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Melissa Bridges
Dedicated Chemical professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Experienced Chemical Operator and Lab Analyst with over 27 years of experience in Chemical Industry. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Reliable individual with skills and experience as Laboratory Technician. Smart and committed to job well done and offering exceptional drive.
Diligent Lab Analyst focused on timely, quality completion of lab procedures. Works well under pressure within high-volume testing environments. Always ready to help personnel with testing process. Diligent problem-solver with resourceful approach to challenges and organized style. Leverages SAP expertise to manage job functions. Excellent communicator with focus on results. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Responsible Chemical Operator with over 27 years of manufacturing experience. Successful in conducting routine inspections, troubleshooting existing problems and responding to emergencies to promote operational efficiency. Forklift trained and adept in operating manual and automated equipment to facilitate productions.
Address
Rocky Top, Tennessee,
37769
Phone
***************@*****.***
WWW
https://bold.pro
/my/melissa-bridges/760
Travel
planning Advanced
Financial Secretary
United Steelworkers Usw, Knoxville, TN
Maintained accurate records of organizational
finances and generated reports as requested.
Maintained confidentiality of information related
to receiving, recording and depositing of funds.
Performed control and balancing procedures to
verify accuracy of drawers.
Received dues, fees and payments and provided
transaction receipts.
Verified processing information and deposited
received funds into organizational account.
Used Software to prepare various
correspondence, reports and other written
material.
Supported company leaders by managing
budgets, scheduling appointments and
2019-08 -
Current
Database administration
Report analysis
Payroll and
budgeting Advanced
Scheduling
Meeting minutes
Writing reports
Recordkeeping
Social media knowledge
Bookkeeping
Advanced
Documentation and control
Administrative
support Advanced
Filing and data archiving
Gas
Chromatogra
phy
Upper
intermediate
HPLC
Upper
intermediate
MS Office
Multitasking Abilities
Data Entry
Self-Motivated
Written Communication
[Type] Software Proficiency
organizing itinerary.
Compiled Type reports for program leaders.
Completed forms, reports, logs and records to
quickly handle all documentation for human
resources.
Managed phone and email correspondence and
handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
Assisted coworkers and staff members with
special tasks on daily basis.
Opened and properly distributed incoming mail
to promote quicker response to client inquiries.
Delivered comprehensive tax documentation
required for accurate individual and corporate
returns.
Prepared wide array of returns such as corporate,
fiduciary, gift, individual and private foundation returns.
Prepared tax returns, extensions, tax planning
calculations and write-ups for organizations and
entities.
Reviewed available data and compared against
tax code to determine exemptions, deductions
and potential liabilities.
Completed and filed returns with tax
departments at local, state and federal levels.
Produced end-of-year records such as 1099-Misc
and W2 forms.
Completed financial forms such as I9, W4 and
W9, and maintained permanent records.
Reconciled statements and accounts and
resolved variances.
Performed annual qualitative analyses on Type
accounts.
Prepared reports used in making key decisions.
Reconciled account information and reported
figures in general ledger by comparing to bank
account statement each month.
Applied mathematical abilities to calculate and
check figures in accounting systems.
Observed strict confidentiality rules to maintain
Software
November
Software
Systems
Upper
intermediate
SAP
Advanced
Microsoft
Office Upper
intermediate
data integrity and protect clients.
Managed office inventory and ordered new
supplies when items were running low.
Pitched in to assist with special projects and
additional tasks.
Reported financial data and updated financial
records in ledgers and journals.
Tracked business revenue and expenditures and
reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
Input financial data and produced reports using
Software.
Organized and reported on financial information
to document payment histories and assist with
sound financial accounting.
Stayed on top of applicable federal and state
requirements to minimize legal and financial risks. Quality Analyst
Dow Chemical, Knoxville, TN
Analyzed quality and performance data to
support operational decision-making.
Addressed non-conformance issues, pausing
production to correct errors.
Created and revised procedures, checklists and
job aids to reduce errors.
Consulted manuals and process documents to
investigate malfunctions.
Implemented test scripts and recorded results.
Monitored KPIs to proactively address bottlenecks
and quality issues.
Recorded findings of inspection process,
collaborating with quality team to implement
corrective actions.
Performed standard first article inspections and
random sampling inspections to verify adherence
to customer standards.
Inspected finished goods to verify conformance
with customer specifications and company
quality standards.
Developed and maintained quality assurance
1995-05 -
Current
Education
procedure documentation.
Developed training materials, SOPs and work
instructions to supplement new team member
onboarding.
Updated inspection journals and daily summary
logs with quality-related data.
Edited, proofed and critiqued internal documents
to improve clarity.
Chemical Operator
Dow Chemical, Knoxville, TN
Followed safety processes and protocols while
moving hazardous chemicals and operating
heavy machinery to avoid and accidents.
Safely used various machinery and forklifts during chemical drumming operations.
Operated chemical processing equipment
successfully while adhering to company
standards.
Followed all waste handling guidelines to
minimize waste generation.
Stored, retrieved, mixed and monitored
chemicals used in production process.
Reviewed production schedules, drawings and
material combinations to ascertain job specifics
before project start.
Entered data into batch ticketing system and
checked information for accuracy.
Diagnosed issues quickly and contacted
supervisor to warn of potential project delays.
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and
holiday shifts.
Participated in team-building activities to
enhance working relationships.
1995-05 -
Current
Associate Of Applied Science: Chemical
And Environmental Engineering
1992-08 -
1995-05
Affiliations
Pellissippi State Community College - Knoxville, TN Long standing member of United Steelworkers local
90. Held several offices including guide, trustee, recording secretary, wage and grievance and
financial secretary. I was chosen to attend 4 year Leadership training program, learning history and
leadership.
Served several times as co-chair for United Way
campaign, as well as many other committees.