Teresa Parnell
Radford,VA
Summary
Dynamic material handler with proven expertise at Volvo Trucks, excelling in inventory management and equipment safety. Recognized for optimizing efficiency and enhancing team collaboration, I consistently ensured timely delivery of components while maintaining a safe work environment. Skilled in forklift operation and committed to achieving operational excellence.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Marerial Handler
Volvo Trucks
Dublin, Va
06.2024 - 04.2025
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport materials efficiently within warehouse.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks, ensuring timely delivery of components to assembly lines.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using warehouse management systems.
- Assisted in organizing storage areas for optimal space utilization and safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline material flow and reduce downtime.
- Conducted regular equipment inspections, reporting maintenance needs promptly.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Implemented best practices in material handling, contributing to improved workplace efficiency.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
- Performed cycle counts and inventory control to accurately track product levels.
- Unloaded incoming shipments to verify accuracy of deliveries and check possible damages.
- Managed inventory levels with precision, performing regular audits and adjusting as necessary.
- Supported production line with timely material supply, keeping operations running without interruptions.
Coating Line Inspector
Wolverine Advanced Materials LLC
08.2024 - 03.2025
- Inspected raw materials for quality compliance and adherence to specifications.
- Monitored production processes to identify and resolve inconsistencies in output.
- Conducted detailed visual inspections of finished products ensuring defect-free delivery.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance operational efficiency and reduce waste.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate records of inspection results and non-conformities.
- Utilized inspection tools such as calipers and gauges for precise measurements.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced overall product quality and reliability.
- Trained new staff on quality standards and inspection protocols to ensure consistency.
- Enhanced communication between departments by providing detailed inspection reports to supervisors and team leads for corrective action.
Lead/ Machien Operator
Phoenix Packaging Inc.
Dublin Va
09.2017 - 01.2023
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Identified issues, analyzed information, and provided solutions to problems.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies, and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Goal-oriented professional with proven success in applying analytical skills to solve complex problems and overcome challenges. Dedicated to enhancing team performance and driving business success.
- Collaborated with engineering team to optimize production processes and reduce waste.
- Operated CNC machinery to produce high-quality packaging components.
- Conducted routine maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
- Implemented quality control measures to enhance product consistency and reliability.
- Oversaw workflow for multiple projects, ensuring timely completion within specifications.
Education
High School Diploma - Basic
Pulaski Co High School
Dublin, VA06-1992
Skills
- Material handling
- Loading and unloading
- Order picking
- Positive attitude
- Package handling
- Warehouse operations
- Shipping and receiving
- Attention to detail
- Materials handling and transport
- Equipment safety
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Forklift operation
- Warehouse safety
- Pallet jack operation
- Material packaging
- Warehouse organization
- Material identification
- Assembly and production
- Pick ticket orders
- Inventory management
- Materials management
- Good housekeeping
- Pulling and staging
- Manufacturing
- Paperwork completion
- Load verification
- OSHA compliance
- PPE policy adherence
- Optimizing efficiency
- Equipment inspections
Timeline
Coating Line Inspector
Wolverine Advanced Materials LLC
08.2024 - 03.2025
Marerial Handler
Volvo Trucks
06.2024 - 04.2025
Lead/ Machien Operator
Phoenix Packaging Inc.
09.2017 - 01.2023
High School Diploma - Basic
Pulaski Co High School