RICKY POINDEXTER

• Retired from Frank Chervan in 2018 after years of dedicated service.
• Returned to Frank Chervan at management's request for critical projects.
• Laid off following company bankruptcy filing in August 2024.
• Contributed to operations during ownership transition to Hooker Furniture, which shut down in 2006.
• Worked in the same building for both Frank Chervan and Hooker Furniture, ensuring seamless collaboration.

• Coordinated with shipping department to ensure on-time delivery of finished products to customers.
• Collaborated with colleagues to enhance team performance and meet production targets.
• Suggested operational changes that improved productivity and reduced costs.
• Minimized machine downtime through regular preventive maintenance and cleaning tasks.

• Employed at company with identical address, performing same role after company shutdown

Operated bandsaw efficiently in fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Gained foundational skills in woodworking and machinery operation.
Contributed to team efforts until company closure prompted transition to Hooker Furniture.

• Supported team members in achieving production targets by collaborating effectively on shared tasks and responsibilities.
• Streamlined workflow processes using lean manufacturing principles to minimize waste and optimize resource utilization.
• Assisted in training new employees on safe and efficient iron pouring techniques, fostering a skilled workforce within the team.
• Identified areas for improvement in the casting process, proposing innovative solutions to address identified challenges.