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Tara Porter

Lyles,TN

Summary

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Digital Press Operator

Interstate Packaging
08.2021 - Current
  • Analyzed daily density readings from each printer to detect potential quality issues.
  • Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
  • Prepared and operated offset printing press for maximum efficiency and production.
  • Examined job orders to determine quantity, stock specifications, colors and special printing instructions.
  • Adjusted controls to regulate flow of ink and dampening solution to plate cylinder.
  • Employed root cause analysis to troubleshoot equipment and processing issues.
  • Analyzed account workload quantity, complexity and due dates to predict and prevent problems.
  • Proofed all job orders, securing client approval prior to production.
  • Operated press to achieve highest print quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.

Quality Auditor

Metrican Stamping Co
02.2020 - 07.2021
  • Inspected raw and in-processed materials to determine quality and any not meeting minimum standards.
  • Trained and reviewed work of junior personnel on departmental responsibilities.
  • Verified work accomplished by external company contractors, vendors and repair facilities met and exceeded applicable quality audits.
  • Compared quantity, quality and labeling of customer orders to check accuracy and completeness.

Assistant Manager

Advance Auto Parts
06.2005 - 01.2011
  • Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.
  • Made hiring recommendations to increase company's productivity and profitability with quality workers.
  • Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.

Education

High Scool Diploma -

Family Christian Academy
Nashville, TN
2000

Skills

  • Review Samples
  • Active Listening
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Digital Printing
  • Monitor Equipment
  • Maintaining Clean Work Areas
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Machine Examinations
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Press Loading
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Production Operations
  • Operation and Control
  • Protective Equipment Knowledge
  • Print Run Sampling
  • Color Correcting
  • Work Orders
  • Machine and Equipment Repair
  • Printing Press Operation
  • Basic Mathematical Abilities
  • Proof Checking
  • Troubleshooting and Analysis
  • Customer Needs Assessments

Timeline

Digital Press Operator

Interstate Packaging
08.2021 - Current

Quality Auditor

Metrican Stamping Co
02.2020 - 07.2021

Assistant Manager

Advance Auto Parts
06.2005 - 01.2011

High Scool Diploma -

Family Christian Academy
Tara Porter