VERDIA MAYS
Pine Bluff,Arkansas
Summary
Resourceful, energetic, competent, multi-task and results oriented Ability to meet and exceed performance goals Great hand-to-eye coordination and ability to work accurately under time constraints Works well both independently and in a team setting Exercise clear, concise communication skills in conjunction with organizational skills to perform daily duties
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Control Room Operator
Highland Pellets
Pine Bluff, Arkansas
07.2025 - Current
- Monitor and control real-time plant functions using HMI/SCADA and dataPARC systems.
- Respond to alarms, balance system loads, and drive operational stability.
- Master control interfaces for chip feed, dryers, furnaces, and spark detection.
- Manage plant functions during real-time production scenarios.
- Troubleshooting and data insight to improve efficiency and reduce variability.
Coil Winder
Ermco
Little Rock, Arkansas
07.2017 - 07.2020
- Operate and tend wire-coil machine
- Observe gauges and machines to remove complete components using specified hand tools
- Repair and maintain electrical components and machinery parts
- Record production and operational data on specified forms
- Examine and test wire electrical components are required using company specified measuring devices
6A Painter
Central Maloney
Pine Bluff, Arkansas
02.2015 - 07.2017
- Set-up and operated equipment to coat transformer units with powder based paint
- Inspected coated units and tested for coating thickness
- Identified and resolved quality issues
- Ensured powder coat spray guns and paint booth were cleaned at the end of the shift
- Followed all safety guidelines, including proper machine guarding and lockout/tag out procedures
Education
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Technology Management & Applied Engineering
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
Pine Bluff, Arkansas05-2026
Associate of Applied Science - General Technology
Southeast Arkansas College
05-2022
Skills
- Skills: Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- AutoCAD
- Lean Manufacturing
- Courses: Engineering Graphics
- Industrial Safety Management
- Principles of Technology
- Blueprint Reading/Measurements
- Ac-Dc Fundamentals
- Electronic & Digital Devices
- Basic Welding
- Mig Welding
- Electronics for A/C Refrigeration
- Arc Welding
- Tig Welding
- Industrial Motor Controls
- Fluid Power
- Electro-Mechanical Device Systems
- Programming Logic Controllers I & II
- Introduction to Logistics
- Instrumentation & Controls I
- Wiring Principles & Codes
- Commercial & Industries Wiring
- Troubleshooting Electromechanical Systems
- Quality Control
- Est Scheduling
- Robotics
- Supply Chain Inventory Management
ACTIVITIES AND HONORS
Honors: Recipient, Academic All-Star Transfer Scholarship (Two years)
Affiliations
- Activities: Member, Student Ambassadors-Southeast Arkansas College (2021-2022)
- Member, National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) (2023-Present
- National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) 2021-Present
- SME 2025-Present
Timeline
Control Room Operator
Highland Pellets
07.2025 - Current
Coil Winder
Ermco
07.2017 - 07.2020
6A Painter
Central Maloney
02.2015 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Technology Management & Applied Engineering
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
Associate of Applied Science - General Technology
Southeast Arkansas College