Dawn Salyer
Terre Haute, IN *****
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Professional Summary
Accomplished team lead and lead extrusion operator with 5 years of experience in the manufacturing sector, specializing in plastics extrusion and team management. Proven ability to guide teams of 3-10 employees, ensuring project success while maintaining compliance with safety regulations. Skilled in continuous improvement and quality control, with a strong focus on operational efficiency and attention to detail.
Work Experience
Team Lead / Lead extrusion operator
Verdeco Recycling-Terre Haute, IN
November 2021 to June 2025
• Demonstrated strong problem-solving abilities when faced with unexpected challenges or obstacles
• Led a team of 3-10 employees at a time, providing guidance and support to ensure successful completion of projects
• Ensured compliance with company policies, procedures, safety regulations at all times Breakpack stocker
Staples Distrubution-Terre Haute, IN
March 2020 to August 2021
• Trained new employees on proper stocking procedures and safety guidelines
• Operated barcode scanners or other technology tools accurately while performing tasks such as order fulfillment or cycle counting
• Supported order fulfillment process by picking, packing, and labeling products accurately and efficiently Education
High school diploma
West Vigo High School-West Terre Haute, IN
August 1999 to June 2003
Skills
• Organizational skills (10+ years)
• Teamwork (5 years)
• Plastics extrusion (4 years)
• Materials handling
• Continuous improvement
• Precision measuring instruments
• Maintenance (4 years)
• Manufacturing (5 years)
• Basic math
• Leadership (4 years)
• Mechanical knowledge (4 years)
• English
• Machining
• Quality control (4 years)
• Assembly
• Hand tools
• Lean manufacturing
• Forklift
• Attention to detail
• Power tools
• Team management (4 years)
Certifications and Licenses
Driver's License
March 2022 to January 2029
Forklift Certification
August 2022 to September 2025
Sit down basic forklift exp