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LISA TAYLOR

Dalton

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Control Technician

Mohawk
12.2019 - Current
  • Performs weight checks, measures carpet, stitch rates and pile heights.
  • Accurately checks for any inconsistencies or off quality of the carpet.
  • Knowledgeable of company's products, styles, and goals.
  • Knowledgeable of the operations of the AS400 system.
  • Checks quality at each machine routinely while making rounds in the department.
  • Maintains organized records of past and current production.
  • Very knowledgeable of companies styles and patterns.
  • Proficient in Infinity QS data entry, to company specs and tolerances.
  • Works diligently to find out the cause of any problems that may arise with carpet.
  • Has a broad understanding of what the customer may expect from the company's product.
  • Able to advise quality issues to supervisor or machine operators in a timely fashion.
  • Communicates excellently with other members of management.
  • Assist other employees with various job duties when necessary.

Tufting Machine Operator

Mohawk
08.2018 - 12.2019
  • Operate multiple tufting machines simultaneously to produce carpets, rugs, and other textile products.
  • Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of tufting machines and equipment.
  • Train new employees in the use of tufting machines and related equipment.
  • Maintain accurate records of production data such as quantity produced, downtime.
  • Perform quality checks throughout production process to ensure accuracy of products.
  • Ensure that materials are available before beginning a project so that there is no delay in production.
  • Follow safety protocols while operating machinery to prevent injuries or accidents.
  • Develop strategies for improving efficiency in the production process.
  • Inspected products to maintain compliance with specifications and determine need for machine adjustment.

Tufting Machine Operator

Beaulieu Group LLC
01.2010 - 07.2018
  • Operate multiple tufting machines simultaneously to produce carpets, rugs, and other textile products.
  • Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of tufting machines and equipment.
  • Train new employees in the use of tufting machines and related equipment.
  • Maintain accurate records of production data such as quantity produced, downtime.
  • Perform quality checks throughout production process to ensure accuracy of products.
  • Ensure that materials are available before beginning a project so that there is no delay in production.
  • Follow safety protocols while operating machinery to prevent injuries or accidents.
  • Develop strategies for improving efficiency in the production process.
  • Inspected products to maintain compliance with specifications and determine need for machine adjustment.

Supervisor

Regency Park Health and Rehabilitation
01.2008 - 01.2010
  • In absence of supervisor performed their duties.
  • Over seeing that other employees performed their daily duties.
  • Attended morning meetings to advise of upcoming events and strategies for that day.

House Keeping

Regency Park Health and Rehabilitation
01.2007 - 01.2010
  • Kept work areas neat and organized at all times while adhering to safety regulations.
  • Removed trash from all offices on a daily basis.
  • Assisted with any special requests related to housekeeping services.
  • Followed specific cleaning instructions provided by supervisors.
  • Reported maintenance issues to the supervisor immediately.
  • Checked all assigned areas thoroughly for cleanliness prior to leaving them.
  • Dusted furniture, fixtures and other surfaces.
  • Complied with safety rules set forth by management during daily operations.
  • Completed regular and thorough cleaning of equipment, floors, and furniture.

Tufting Machine Operator

Shaw Industries
01.1993 - 01.1998
  • Operate multiple tufting machines simultaneously to produce carpets, rugs, and other textile products.
  • Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of tufting machines and equipment.
  • Train new employees in the use of tufting machines and related equipment.
  • Maintain accurate records of production data such as quantity produced, downtime.
  • Perform quality checks throughout production process to ensure accuracy of products.
  • Ensure that materials are available before beginning a project so that there is no delay in production.
  • Follow safety protocols while operating machinery to prevent injuries or accidents.
  • Develop strategies for improving efficiency in the production process.
  • Inspected products to maintain compliance with specifications and determine need for machine adjustment.

Creeler

Shaw Industries
01.1993 - 01.1993
  • Adhered strictly to company policies regarding production standards, quality control measures, waste management.
  • Reported any defective parts or malfunctioning equipment immediately to supervisor.
  • Maintained a clean and safe work area to avoid contamination of the product.
  • Lifted bundles weighing up to [Number] pounds throughout each shift.
  • Provided assistance to other workers in setting up machines or performing tasks related to creeling operations.
  • Notified supervisor of any defects or inconsistencies in the yarn.
  • Checked creel for loose yarns and removed them carefully.
  • Inspected the yarn for quality assurance purposes.
  • Ran additional machines such as tufter to meet production needs.
  • Readied additional creels to make speedy switches.
  • Checked creels and parts to verify yarn placement and free movement.
  • Cleaned creel between batches to prevent cross-contamination of colors.
  • Performed regular maintenance on equipment such as lubricating parts, replacing worn components.
  • Cleaned and organized work areas and maintained tools and equipment.
  • Followed workplace safety guidelines by wearing protective clothing and correctly operating heavy machinery.
  • Cleaned tools, work surfaces and storage areas to achieve proper sanitary conditions.
  • Promoted worksite safety by adhering to OSHA requirements and resolving hazards.

Education

High School Diploma -

Southeast Whitfield County High School
Dalton, GA

Skills

  • Inspections and Reviews
  • Visual Inspection
  • Software Applications
  • Workplace Safety
  • Data Interpretation
  • Technical Knowledge
  • Measurement Tools
  • Product Inspection
  • Works well with others
  • Enjoys helping others with knowledge of the task at hand
  • Communicates easily with others
  • Has a broad understanding of safety procedures

Timeline

Quality Control Technician

Mohawk
12.2019 - Current

Tufting Machine Operator

Mohawk
08.2018 - 12.2019

Tufting Machine Operator

Beaulieu Group LLC
01.2010 - 07.2018

Supervisor

Regency Park Health and Rehabilitation
01.2008 - 01.2010

House Keeping

Regency Park Health and Rehabilitation
01.2007 - 01.2010

Tufting Machine Operator

Shaw Industries
01.1993 - 01.1998

Creeler

Shaw Industries
01.1993 - 01.1993

High School Diploma -

Southeast Whitfield County High School
LISA TAYLOR