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Katria Powell-Wilson

Carrollton

Summary

Talented Machine Operator with 6 years of experience and expertise creating the necessary components. Efficiently completes assignments and supports production requirements. Flexible in applying technical knowledge to meet diverse maintenance needs.

Responsible and motivated individual ready to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills.

Experienced with classroom instruction, student engagement, and curriculum implementation. Utilizes effective teaching strategies to maintain conducive learning environment. Strong understanding of classroom management and adaptability.

Educational professional prepared to bring expertise to new role. Provided engaging and structured learning experiences, ensuring smooth transition for students. Emphasizes collaboration and flexibility to meet varying classroom needs. Known for effective communication and classroom management.

Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Substitute Teacher

Kelly Services
03.2025 - Current
  • Developed engaging lesson plans to accommodate diverse learning styles and promote student participation.
  • Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive and productive learning environment.
  • Adapted quickly to new classroom settings, ensuring continuity of education during teacher absences.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.

Paraprofessional Educator

ESS
07.2024 - Current
  • Supported classroom instruction by implementing individualized education plans for diverse learners.
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop engaging educational materials and activities.
  • Facilitated small group tutoring sessions to enhance student comprehension and retention.
  • Monitored student progress, documenting behaviors and academic performance for teacher review.
  • Assisted in maintaining a positive learning environment through effective classroom management techniques.
  • Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
  • Prepared instructional materials for classroom use, ensuring timely delivery of relevant resources for each lesson.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.

Flow Inventory Associate

CarMax
05.2025 - 07.2025
  • Managed inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability and minimize shortages.
  • Conducted regular audits to verify accuracy of inventory records and identify discrepancies.
  • Implemented process improvements to enhance efficiency in order fulfillment and stock management.
  • Trained new associates on inventory procedures, safety protocols, and system usage.
  • Utilized inventory management software to track product movements and generate reports.
  • Completed physical inventory counts each month.

Director of Operations

Parents Partner Childcare Learning Center
12.2022 - 05.2024
  • Managed day-to-day operations of a large staff in multiple departments.
  • Created policies and procedures for improved workflow processes.
  • Identified areas where process improvements could be made resulting in increased productivity.
  • Conducted performance reviews for direct reports and provided feedback for improvement opportunities.
  • Set goals and expectations for direct reports using performance review process, holding staff accountable.
  • Communicated clear and consistent messages regarding departmental goals to produce desired results.
  • Maintained budgeting documents for accurate tracking of expenses.
  • Implemented systems for monitoring employee attendance, scheduling, payroll.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.

Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom

Little Tigers Academy
10.2023 - 12.2023
  • Demonstrated leadership skills by mentoring new staff members on policies and procedures associated with working in a preschool setting.
  • Provided support for families facing difficult circumstances such as poverty or homelessness.
  • Implemented positive reinforcement techniques to help foster self-esteem in young learners.
  • Developed lesson plans and activities based on individual needs of each student.
  • Assisted in developing appropriate expectations for classroom behavior, including setting limits when necessary.
  • Provided guidance and instruction to students in accordance with curriculum objectives.
  • Engaged students in meaningful conversations about their interests and daily activities.
  • Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times within the classroom environment.

Team Leader

OFS Fitel LLC
06.2022 - 08.2023
  • Maintained a positive work environment that promoted collaboration between team members.
  • Offered training and support to keep team members motivated and working toward objectives.
  • Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and free of safety hazards to maximize efficiency.
  • Motivated and empowered team members to build customer satisfaction and loyalty to support retention and growth.
  • Participated in regular meetings with senior leadership to provide updates on team progress.
  • Monitored daily workflow to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
  • Established clear expectations for employees, providing guidance when needed.
  • Provided coaching and feedback on employee performance, encouraging
  • Promoted to leadership position in recognition of strong work ethic and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations in the workplace.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure alignment of goals across teams.
  • Conferred with other supervisors to coordinate operations and activities within or between departments.
  • Analyzed data from various sources to identify areas of improvement in the department's operations.

Machine Operator

OFS Fitel LLC
03.2020 - 06.2022
  • Maximized productivity by keeping detailed production records and identifying hold-ups.
  • Ran heavy duty lathes, boring machines, mills, planers and grinders to craft products.
  • Updated daily production logs with timely and accurate information, regularly informing management of special incidents or non-conformance issues.
  • Set up and operated various machine tools and jigs to produce precision parts, maintaining awareness of approximate job completion times.
  • Maintained equipment performance by completing routine maintenance actions such as lubricating and cleaning components.
  • Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for OFS needs.
  • Tended operating machinery to identify equipment malfunctions and locate sources of product defects.
  • Maintained machines within work area, complying with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Followed technical documentation, including tooling instructions and product specifications to determine and implement operational sequences.
  • Assessed equipment after each production run, performing preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.

Crew Member

Mcdonalds
12.2019 - 04.2020
  • Collaborated with team members to complete orders.
  • Prepared and cooked food orders for customers by noting customizations and portion sizes.
  • Maintained clean, sanitized and well-organized food preparation zones.
  • Distributed food to wait staff quickly during busy peak periods to drive customer satisfaction.
  • Prepared and expedited food orders to support waitstaff and other team members.
  • Replenished condiments, beverages and supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas.
  • Prepared recipe ingredients by washing, peeling, cutting and measuring.
  • Wiped counters and sanitized equipment to maintain clean food prep and dining areas.
  • Checked completed orders for accuracy and bagged meals for easy carrying.
  • Cooked batches of food according to standard recipes.
  • Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues.

Assembly Team Leader

Honda Lock Of America
03.2019 - 12.2019
  • Created labels and packaging using label making software and label machines.
  • Checked all production goods and reported any deficiencies.
  • Trained assemblers and provided adequate knowledge about operating processes.
  • Reported machine and equipment malfunctions.
  • Worked directly with QA personnel to identify and correct defects.
  • Filed all documentation correctly and efficiently.
  • Supervised workers and coordinated daily work activities.
  • Cultivated productive and safe atmosphere while supervising employees working with heavy machinery equipment.
  • Operated all machinery safely to reduce workplace accidents.
  • Distributed individual assignments to team members and monitored progress against production timetables.
  • Handled troubleshooting tasks and used methods to immediately rectify assembly line issues.
  • Trained new employees and promoted supportive, performance-oriented atmosphere by, instructing each in use of machinery, standard operating procedures and company policies.
  • Analyzed blueprints and work orders to understand specifications and complete accurate assembly of Honda products.

Assembly Line Leader

Honda Lock Of America
11.2016 - 03.2019
  • Removed rough spots to enhance parts alignment and improve finishes.
  • Kept work areas clean by removing trash and debris and organizing all tools in preparation for next shift.
  • Prevented equipment jams or wasted materials by setting and verifying accurate parts clearances.
  • Analyzed project specifications and other instructions prior to job start to ascertain all tasks and determine completion dates.
  • Boxed, labeled and transported items to support assembly operations.
  • Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs quickly, accurately and with zero errors.
  • Assisted quality assurance by visually inspecting items and removing defective parts.
  • Worked closely with others in team-oriented settings to maintain line productivity.
  • Inspected and tested components, assemblies and power tools for proper functionality.
  • Used basic mathematical abilities to calculate materials, hourly rates and other relevant details.

Warehouse Production Associate

Honda Lock Of America
06.2014 - 10.2016
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics for work to be performed.
  • Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools such as screwdrivers/drills.
  • Put hazardous materials in properly marked containers to avoid injuries or contamination.
  • Kept work areas clean by removing trash and debris and organizing all tools in preparation for next shift.
  • Worked closely with others in team-oriented settings to maintain line productivity.
  • Kept work area clean, neat and organized to prevent accidents, mishaps and misplaced tools.

Education

High School Diploma -

Temple High School
4 2014

Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Care And Education

West Georgia Technical College
Carrollton, GA

Some College (No Degree) -

West Georgia Technical College

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Safety and compliance
  • Operations support
  • Equipment monitoring
  • Assembly and Production
  • Machine Operation
  • Strategic Planning
  • Process Improvements
  • Strategic planning and execution
  • Capital Spending
  • Leadership training
  • Operations Oversight
  • Performance Analysis
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Business Management
  • Inventory Management
  • Employee Development
  • Professional Demeanor
  • Records Organization and Management
  • Decision-Making
  • Staff Scheduling
  • Active Listening
  • Organizational Skills
  • Hiring and Onboarding

Certification

Georgia Clearance Certificate

Georgia Paraprofessional Certificate

Timeline

Flow Inventory Associate

CarMax
05.2025 - 07.2025

Substitute Teacher

Kelly Services
03.2025 - Current

Paraprofessional Educator

ESS
07.2024 - Current

Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom

Little Tigers Academy
10.2023 - 12.2023

Director of Operations

Parents Partner Childcare Learning Center
12.2022 - 05.2024

Team Leader

OFS Fitel LLC
06.2022 - 08.2023

Machine Operator

OFS Fitel LLC
03.2020 - 06.2022

Crew Member

Mcdonalds
12.2019 - 04.2020

Assembly Team Leader

Honda Lock Of America
03.2019 - 12.2019

Assembly Line Leader

Honda Lock Of America
11.2016 - 03.2019

Warehouse Production Associate

Honda Lock Of America
06.2014 - 10.2016

Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Care And Education

West Georgia Technical College

Some College (No Degree) -

West Georgia Technical College

High School Diploma -

Temple High School
Katria Powell-Wilson