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Work History
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Certification
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Shirley Thomas

Shirley Thomas

Columbus,Mississippi

Summary

Personable and dedicated Customer Service Representative with extensive experience in call center industry. Solid team player with upbeat, positive attitude and proven skill in establishing rapport with clients. Motivated to maintain customer satisfaction and contribute to company success. Articulate, enthusiastic and results-oriented with demonstrated passion for building relationships, cultivating partnerships and growing businesses.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Customer Service Remote

Sagility
01.2023 - Current
  • Handled customer inquiries efficiently through telephone communication.
  • Identified customer needs and provided appropriate solutions.
  • Followed up with customers to ensure their satisfaction.
  • Gathered feedback from customers regarding services.
  • Documented all conversations with customers according to company standards.
  • Participated in team meetings or training sessions when necessary.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations for provision of services.
  • Adhered to company's established protocols for handling confidential data.

Asked questions to determine service needs and accurately input information into electronic systems.

  • Communicated with clients to gather information and clarify details regarding claims.
  • Reviewed claim files to determine eligibility and adherence to policy guidelines.
  • Processed claims for various types of insurance policies, collecting all necessary documentation.
  • Followed up with customers on unresolved issues.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by diligently adhering to pharmacy policies, procedures, and applicable laws during daily operations.
  • Provided proactive solutions for common customer inquiries, leading to increased satisfaction ratings.
  • Streamlined pharmacy operations for increased efficiency through meticulous organization of medication inventories.

Quality Engineer

Grammer Inc
02.2021 - 11.2022
  • Performed data analysis to identify root causes of quality issues and developed corrective actions.
  • Analyzed customer complaints and feedback, conducted investigations, and implemented appropriate corrective actions.
  • Developed and maintained Quality Assurance procedures in accordance with ISO 9001 standards.
  • Assisted in the design and implementation of new processes for improved product quality.
  • Reviewed engineering drawings, process specifications, test requirements, inspection plans, and other technical documents for accuracy.
  • Conducted internal audits to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies and procedures.
  • Evaluated supplier performance against established criteria such as quality standards, delivery times, cost targets.
  • Monitored production activities to ensure conformance to established methods and procedures.
  • Investigated non-conformances using problem solving techniques such as 8D or 5 Why's methodologies.
  • Provided guidance in the development of sampling plans for incoming material inspections.
  • Trained personnel on the use of various quality control tools such as Statistical Process Control charts, Process Flow Diagrams, Failure Mode Effects Analysis.
  • Developed reports summarizing key metrics related to product quality including defect rates, cycle time reduction efforts.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop solutions that improve overall product quality.
  • Organized meetings with stakeholders to discuss current issues regarding product quality assurance programs.
  • Coordinated testing activities according to approved protocols and documented results accurately in a timely manner.
  • Participated in continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities for process optimization based on best practices from industry standards.
  • Ensured safe working conditions through regular safety inspections and risk assessments.
  • Collaborated with quality team members and leaders to monitor conformance to quality standards.
  • Maintained ISO documents within manufacturing facilities to comply with applicable regulations.
  • Built lasting rapport with clients and vendors to foster satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Developed inter-disciplinary cross-training programs to expand competencies among employees and reduce knowledge gaps.
  • Finished projects on time and within budget.
  • Conducted analyses addressing failure, reliability or yield improvement.

Safety/Quality Systems Manager

Adlam Films
09.2019 - 02.2021
  • Developed, implemented and maintained Quality System procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Monitored and reported on performance metrics to assess effectiveness of quality system processes.
  • Provided training for staff in quality assurance practices, techniques and principles.
  • Created reports outlining quality system trends, process improvements, audit results.
  • Identified opportunities for process optimization through continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Provided guidance on GMP regulations and ISO 9001, 2015 standards.
  • Assess and ensure compliance with OSHA standards and certifications.

Quality Supervisor

Borgers USA
10.2006 - 04.2019
  • Developed and implemented quality control processes to improve product reliability.
  • Monitored production activities for conformance with established standards.
  • Conducted training sessions for employees on quality assurance procedures and methods.
  • Performed root cause analysis of non-conforming products and identified corrective actions.
  • Analyzed customer feedback to identify areas of improvement in the product design process.
  • Identified potential issues related to manufacturing processes and recommended solutions.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to develop new testing methods that improved product performance metrics.
  • Coordinated closely with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of goods.
  • Enforced adherence to industry standards by monitoring employee performance during inspections.
  • Conducted weekly meetings to help consistency in teamwork.
  • Developed new QA methods to resolve problems efficiently.
  • Made suggestions with regard to procedures, standards and equipment to facilitate work and maintain product quality.

Education

Paralegal Studies

Mississippi University For Women
Columbus, MS

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Relationship building
  • Complaint handling
  • Data entry
  • Product knowledge

Affiliations

  • Interior design
  • Cake baking and decorating

Certification

  • ISO/IATF Certified
  • OSHA 30 Certified
  • Lean training
  • Certified Food Defense Coordinator
  • VDA 6.3 Certified
  • Workplace Conflict and Resolution training
  • CCC Certified
  • PPAP training
  • SOP and Product launch training

Education and Training

other

Timeline

Customer Service Remote

Sagility
01.2023 - Current

Quality Engineer

Grammer Inc
02.2021 - 11.2022

Safety/Quality Systems Manager

Adlam Films
09.2019 - 02.2021

Quality Supervisor

Borgers USA
10.2006 - 04.2019

Paralegal Studies

Mississippi University For Women
Shirley Thomas