Barbara Staton
Elkhart
Summary
Detail-oriented Industrial Sewing Machine Operator with a strong focus on delivering high-quality products. Proficient in pattern making and cutting, contributing to streamlined production processes. Actively engaged in research and development initiatives, fostering innovative solutions that enhance product quality. Aiming to leverage expertise to further improve operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Sewing Machine Operator
Paul's Seating
Elkhart
09.2018 - Current
- Folded or stretched edges or lengths of items while sewing to facilitate forming specified sections.
- Operated single needle and multi-needle industrial sewing machines to assemble apparel components.
- Customized standardized pieces to meet individual customer demands.
- Provided guidance and instruction to other team members in the use of equipment and processes.
- Adjusted tension on threads, needles, bobbins, stitch length, feed dogs. as needed.
- Ensured that all garments were sewn together properly using correct stitches and techniques.
- Threaded sewing machines and changed needles while maintaining optimal safety procedures to prevent accidents and delays.
- Assisted with pattern making and marking of garments according to specifications.
- Collaborated closely with designers throughout the entire development process from concept through completion.
- Inspected finished products for defects in stitching or material quality.
- Checked precision of completed products against work order specifications to identify and correct problems early in each run.
Nurse Aide
Generations of Middlesboro
Middlesboro
02.2015 - 09.2018
- Monitored patient's condition and reported any changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Responded quickly to emergencies and followed proper safety protocols at all times.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Served snacks and beverages per instructions from nursing staff.
- Maintained patient confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines at all times.
- Comforted patients and provided reassurance and encouragement.
- Observed residents' behavior closely to detect any changes in mood or physical condition that require further medical attention.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Maintained a clean environment by disinfecting equipment, emptying trash containers, cleaning surfaces, changing linens.
Assistant Manager
Arby's
Middleboro
04.2008 - 11.2014
- Developed and implemented customer service standards for staff to follow.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Maintained accurate financial records, such as sales receipts and invoices.
- Complied with health, sanitation and liquor regulations by clearly communicating and reinforcing standards and procedures to employees.
- Enforced sanitary practices for food handling, general cleanliness and maintenance of dining and kitchen areas.
- Scheduled shifts for staff members based on weekly forecasts.
- Managed team of 10-15 employees in fast-paced environment.
- Regularly inspected restaurant premises to ensure cleanliness standards were met.
- Trained front-of-house staff on restaurant policies and procedures, guest service techniques and communication skills to promote positive experiences.
- Directed and coordinated restaurant activities to obtain optimum customer service and strong employee development.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Accounting And Finance
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, INSkills
- Industrial sewing
- Sewing machine operation
- Pattern making
- Stitch quality inspection
- Customization techniques
- Safety procedures
Affiliations
Hobbies include furniture restoration, spending time in the woods, training my German shepherd, and spending time with my family
Timeline
Industrial Sewing Machine Operator
Paul's Seating
09.2018 - Current
Nurse Aide
Generations of Middlesboro
02.2015 - 09.2018
Assistant Manager
Arby's
04.2008 - 11.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Accounting And Finance
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
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