• Identified deficiencies in existing operating procedure and minimized off-quality carpet by developing a more effective procedure that resulted in increased system reliability• Trained and audited 60 associates across 3 shifts on new procedure implementation • Responded to associate’s complaints by developing an ergonomic extension to blowback guns to ease the strain of reach related issues on the new creel layout• Modified auxiliary yarn system on tufting machines to improve the effectiveness of the pneumatic tufting gun and eliminate unsafe practices• Implemented a system on the new creel layout to allow easier storage and access for end caps, resulting in a more organized workspace

• Provided technical support to the utility team to implement a solution to improve the efficiency and ergonomics of material movement in the event of automation systems failure• Worked alongside maintenance personnel to internally fabricate a cart containing automatic rollers for the safe and efficient transport of 900 pound loads of yarn• Collaborated with manufacturing staff to design and install low-cost storage holsters for thirty-six cordless hot knives to improve both safety and area organization on the operating floor• Engaged with all affected parties to redesign the open-top dumpster area to be environmentally compliant without impacting the current waste disposal method• Detected an issue with the current storage method causing damage to quench screens and modified the storage rack to reduce the frequency of costly repairs

Self-made yard care service where I:- Advertised my services through social media and face-to-face contact to gain a consistent customer base- Gained experience establishing a small business including scheduling, sales, and financial components- Estimated and communicated a fair bid for each job to remain competitive and profitable- Manicured customers’ lawns and executed any specific task they required to keep a healthy reputation in order to maintain current customers and gain new ones

• Relied upon to ensure the exterior of homes were presentable before showings• Handled the maintenance and accuracy of up to 10 for sale signs at a time• Collaborated with home owner and realtor to discuss and execute the best plan for the home’s exterior presentation

- Streamlined the distribution of approximately 75 carts to balance the workload among them and assure all administered carts were properly charged- Led teams of up to 6 who were accountable for the course’s proper set-up according to specific guidelines given for a variety of important tournaments- Enhanced interpersonal skills by conversing with members to meet their needs and give them a feel of community within the club- Trained 3 new employees on professionalism within the club and the specific job operations while offering constructive feedback