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Saphillia Allen

Huntsville,AL

Summary

Resourceful Material handler able to handle diverse job requirements and meet company goals. Consistently looks for ways to improve warehouse operations and personal contributions to increase team success against challenging performance targets. Resolves problems tactfully, keeping employees and customers satisfied with fast, accurate deliveries. Also experience with leading a group as Alternate Group Lead as well as active Group lead.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Materials Handler

Polaris Industries
08.2021 - Current
  • Attached identifying tags to containers to mark with identifying shipping information.
  • Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
  • Moved furniture and boxes using utility dolly and truck ramp.
  • Monitored warehouse to identify missing items, spills and unusual activity, complying with safety procedures.
  • Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
  • Performed cycle counts and inventory control to accurately track product levels.
  • Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
  • Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
  • Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
  • Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
  • Received and unpacked shipments and new equipment as directed.
  • Unloaded incoming shipments to verify accuracy of deliveries and check possible damages.
  • Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
  • Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
  • Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
  • Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
  • Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
  • Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
  • Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
  • Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
  • Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.

Styles by Nikki
01.2000 - Current
  • Demonstrated creative artistry and technician skill in designing and executing a full range of hair services, including cut, color, extensions, perms and other chemical and non-chemical treatments
  • Retained 90% of customer base previously built at the salon, with over two thirds of these clients booking add-on services at the salon based on recommendations
  • Drove a 35% sale increase in hair services and 25% sales increase in nail, facial, cosmetic and massage services within 2 months of hire
  • Assisted in planning and launching special events, creative promotions and social media marketing campaigns that brought in scores of new clients while strengthening relationships with existing customer base
  • Met or exceeded sales and productivity goals throughout tenure, achieving Top 3 ranking (out of 20 stylists) month over month for booked services and add on product sales
  • Delighted customers by delivering styles aligned with their diverse preferences from edgy, trend-making looks to fresh, updated reinterpretations of classic hairstyles

City Carrier Assistant

United States Postal Service
11.2020 - 01.2021
  • Deliver packages and mail to businesses and people in towns, cities, and rural areas
  • Set up a route and deliver mail six days a week on route
  • Place packages and letters in mailbox and secure with mailbox flap
  • Retrieve outgoing mail from boxes
  • Place larger packages on porch or doorstep
  • Take packages into businesses and give to individual
  • Endure people sign off for receipt of package
  • Arrange mail in delivery sequence
  • Leave notices on customers’ doors informing them packages could not be delivered and will be held
  • Sell stamps and money orders
  • Answer questions about postal regulations
  • Operate approved vehicle (LLC and right side drive vehicles) to deliver mail.

Manufacturing Technician

Shape Corporation
11.2018 - 07.2020
  • Responsible for ensuring quality parts are produced and/or assembled by conducting visual inspection and gage inspection of parts produced by a welder, press, mill or other production process while meeting production rates or efficiency requirements
  • Perform production and assembly of parts in a safe manner adhering to all safety policies
  • Continue the production of parts through the operations required of a welding, press, mill or assembly process
  • Distinguish and correct as needed the quality of a welded, milled, pressed or assembled part
  • Pack parts into various containers as specified by a standard
  • Perform required Plex functions including: creation/printing of tags, production recording etc
  • Adhere to and maintain 5S and LEAN manufacturing standards
  • Function as a member of a work team by contributing and initiating quality, safety and productivity ideas
  • Train co-workers on manufacturing skills as required
  • Communicate appropriately to avoid unplanned downtime, inform other shifts of problems, trends, etc
  • Inform the leader of maintenance needs
  • Additional functions, not specifically outlined this position description as directed by the leader

Production Assembly Team Member

Magneti Marelli
04.2016 - 08.2018
  • Prepared units for ultimate pack by weighing manually, recording the weight in computer program and stenciling unit
  • Assembled and completed formalities compliant with parts and part numbers
  • Inspected units for defects and repairs through suitable procedures
  • Responsible for continuous operation of complex equipment production equipment and packing equipment
  • Oversight for product quality on both raw materials and finished goods
  • Identified issues that affected line production
  • Ensured critical control points defects
  • Check cosmetic appearance for defects
  • Check with supervisor at start of shift to obtain specific duties for shift
  • Cross-training among different departments and roles
  • Wore PPE including, but not limited to a respirator, safety shoes, glasses and hard hat

Education

Associate of Science - Cosmetology

Virginia College
Huntsville, AL
03.2014

Skills

  • Material Packaging
  • Accident Prevention
  • Material Shelving
  • Supply Chain Distribution
  • Assembly and Production
  • Forklift Operation
  • Warehouse Operations

Timeline

Materials Handler

Polaris Industries
08.2021 - Current

City Carrier Assistant

United States Postal Service
11.2020 - 01.2021

Manufacturing Technician

Shape Corporation
11.2018 - 07.2020

Production Assembly Team Member

Magneti Marelli
04.2016 - 08.2018

Styles by Nikki
01.2000 - Current

Associate of Science - Cosmetology

Virginia College
Saphillia Allen