Thomas Sparks
Lebanon,VA
Summary
Authorized to work in the US for any employer.
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Reliable Assembly Line Technician driven to achieve maximum productivity and quality in collaborative environment. Highly-motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Enthusiastic previous Restaurant Manager with 2 years of success delivering quality dining experiences. Strong leader highly skilled at managing staff and resolving issues related to inventory, kitchen slow-downs and customer satisfaction.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Technician
Moog
Radford, VA
10.2023 - Current
- Performed quality control checks on products to ensure compliance with standards.
- Adjusted machine settings to complete tasks accurately according to specifications.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment by adhering to all safety regulations.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics and manuals in order to complete the job required for the day.
- Followed detailed instructions from supervisors regarding product specifications and quality standards.
- Completed the assembly of products, ensuring quality standards were met.
Production Technician
Cardinal Glass CG
Abingdon, VA
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Set up and operated production equipment according to daily work orders and safety procedures and assisted with testing for quality control and corrections.
- Documented production logs by entering data into computer system, tagged and stored product inventory in correct areas and locations.
- Constantly adapting into a extreme heat work environment.
- Reported and documented unsafe conditions and faulty equipment and inspected machinery and equipment to quickly diagnose malfunctions.
- Monitored and controlled processes with visual observation, process data and online testing, stayed up-to-date with successful methods of production and equipment maintenance procedures.
- Safely operated forklift to transport materials around facility as well as hand trucks, or other equipment to load, unload, transport racks of fragile glass.
- Collected hazardous or non-hazardous waste in correctly labeled containers to transfer to collection areas.
- Trained new employees on company and safety standards, providing assistance and remediation with issues.
- Implemented programs to address production, materials or safety problems and reviewed and followed pick sheets to prepare, pack and scan orders.
- Prepared accurate shipping orders and bills of lading to direct and route materials.
- Organized storage areas to maximize movement and minimize labor.
Assembly Line Worker
Istobal
Bristol, VA
10.2021 - 05.2022
- This position was a strenuous position with the necessity of having the strength and stamina for every-shift
- This includes standing for long periods of time as well as lifting 100-200 pounds at any time
- This was a fast-paced setting, knowing how to resolve issues in a quick and timely manner was of high importance.
- Contributed to team-based environment to maintain line productivity and meet expected deadlines.
- Built and packaged products to comply with multiple work orders and deadlines.
- Collaborated with team members to complete demanding projects under tight deadlines.
- Operated machinery, forklifts and other heavy equipment.
Assembly Line Worker
QEP
Johnson City, TN
11.2020 - 03.2021
- In the workplace it was a very fast paced setting and a quick mind as well as quick hands was a necessity
- Mental as well as physical stamina was something that was a crucial part in this workplace.
- Recognized defective material and reported issues to management.
- Assembled components by examining connections for correct fit, fastening parts and subassemblies.
- Boxed, labeled and moved items to keep production lines moving swiftly.
- Placed products in equipment or on work surfaces for further processing, inspecting or wrapping.
- Prepared products for quality tests and packaging by closely following directions.
- Packaged finished products and prepared boxes, containers and pallets for shipment to distribution centers.
McDonalds Manager
McDonald's
Johnson City, TN
07.2017 - 03.2019
- In this workplace I was a Kitchen Department Manager
- Coached team members on food safety and sanitation processes, customer service, menu education and up-selling techniques to drive revenue.
- Maintained safe working and guest environment to reduce risk of injury and accidents.
- Counseled and disciplined staff to address issues promptly and provide constructive feedback.
- Reconciled daily transactions, balanced cash registers and deposited restaurant's earnings at bank.
- I was responsible for creating a detailed schedule for all crew members as well as keeping a comprehensive inventory list of all items throughout the establishment.
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Trained workers in food preparation, money handling and cleaning roles to facilitate restaurant operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tennessee School For The Deaf
Knoxville, TN05.2017
Skills
- Forklift Operation
- Manufacturing
- Packaging
- Kitchen management
- Assembly Line
- Food Preparation
- Cleaning Experience
- Pricing
- Material Handling
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Loading and Unloading
- Time Management
- Equipment Repair and Maintenance
- Performance Assessment
- Dependable and Responsible
Affiliations
- Swim Team
- Robotics
- Track (Shotput and throwing discs)
- Science,Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (S.T.E.M) Award
Academic Bowl, there was only 4 available spots for the state competition, out of 200 participants and I was one of the chosen 4.
Languages
Woodworking Hobby
- Custom woodworker that is very passionate about the products created.
- Creator of custom cabinetry, furniture making, and wood carving.
- Furniture assembly
- Hand Crafted, Custom Designs
- Restoration of Wood furniture
- Flips Furniture
- My specialty with my woodworking is to create cutting boards
Timeline
Production Technician
Moog
10.2023 - Current
Production Technician
Cardinal Glass CG
07.2022 - 08.2023
Assembly Line Worker
Istobal
10.2021 - 05.2022
Assembly Line Worker
QEP
11.2020 - 03.2021
McDonalds Manager
McDonald's
07.2017 - 03.2019
High School Diploma -
Tennessee School For The Deaf
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