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Thelena Earls

Wister,OK

Summary

To obtain employment that allows me to expand my knowledge and experience as I grow and learn towards my long-term career goal.

Work History

Production Worker

OK Foods
Fort Smith, Arkansas
  • Graded and packaged finished products, transporting items for additional processing, storage or shipment off-site
  • Reviewed production specifications to verify accurate weights and measurements prior to mixing ingredients
  • Located and picked merchandise weighing up to 15 pounds to fulfill daily customer quota
  • Recommended changes in methods or procedures used during the production process when necessary.
  • Documented non-conforming items found during inspections according to established guidelines.
  • Monitored production operations to identify potential problems with quality assurance.
  • Inspected incoming material for correct size, shape, color, or other characteristics as required by customer orders.
  • Assisted with developing policies and procedures related to quality assurance standards.
  • Performed visual inspections of products to ensure product quality.
  • Prepared reports summarizing findings from inspections and testing activities.
  • Developed standard operating procedures for quality control processes.
  • Maintained accurate records of test results, inspection data, and corrective actions taken when necessary.
  • Collaborated with other departments within the organization, including engineering, manufacturing, sales, in order to resolve any issues related to product quality.
  • Analyzed rejected materials and determined root cause of failure or defect.
  • Reported repeat issues to supervisors and diagnosed source.
  • Designed and followed detailed inspection schedules.
  • Sorted finished products into piles depending on quality statuses.

Laborer

Beckardt
Vanburen , Arkansas
  • Fed wire different gauge size to spindle for order. Ran staple machine for fence staples. Palletize,

Cashier Manager

SUBWAY®Restaurants
Fort Smith, Arkansas
  • Directed trash removal and sanitation procedures to keep aisles and register area organized.
  • Trained employees on cash drawer operations and customer service protocols to carry out assigned tasks.
  • Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining excellent customer service standards.
  • Reviewed employee time sheets for accuracy before submitting them for payroll processing.
  • Tracked company inventories, moved excess stock, and arranged products to improve sales.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
  • Increased likelihood of repeat business by building friendly relationships with customers.
  • Authorized discounts and special actions to resolve customer disputes and maintain satisfaction.

Cashier

Doug’s Also
Fort Smith, Arkansas
  • Processed credit card, cash, and check payments, ensuring all transactions were accurate.
  • Checked personal identifications during alcohol and tobacco sales.
  • Kept records of purchases; maintained orderly appearance of checkout area; restocked supplies as needed.
  • Greeted customers promptly and responded to questions.
  • Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
  • Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
  • Directed trash removal and sanitation procedures to keep aisles and register area organized.
  • Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.

Home Health Aide

Palco Home Health
Little Rock, AR
  • Provided patients and families with emotional support and instruction.
  • Documented patient status and reported changes in care needs.
  • Administered medications as instructed by physician or nurse practitioner.
  • Directed patients in prescribed exercises or in use of braces or artificial limbs.
  • Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
  • Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures.
  • Maintained updated records and safeguarded patient privacy in accordance with HIPAA.
  • Delivered high level of assistance with cooking, meal preparation and shopping.
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
  • Accompanied clients to doctors' offices and on other trips outside home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
  • Assisted in ambulation and exercise routines for clients.
  • Assisted clients with proper exercises and rehabilitation.
  • Transported clients to doctor appointments and social events.
  • Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
  • Transported individuals to medical appointments and assisted with errands.

Bandsaw Operator

Smurf Stone
Fort Smith, Arkansas
  • Studied blueprints, templates, sample parts and specifications as guide for sawing operations.
  • Troubleshot problems with machines such as jammed blades or misaligned parts.
  • Reviewed production specifications to properly set up and calibrate machinery.
  • Selected and installed saw blades according to established safety measures.
  • Stacked completed products on pallets ready for shipment.
  • Cleaned work area at the end of shift to ensure a safe working environment.
  • Positioned guides, stops, holding blocks and other fixtures to secure and direct workpiece.
  • Adhered to safety guidelines regarding equipment operation to reduce accident risk.
  • Maintained accurate records of production output and quality control standards.
  • Adjusted blade tension, speed, and other settings as needed for optimal performance.
  • Counted, sorted and stacked finished workpieces.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed when operating machines.

Production Worker

Hiram Walker & Sons
Fort Smith, Arkansas
  • Organized storage areas for efficient retrieval of items when needed.
  • Ensured proper labeling of completed products before shipping out.
  • Conducted routine maintenance checks on all machinery used in the production line.
  • Regulated machine flow specifications, speed, or temperature.
  • Loaded raw materials into machines and monitored levels throughout shift to avoid downtime due to lack of supplies.
  • Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
  • Participated in team meetings providing feedback on ways to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
  • Removed damaged or inferior materials to prepare products for packaging.
  • Supplied materials to feeding devices, spindles or hoppers and unloaded completed packaged products.
  • Inspected incoming bottles for damages or defects before loading them into the machine.
  • Cleaned work area regularly following established sanitation guidelines.
  • Monitored production line for jams, pile-ups or glue not adhering properly.
  • Cleaned, oiled and made valve or guide adjustments to machinery and equipment.
  • Operated automatic and manual bottling equipment to fill and package products.
  • Sorted, graded and weighed products, verifying and adjusting products to meet specifications.
  • Operated and tended product packaging machines.
  • Removed finished bottled products from conveyor belt at end of production run and placed them onto pallet for shipment.
  • Adjusted machine components and pressure to support product processing.
  • Organized warehouse shelves according to product type for easy retrieval during order fulfillment processes.
  • Cleared machine jams to reset malfunctions for production line.
  • Wrapped protective material around each product and packed items into cartons.

Manufacturing Production Associate

Harry G Barr
Fort Smith, Arkansas
  • Tested finished goods to ensure they met customer specifications prior to shipment.
  • Read measuring tapes to 32nd to avoid errors and minimize rework or materials loss.
  • Performed routine inspections to ensure product quality and adherence to specifications.
  • Followed safety protocols when handling hazardous materials like caulk, paint and solvents.
  • Applied sealants around the edges of windows to ensure proper insulation.
  • Maintained records of all activities related to window assembly process.
  • Drilled holes into walls to accommodate window frames.
  • Installed heat trace tape to tubing and controls and bent large tubing with power bender.
  • Fabricated and installed metal sashes and moldings for glass installation using aluminum or steel framing.
  • Retrieved correct materials from product inventory to perform various fabrication duties.
  • Assembled and installed window components, such as locks, handles, glazing beads and weather stripping.
  • Measured and marked cutting lines on materials and products.
  • Worked closely with other team members in order to meet tight deadlines.
  • Utilized power tools, such as drills and saws, to cut openings for windows.
  • Assembled complex components after careful review of project specifications and directions.
  • Cut glass to size using a hand-held cutter or an automated cutting machine.
  • Assisted with loading and unloading supplies from delivery trucks.
  • Cleaned work areas regularly after completing projects.
  • Caulked joints between windowsills and wall surfaces to prevent air leakage.

Production Worker

Moll plastics
Fort Smith, AR
  • Organized storage areas for efficient retrieval of items when needed.
  • Ensured proper labeling of completed products before shipping out.
  • Conducted routine maintenance checks on all machinery used in the production line.
  • Assisted in setting up production lines for manufacturing processes.
  • Trimmed excess material and reduced waste with precise measurements and execution.
  • Stacked completed parts onto pallets for storage or shipment.
  • Inspected finished products for defects and conformity to specifications.
  • Recorded data related to production activities in an accurate manner.
  • Reported any abnormalities or malfunctions of equipment promptly to supervisor.
  • Cleaned molds between production cycles using appropriate cleaning solutions.
  • Assembled patterns and foundry flasks, reinforcing core boxes with glue, clamps, and bolts.
  • Organized inventory of raw materials and supplies used in the injection molding process.
  • Inspected finished products for quality assurance purposes.
  • Removed molded parts from molds using hand tools or automated equipment.
  • Performed minor repairs on molds as needed.

Education

Cosmetology Nail Certificate -

Regency Beauty Institute
Topeka, KS
05.2011

High School Diploma -

Central High
Salina, Kansas
05.1991

Some College (No Degree) - Business Account/Excell

Autry Votec
Enid, OK

Skills

  • Computer proficiency
  • Routine Oriented
  • Organizational Skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Safety Procedures
  • Quality Assurance
  • Willingness to learn
  • Collaboration
  • Production procedures
  • Basic math
  • Efficient communication
  • Deadline compliance
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem identification
  • Logical reasoning

Timeline

Production Worker

OK Foods

Laborer

Beckardt

Cashier Manager

SUBWAY®Restaurants

Cashier

Doug’s Also

Home Health Aide

Palco Home Health

Bandsaw Operator

Smurf Stone

Production Worker

Hiram Walker & Sons

Manufacturing Production Associate

Harry G Barr

Production Worker

Moll plastics

Cosmetology Nail Certificate -

Regency Beauty Institute

High School Diploma -

Central High

Some College (No Degree) - Business Account/Excell

Autry Votec
Thelena Earls