Tabitha Burris
Gaffney,SC
Summary
Results-oriented Plant Instructor with expertise in process improvement and training within manufacturing. Optimizes workflows and implements training programs to enhance operational safety and compliance. Cultivates a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration, while facilitating onboarding and developing tools that drive new hire success.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Instructor
Milliken-Limestone
Gaffney, SC
05.2024 - Current
- Facilitate orientation and onboarding processes to enhance new hire integration.
- Developed 12-week roadmap ensuring structured training and support for new hires.
- Advocate for new hire success by providing ongoing support throughout initial transition.
- Create continuous skills development tools for trainers to use with trainees.
- Deliver power industrial vehicle training to ensure operational safety and compliance.
Process Improvement Associate
Milliken-Magnolia
Gaffney, SC
04.2014 - 05.2024
- Supported associates in managing daily run schedules to enhance efficiency.
- Documented process deviations to improve operational runnability.
- Participated in off-quality production meetings to address issues promptly.
- Presented findings on off-quality metrics and implemented improvements.
- Collaborated with team to optimize operational workflows and improve efficiency.
Finishing Operator
Milliken-Magnolia
Gaffney, South Carolina
08.2006 - 04.2014
- Advanced from inexperienced machine exit operator to on-the-job trainer within six to nine months.
- Inspected finished products for quality and compliance with standards.
- Operated finishing machines to complete textile production processes efficiently.
- Conducted routine checks and performed minor repairs on equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
- Trained new operators on machine operations and safety procedures.
- Coordinated with team members to facilitate smooth workflow and maintain timely deliveries.
Education
High School Diploma -
Blacksburg High School
Blacksburg, SC05-2000
Skills
- Trained in ISO
- Trained in 5S
- Leadership skills
- Able to lead meetings
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Detail-oriented
- Well organized
- Self-driven
- Team player
- Punctual
- Coachable
- Outspoken
Affiliations
- Leader of the Morale Team
Safety Director of Milliken-Limestone
Safety Director sponsor of Health and Wellness Sub Committee
March of Dimes Biggest Contributor for several years
Power Industrial Vehicle Certification
CPR Certification
Timeline
Plant Instructor
Milliken-Limestone
05.2024 - Current
Process Improvement Associate
Milliken-Magnolia
04.2014 - 05.2024
Finishing Operator
Milliken-Magnolia
08.2006 - 04.2014
High School Diploma -
Blacksburg High School