Penni Adwell
Cave City
Summary
Operations Manager experienced in team leadership and inventory management. Achieved improved workflow efficiency and enhanced customer service through effective safety protocol implementation and process optimization. Focused on training staff and ensuring compliance with safety standards to drive operational effectiveness.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator
Dart Container Corporation
Horse Cave
01.2026 - Current
- Operated machinery to produce plastic containers and packaging, ensuring efficiency in production.
- Monitored equipment performance, promptly reporting malfunctions to minimize downtime.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance, ensuring compliance with quality standards before packaging.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area throughout shifts.
- Adjusted machine settings for accurate task completion.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
Operations Manager
Days Inn By Wyndham
Cave City
11.2016 - Current
- Managed daily operations to ensure optimal guest satisfaction and service quality.
- Coordinated inventory management to ensure sufficient supply levels for guest services.
- Implemented operational procedures to streamline front desk and housekeeping tasks.
- Developed staff schedules to optimize coverage during peak business hours.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction remains at optimal levels.
- Supervised day-to-day workflow of employees in order to maximize productivity and maintain quality standards.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and maintained a safe work environment for all personnel.
- Maintained accurate inventory records to track stock levels and control costs.
Inspector Packer
Dart Container Corporation
Horse Cave
12.2024 - 01.2026
- Inspected product quality to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Documented inspection findings and reported discrepancies to enhance compliance accuracy.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and inspection procedures.
- Maintained a clean and organized inspection workspace daily.
- Communicated defects and non-conformance issues to management team to facilitate prompt resolution.
- Filled out and submitted logs and paperwork on-time.
- Inspected finished goods prior to shipment to guarantee they meet company standards.
- Identified potential hazards and areas for improvement through thorough visual inspection and testing.
- Participated in training to strengthen and develop inspector competencies.
cashier
Walmart
Bowling Green
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Executed tasks to support daily operations.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
Cashier
Walmart
Glasgow
05.2024 - 12.2024
- Processed customer transactions efficiently at checkout stations.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and store navigation.
- Managed cash register operations and maintained accurate cash drawers.
- Processed returns and exchanges according to company policies, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area and surrounding spaces.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
- Fulfilled additional responsibilities to assist team and enhance workflow.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Trained new team members on cash register operations, stock procedures, and customer service best practices.
- Addressed and resolved customer complaints efficiently to enhance overall shopping experience.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Information Technology
Southcentral Kentucky Community And Technical College
Bowling Green, KY05-2024
Associate of Science - Business Management
Southcentral Kentucky Community And Technical College
Bowling Green, KY05-2021
Skills
- Machine operation
- Equipment operation
- Machine troubleshooting
- Quality inspection
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Health and safety compliance
- Process optimization
- Inventory management
- Operations oversight
- Incident management
- Policies and procedures implementation
- Production efficiency
- Time management
- Issue resolution
- Collaboration techniques
- Workplace communication
Timeline
Machine Operator
Dart Container Corporation
01.2026 - Current
Inspector Packer
Dart Container Corporation
12.2024 - 01.2026
cashier
Walmart
08.2024 - 12.2024
Cashier
Walmart
05.2024 - 12.2024
Operations Manager
Days Inn By Wyndham
11.2016 - Current
Associate of Science - Medical Information Technology
Southcentral Kentucky Community And Technical College
Associate of Science - Business Management
Southcentral Kentucky Community And Technical College