Experience

ARAUCO - North America

• United States
• Manufacturing
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Quality Coordinator

  • Mar 2023 - Present

  Grayling, Michigan, United States

• Quality Lab Technician

  • Nov 2020 - Mar 2023

  Grayling, Michigan, United States Schedule and oversee all chemical additive deliveries and inventory. Test chemical additive properties, including specific gravity, viscosity, refractive index, pH, and buffer capacity. Analyze properties of wood furnish, such as flake geometry and buffer capacity. Perform small-chamber formaldehyde analysis to ensure compliance with CARB-II and TSCA Title VI standards. Test physical properties of finished particleboard & support the resolution of quality… Show more Schedule and oversee all chemical additive deliveries and inventory. Test chemical additive properties, including specific gravity, viscosity, refractive index, pH, and buffer capacity. Analyze properties of wood furnish, such as flake geometry and buffer capacity. Perform small-chamber formaldehyde analysis to ensure compliance with CARB-II and TSCA Title VI standards. Test physical properties of finished particleboard & support the resolution of quality claims. Chart and analyze a wide of variety of data, and employ SPC principles to identify out-of-control variables to support quality and production improvements. Collaborate with Production and Continuous Improvement to determine root-cause of quality defects, develop trials, and identify opportunities for improvement.

• Particleboard QC Technician

  • Nov 2018 - Nov 2020

  Grayling, Michigan Tested physical properties of particleboard, including internal bond, modulus of rupture, cross-panel density, modulus of elasticity, and variable density profile. Created reports and analyzed this data with my team to meet quality and production targets. Operated & maintained process equipment as needed.



Lowe's Companies, Inc.

• United States
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Delivery

  • Sep 2018 - Nov 2018

  Gaylord, Michigan Retrieved items from stock and prepared them for delivery, including unpackaging, inspection for defects, and loading onto delivery truck. Made deliveries to customers and installed appliances. Dealt with returns, replacements, or discounts in situations of customer dissatisfaction. Operated a variety of power equipment in-store, including forklifts, narrow reach forklifts, and pickers.



Campus Grill

• United States
• Financial Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Cook

  • Apr 2015 - May 2016

  Buies Creek, North Carolina Cooked and prepared meals to accurately and timely satisfy customer orders in a fast-paced diner style restaurant. Operated register. Maintained a sanitary kitchen to health codes. Trained new hires.



Vector Marketing

• United States
• Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Sales Associate

  • May 2014 - Aug 2014

  Florence, South Carolina Acquired and contacted leads. Performed in-home demonstrations of products per appointment. Dealt personally with customers regarding shipping, warranties, customer satisfaction, and returns.



S&S Insulation

• Insulator

  • May 2013 - Aug 2013

  Hartsville, SC Applied insulating material to pipes, ductwork, and machinery in industrial settings. Measured, cut, installed, and sealed metal cladding over finished insulation. Ensured weather durability, safety, and clean installation.



Prestwood Country Club

• Lifeguard

  • May 2011 - Aug 2012

  Hartsville, South Carolina Maintained constant surveillance of patrons in the facility; acted immediately in the event of emergency to provide care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services. Maintained cleanliness. Tested for safe chemical and pH levels.



YMCA of the Upper Pee Dee

• Lifeguard & Swim Instructor

  • Apr 2010 - May 2011

  Hartsville, South Carolina Maintained constant surveillance of patrons in the facility; acted immediately in the event of emergency to provide care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services. Instructed swim classes and private lessons for ages 4 to 50. Maintained cleanliness. Tested for safe chemical and pH levels.