Allen Hawkins

Quality Inspector with professional work experience in production, Assembly and general Warehouse positions.

Williamsburg, VA 23188

adt9kh@r.postjobfree.com

757-***-****

Physically fit warehouse worker with experience in all aspects of Production, Quality, Inspections, and Inventory, Packing and Shipping operations. I am Able to stand for entire shift and able to lift constantly 50lbs -100lbs. I have a 20/20 vision and excellent basic math skills. Willing to relocate: Anywhere

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Work Experience

Line Cook/Food Prep

Patriots Colony at Williamsburg - Williamsburg, VA August 2013 to Present

Responsibilities consisted of cooking food products to temperature and taste. I made adjustments to food items to accommodate guests with allergies or specific diet concerns. Cleaned and prepared various foods for cooking or serving. I Stocked supplies in serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators, and salad bars. Set up banquet tables and assist/host with company functions. Buffed and steamed flooring. Received and stored supplies. Prepared and packaged individual place settings. I Loaded and unloaded trucks that delivered and picked up food or supplies. Washed and sanitized dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, or pans, using dishwashers or by hand. Placed clean dishes, utensils and cooking equipment in storage areas. Quality Assurance Inspector II

Lumber Liquidators Inc - Toano, VA April

2005 to February 2019

Maintained quality standards by approving incoming materials, in-process production, and finished products. I Approved in-process production by confirming specifications. Performed complete layout inspection by measuring dimensions, such as length, height and distance between reference points. Very knowledgeable using precision instruments such as micrometers, calipers, dial indicator, and CMM, to ensure product met specifications. I Communicated adjustments to production / Quality supervisor. Microsoft word and Excel spreads created weekly. Job consisted of approx. 35% data entry. Visual and physical Inspections conducted to product specifications. I assured Daily practice of keeping a safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures. Cut and crafted samples of wood flooring that were shrink wrapped and palletized, then sent out to vendors and customers. Packer/Machine Operator/Label Inspector

Smithfield Foods - Toano, VA January

2008 to December 2013

Ensured all production, inspection, packaging and machine operation duties were met. Set up machinery and ensured all materials were readily available.

Effectively monitored production equipment and Assisted the warehouse technicians and materials clerk as needed. I loaded materials and products into package processing equipment. Cleaned containers, materials, supplies using cleaning solutions and hand tools. I recorded data for packaged goods. Examined and inspected containers, materials, and products to ensure that packing specifications were met. Measured, weighed, and counted product goods and materials. Marked and labeled containers, container tags, and products, using marking tools. I Placed goods into hot oil drums using hand tools and equipment. I also removed completed and defective products or materials, placing them on moving equipment such as conveyors or in specified areas such as loading docks

.Transport packages to customers' vehicles.

Line Cook/Prep Cook/Cashier

Green Leaf - Williamsburg, VA February

2005 to December 2008

Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of all food products. I was accurate and productive to following recipe Cards. Consistently Kept a clean and safe environment by following all state and local sanitation and safety requirements. Consistently followed all recipes and portioned serving guidelines correctly. Set up and performed initial prep work for food items, soups, sauces and salads. I displayed a positive and friendly attitude towards customers and fellow team members. Set up and performed initial prep work for food items, soups, sauces and salads. I regularly developed new recipes to comply with customer tastes, nutritional needs. Order Selector/Picker/Shipping Clerk

Wythe Will Distribution - Toano, VA

January 2003 to April 2005

Created and Managed pick ticket orders from warehouse staff and management. I physically pulled inventory from the shelves to ensure accurate pick and delivery of warehouse products. Also packed orders, including shrink wrapping goods onto pallets and loading them onto trucks for delivery while ensuring orders are accurate and records of inventory recorded and computed safely. Scheduled and monitored the exchange of third-party services such as UPS, FedEx and other contract affiliates.

Quality Assurance Shift Auditor/Palletize

Avid Medical - Toano, VA March

2001 to January 2003

I conducted in process audits of medical trays for compliance to specifications. Maintained records of all inspection results and acceptance/rejection activities recorded in ERP system and in incoming inspection folders. Visually inspected all products, manufactured and finish labels. I recorded inspections daily with multiple calibration devices. I reported errors and corrections to in-house and vendors. Sealed medical trays and assured materials used were within spec.

Education

Associate in Advanced Integrated Manufacturing Technology Thomas Nelson Community College - Newport News, VA April 2004 to May 2006

Associate in Mechanical Engineering Technology

Thomas Nelson Community College - Newport News, VA 2002 to 2004

High school or equivalent in Computer Science

Lafayette High School - Williamsburg, VA 2002

Skills

cooking (10+ years), data entry. (10+ years), Excel (5 years), inventory (5 years), Word (10+ years), Inspection (10+ years), Quality Assurance (10+ years), Spreadsheets (5 years), Training (6 years), Safety (10+ years), Osha (10+ years), Manufacturing (10+ years), Data Analysis (10+ years), Inventory Control (5 years), Calibration (8 years), Forklift Operator (Less than 1 year), Strategic Planning (5 years), Team Building (2 years), Order Puller (7 years), Picker Packer (7 years), Shipping Receiving (5 years), Pallet Jack (10+ years), Warehouse Associate (10+ years), Electric Pallet Jack (10+ years), Loading (5 years), Unloading (5 years), General Labor (10+ years), Teamwork (10+ years)

Certifications/Licenses

Certificate of Appreciation for dedication and No-Work Hours Scheduled missed

June 2013 to June 2015

Additional Information

• Forklift Certified

• VA Drivers License

• Food Handlers Card