SHELLI BALLOU
McAllen,TX
Summary
Resourceful professional eager to utilize analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficient in using testing equipment and software programs with keen eye for precision. Smart and committed to furnishing detailed reports.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical/Dimensional Inspector I
Sig Sauer
Newington, NH
12.2023 - Current
- Collect and review inspection data to ensure component integrity and investigate/resolve discrepancies found during part inspection
- Locate appropriate programs, load components into inspection equipment, run basic inspection programs, and report results
- Basic proficiency in blueprint reading
- Ability to identify features for inspection and correctly assign dimensional values and tolerances specified in print to a given feature
- Familiarity with and basic understanding of GD&T symbology assigned per ASME Y14.5
- Fluent in setup of simple parts and understanding of proper use of basic mechanical inspection equipment
- Must be able to convey ideas and information clearly, concisely, and accurately to others, both verbally and in written form
- Expected to contribute to primary areas of inspection for which training has been provided
- Communicate effectively to supervision verbally and in written format regarding problems and corrective action
- Participate in 5S workplace organizational activities and maintain work area in accordance with 5S standard.
- Maintained accurate records of all dimensional inspection results, supporting traceability efforts and facilitating data-driven decisionmaking.
- Managed workload efficiently by maintaining an organized workspace and effectively prioritizing tasks based on project deadlines and production needs.
- Validated design changes by comparing pre-and post-production components using various measurement tools, ensuring effective implementation.
- Improved product quality by providing detailed feedback on dimensional issues to engineering and manufacturing teams.
Production Coordinator
Sig Sauer
Newington, NH
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Uses Oracle to validate and verify the right materials and quantities are present to begin the assembly production prior to physically moving material to the workstations
- Organizes, maintains, and requests parts in Oracle as required for all Open WIP and stalled WIP jobs
- Communicates and coordinates necessary actions for expedites and component shortages
- Resolves inventory and BOM issues, inventory control, and cycle counting to ensure inventory accuracy
- Completes production reporting activities
- Supports production operations as an expert on inventory transactions
- Ensure workplace is in accordance with 5S protocol, perform weekly audits
- Coordinates and communicates with Supervisors and Leads to facilitate work
- Works independently with minimal supervision.
Assembler Level 3
Sig Sauer
Newington, NH
03.2021 - 04.2023
- Assembler/Admin responsible for the expeditious, accurate, and safe assembly of firearms
- Actively conducts piece part preparation, slide assembly, frame assembly, configuration modification, hand gun assembly, rifle assembly in accordance with written and verbal instructions
- Operates and maintains small tools and machines to validate and assist with assembly of various firearms
- As admin, facilitates the assembly lines work, and assists the lead with various tasks that include part breakdown, job preparation, and line cohesion
- Adheres to 5S program and enforces these standards amongst co-workers.
Sales Associate/Cook
University of New Hampshire
Durham, NH
12.2018 - 11.2019
- Responsible for all food items that needed to be cooked for the meals throughout the day
- Food preparation, inventory, and restocking were early everyday tasks
- After food was prepped sales associates are responsible for running the register, serving food, and keeping inventory stocked on the sales floor
- Also, assisting with the tasks of the students getting completed, closing of the food court, and filling in for management when needed.
Member Service Representative
Service Credit Union
Rochester, NH
11.2017 - 12.2018
- Member Service Representatives process and audit transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, purchases, transfers and payments
- In charge of maintaining and balancing a cash drawer, and must adhere to established cash handling and balancing procedures
- Also, open accounts, CDs, and producing debit cards.
Food Preparer/Cashier
Café Services
Barrington, NH
12.2014 - 09.2017
- Work in a serve safe compliant environment daily
- Operate under regulations and food service rules to support the school system of Barrington
- Prepare meals and different foods for students and faculty
- Responsible for identifying spoiled food and substandard meal combinations
- Maintain records for food storage and temperature regulation
- Also, utilizes the register for checkout and ensures that an accurate drawer count at the end of every day
- Responsible for getting the money and transactions logs ready for the daily bank drop-off
- Fills in for the lead cook when needed, which consists of recipe prep, food prep and the actual cooking of food for various meals throughout the day.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dover High School
06.2002
Skills
- PC Operating Systems
- Microsoft Office (Word/Excel)
- Machine Operation
- Visual Inspection
- Caliper Usage
- GD&T Applications
- Inspections and reviews
- Production experience
- Training and mentorship
- Inspection documentation
- Safety Procedures
- Reporting and analysis
- Quality Control
- OSHA Compliance
- Audit Coordination
- Customer Service
- Credit Union Knowledge
- Banking knowledge
- Call center experience
- Account Management
- Dispute Resolution
- Policy understanding
- Complaint Handling
- Sales strategy
- Service Recommendations
- Calm and Professional Under Pressure
- Understanding Customer Needs
- Transaction Processing
- Remote Office Availability
- Customer Data Confidentiality
- Time Management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Cash counting
- Cash Register Operation
- Currency Identification
- Bill payment
- Payment receipt
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Organizational Skills
Training
- Serve Safe Training
- Oracle Database training
- Blueprint reading 101
- Agile (Interactive spec program)
Timeline
Mechanical/Dimensional Inspector I
Sig Sauer
12.2023 - Current
Production Coordinator
Sig Sauer
05.2023 - 12.2023
Assembler Level 3
Sig Sauer
03.2021 - 04.2023
Sales Associate/Cook
University of New Hampshire
12.2018 - 11.2019
Member Service Representative
Service Credit Union
11.2017 - 12.2018
Food Preparer/Cashier
Café Services
12.2014 - 09.2017
High School Diploma -
Dover High School