Tawanda Turman
Dearing
Summary
Efficient Packer Operator known for high productivity and ability to complete tasks swiftly. Skilled in inventory management, machinery operation, and quality control, ensuring smooth and efficient packaging processes. Possess strong organizational skills, time management, and teamwork abilities, excelling in fast-paced environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Packer Operator
Amazon
Appling
04.2026 - Current
- Operated packing machinery to prepare items for shipment efficiently.
- Inspected products for quality and ensured packaging met company standards.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a smooth workflow in the packing area.
Machine Operator
Snelling Personnel
Evans
06.2024 - 09.2025
- Operated machinery to support production processes and maintain workflow efficiency.
- Monitored equipment performance to ensure optimal functionality and safety standards.
- Conducted routine maintenance on machines to prevent downtime and extend lifespan.
- Assisted team members in troubleshooting mechanical issues to minimize disruptions.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure working environment for all staff.
- Loaded and unloaded materials for production runs while adhering to operational guidelines.
- Documented machine operations and maintenance activities for compliance records.
- Collaborated with supervisors to improve processes and enhance overall productivity.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Inspect finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
- Verified production orders prior to starting set-up.
- Keep detailed reports of maintenance activities performed on machinery.
- Performed daily inspections of plant systems, identifying potential problems and taking corrective action as needed.
- Interpreted results of process control analysis and made adjustments to optimize plant performance.
Quality/Machine Operator
Starbucks Roasting Plant
Augusta
01.2016 - 03.2024
- Operated machinery for coffee processing and packaging at the roasting plant.
- Monitored production lines to ensure quality and consistency of roasted coffee.
- Maintained equipment by performing routine inspections and minor repairs.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow efficiency during shifts.
- Trained new operators on equipment usage and safety procedures effectively.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment for all staff.
- Documented production data and reported discrepancies to management promptly.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking supplies and notifying supervisors of needs.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
- Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
- Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
- Inspect finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
- Record production information such as quantities produced and materials used on daily logs.
- Perform periodic maintenance on machines such as cleaning and lubrication.
- Monitored and observed production line to watch for pile-ups and jams.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
- Verified production orders prior to starting set-up.
- Collaborate with other departments when necessary for successful completion of projects.
- Keep detailed reports of maintenance activities performed on machinery.
- Identify areas where improvements can be made in terms of efficiency or cost savings.
- Trained new operators and implemented new division operator training program to improve retention rates and increase production.
Education
Thomson High School
Thomson, GASkills
- Machinery operation
- Quality control
- Equipment maintenance
- Workflow optimization
- Safety compliance
- Production monitoring
- Process documentation
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Training implementation
- Time management
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Packaging techniques
- Efficient multitasking
- Workplace organization
- Machine operation
- Order picking
- Warehouse safety
- Product inspection
- Labeling accuracy
- Product boxing
- Preventive Maintenance
- Pallet jack operation
- Quality assurance
- Tape gun usage
- Pallet wrapping
- Barcode scanning
- Stacking proficiency
- Workstation organization
- Labeling
- Box assembly
- Safety protocols
- Equipment inspection
- Temperature control
- Shrink wrapping
- Barcode scanners
- Weighing and measuring
- Strapping machines
- Package sealing
- Food safety regulations
- Container assembly
- Scanner systems
- Box building
- Pallet building
- Packing boxes
- Quality inspection
- Material handling
- Product packaging
- GMP implementation
- Product sorting
- Product assembly
- Production line monitoring
- Product Inspections
- Shipping and receiving
- Product organization
- Teamwork
Timeline
Packer Operator
Amazon
04.2026 - Current
Machine Operator
Snelling Personnel
06.2024 - 09.2025
Quality/Machine Operator
Starbucks Roasting Plant
01.2016 - 03.2024
Thomson High School