuring a high level of competence across the team.