Kateesha Sims
Columbia
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in manufacturing and warehouse operations, notably with Sterilite. Excelled in equipment monitoring and preventive maintenance, significantly enhancing production efficiency. Proven mentorship abilities, improving junior staff's adherence to quality standards. Skilled in materials replenishment and activity logging, demonstrating a strong blend of technical acumen and team leadership.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Machine Operator
Sterilite
01.2021 - 02.2025
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
- Trained and mentored junior inspection staff and interns to apply best practices and comply with quality control guidelines and regulations.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
- Checked color, shape, texture and grade of products and materials against established templates, charts, and samples.
Picker Packer
Walmart
03.2016 - 12.2020
- Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
- Took on extra hours and shifts during busy periods to meet tight shipping deadlines.
- Printed labels, packaged boxes, and loaded into outbound containers.
- Compiled reports of cost factors such as labor, production and equipment.
- Received new stock and input values into computer system.
Warehouse Packer
D&W Fine Pack
01.2010 - 03.2016
- Added packed boxes to conveyor belts for movement to shipping stations.
- Packed, weighed and shipped items per customer specifications.
- Organized items on racks, shelves and bins to maintain established order.
- Reviewed orders to verify products met specifications.
- Loaded merchandise into specific packages suited for product dimensions.
- Learned and followed warehouse safety protocols to prevent injuries and accidents.
- Stocked and organized products in warehouse for easy accessibility and order fulfillment.
Grader
Kraft Heinz
09.2006 - 01.2010
- Graded raw materials based on checklist of quality standards.
- Documented products checked, grades assigned and rejected items in master logs.
- Analyzed raw foods to determine suitability for human and animal consumption.
- Evaluated [Type] products to check conformance with food safety standards.
- Complied with company policies and OSHA regulations to maintain safe working conditions.
Fast Food Worker
McDonald's
09.2004 - 09.2006
- Performed food preparation responsibilities to meet franchise standards for quantities, speed, and packaging.
- Restocked workstations with supplies and food display cases with fresh selections to decrease customer waiting during busy periods.
- Wiped counters and sanitized equipment to maintain clean food prep and dining areas.
- Greeted customers promptly and took orders to keep flow of traffic moving.
Education
No Degree - Business
Midlands Technical College
West Columbia, SC01-2027
GED -
Adult Ed.
Laurens, SC11-2021
Skills
- Equipment monitoring
- Preventive maintenance and equipment repair
- Materials replenishment
- Activity logging and reporting
Timeline
Production Machine Operator
Sterilite
01.2021 - 02.2025
Picker Packer
Walmart
03.2016 - 12.2020
Warehouse Packer
D&W Fine Pack
01.2010 - 03.2016
Grader
Kraft Heinz
09.2006 - 01.2010
Fast Food Worker
McDonald's
09.2004 - 09.2006
No Degree - Business
Midlands Technical College
GED -
Adult Ed.
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