Taraji Montgomery
Columbia,SC
Summary
Detail-oriented Assistant Manager offers more than extensive progressive record of accomplishment in leadership roles. Establishes clear guidelines and enforces consistent policies to keep staff satisfied and on-target to achieve important objectives. Excellent relationship-building, multitasking, and decision-making skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2025
2025
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Assistant Manager
Desirable Diamonds LLC
West Columbia, South Carolina
06.2022 - Current
- Assisted in managing daily store operations and customer service interactions.
- Developed training materials for new staff and conducted onboarding sessions.
- Coordinated inventory management processes to ensure product availability.
- Oversaw cash handling procedures and ensured accurate financial reporting.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a positive work environment.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products and services.
- Resolved conflicts between team members in an effective manner.
Sewing Machine Operator
Sleep Number Corporation
Irmo, South Carolina
05.2025 - 10.2025
- Operated industrial sewing machines to assemble mattress covers efficiently.
- Maintained sewing machine performance through routine cleaning and adjustments.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure consistent product quality and standards.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.
- Assisted in training new operators on machine setup and operation procedures.
- Adjusted stitch settings based on fabric type to optimize production flow.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss workflow improvements and challenges.
- Threaded sewing machines and changed needles while maintaining optimal safety procedures to prevent accidents and delays.
- Followed safety procedures while operating machinery at all times.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace.
- Sorted fabrics into categories based on color, texture, weight. prior to cutting operations.
- Measured pieces and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste.
- Kept track of inventory of materials used in production process.
- Stayed up-to-date on new developments in the industry through reading trade publications or attending seminars and workshops.
Cashier
Walmart
West Columbia, South Carolina
03.2025 - 06.2025
- Processed customer transactions using point-of-sale systems efficiently.
- Provided excellent customer service by answering inquiries and resolving issues.
- Maintained clean and organized checkout areas for optimal customer experience.
- Managed cash drawer, ensuring accurate cash handling throughout shifts.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow during peak hours.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
- Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Answered customer questions and provided store information.
- Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
Boxer
Belk Distribution Center
Columbia, WI
12.2024 - 03.2025
- Operated boxing equipment to package merchandise efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely order fulfillment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the work area daily.
- Followed safety guidelines to minimize risks during packaging operations.
- Adjusted packaging materials based on product specifications and requirements.
- Maintained challenging training schedule in order to constantly improve abilities.
- Performed strength-building exercises such as weight lifting, calisthenics and plyometrics.
Education
Ridge View High School
Columbia, SCSkills
- Inventory management
- Customer service
- Cash handling
- Staff training
- Visual merchandising
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Product and service sales
- Retail operations
- Business development understanding
- Team leadership
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Sewing Machine Operator
Sleep Number Corporation
05.2025 - 10.2025
Cashier
Walmart
03.2025 - 06.2025
Boxer
Belk Distribution Center
12.2024 - 03.2025
Assistant Manager
Desirable Diamonds LLC
06.2022 - Current
Ridge View High School