Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Awards
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Chez Timm

Stuarts Draft,VA

Summary

Resourceful and detail-oriented manufacturing professional with over 7 years of diverse experience in the industry. Proven expertise in enhancing operational efficiency through strong communication and organizational skills, along with a deep understanding of manufacturing processes. Committed to driving continuous improvement and delivering high-quality results in fast-paced environments. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve organizational goals and exceed production targets.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Production Associate

Cornerstone Building Brands, Inc.
12.2024 - 05.2025
  • Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
  • Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
  • Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
  • Checked and wrapped items, placed in boxes and labeled cartons for shipping.
  • Safely operated hand and power tools to complete repetitive tasks.
  • Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
  • Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
  • Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
  • Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
  • Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.

Spinning Machine Operator

The LYCRA Company, LLC.
11.2017 - 08.2024
  • Managing & maintaining designated assignment for the shift
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
  • Ensuring beginning of shift quality checks are completed as well as end of shift checks and all necessary checks throughout the shift
  • Tubing machine, doffing machine, tracer taping full cakes, inspecting full cakes and sending buggies that are checked, completed, and entered into computer system to packing for shipment
  • Fixing cell breaks and other machine breaks within a timely manner or seeking help to gain the ability to do so
  • Shutting down cells as necessary for maintenance and starting cells when possible
  • Entering all waste, break entries, and buggies into computer system
  • Performing forward/back checks as needed to ensure only quality product is shipped
  • Weight full cakes as necessary
  • Maintaining housekeeping such as cleaning cell dividers, feed roll covers, cleaning/clearing air vents of any debris, sweeping, taking out trash, emptying bags/boxes of waste, printing enough tracer tapes for the next shift, tidying desk and general work area
  • Keep computer training and certifications up to date
  • Working quickly and efficiently while upholding all safety and quality standards
  • Helping peers with down cells or other necessary tasks when time allows

Psychiatric Nursing Assistant

Western State Hospital
10.2015 - 10.2017
  • Change bed linens or make beds.
  • Assist nurses or physicians in the operation of medical equipment or provision of patient care.
  • Clean and sanitize patient rooms, bathrooms, examination rooms, or other patient areas.
  • Communicate with patients to ascertain feelings or need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Document or otherwise report observations of patient behavior, complaints, or physical symptoms to nurses.
  • Feed patients or assist patients to eat or drink.
  • Gather information from caregivers, nurses, or physicians about patient condition, treatment plans, or appropriate activities.
  • Measure and record food and liquid intake or urinary and fecal output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Record height and weight of patients.
  • Record vital signs, such as temperatures, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate, as directed by medical or nursing staff.
  • Prepare or serve food trays.
  • Restock patient rooms with personal hygiene items, such as towels, washcloths, soap, or toilet paper.
  • Undress, wash, and dress patients who are unable to do so for themselves.

Server/Grill Cook

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
09.2011 - 04.2016
  • Ensure guest expectations are met and experiences are positive for every visit
  • Resolve guest issues as needed, involving management when necessary
  • Superior people skills and knowledge of the menu, promoting menu items and merchandise when appropriate
  • Achieved level 4 in the PAR (Personal Achievement Responsibility) program, which prepares hourly employees to be leaders and focuses on teamwork, relationship by building and partnership in addition to knowledge of Cracker Barrel and its culture
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Ability to work well independently and with a team
  • Prepare multiple items together in an eye-pleasing way and in a timely, efficient manner
  • Keep pace with the flow of business, follow set recipes and proficiently use equipment/utensils.
  • Become familiar with the basics of cooking as well as learning different methods, ingredients and dishes
  • Effectively communicate with kitchen staff and wait staff
  • Maintain a clean work environment
  • Provided support to crew members through all facets of food preparation and delivery.

Education

High School Diploma - Advanced Studies

Stuarts Draft High School
Stuarts Draft, VA
06.2011

Skills

  • Workplace safety adherence
  • Adherence to PPE standards
  • Effective organization skills
  • Experience in manufacturing settings
  • Supportive team participant
  • Quality assurance
  • Efficient machine changeovers
  • Machine operation
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Testing and troubleshooting
  • Production planning
  • Product packaging

Certification

  • Emergency Medical Technician-Basic Certification * May 2012 - May 2016
  • CPR Certification * September 2010 - October 2017
  • Emergency Vehicle Operators Course Certification * March 2013 - March 2023

Awards

Employee of the Month, October 2014, Cracker Barrel Old Country Store (Staunton, VA) Employee of the Month, Employee of the Month, March 2015, Cracker Barrel Old Country Store (Staunton, VA) Employee of the Month

Additional Information

Volunteering Experience:

  • EMT-Basic at Staunton Augusta Rescue Squad in Staunton, VA (2014-2016)
  • EMT-Basic at Stuarts Draft Rescue Squad in Stuarts Draft, VA (2011-2013)
  • Emergency Department Mentorship Student at Augusta Health in Fishersville, VA (2010)
  • Teen Volunteer at Augusta Health in Fishersville, VA (Summer 2008 & Summer 2009)
  • Heart Walk Volunteer/Participant for the American Heart Association at the Waynesboro Outlet Village in Waynesboro, VA (2001-2005)

Timeline

Production Associate

Cornerstone Building Brands, Inc.
12.2024 - 05.2025

Spinning Machine Operator

The LYCRA Company, LLC.
11.2017 - 08.2024

Psychiatric Nursing Assistant

Western State Hospital
10.2015 - 10.2017

Server/Grill Cook

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
09.2011 - 04.2016

High School Diploma - Advanced Studies

Stuarts Draft High School
Chez Timm