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BHAVNABEN PATEL

Stoney Creek

Summary

I am a motivated team member with 25+ years of working experience across multiple industries. I work great in a team environment, and individually with minimal supervision. I'm a quick learner, and eager to bring my knowledge and skills to support business and client needs.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Sewing Machine Operator

AZX Sport
01.2018 - Current
  • Operated sewing machine to create items such as lanyards and can sleeves
  • Attached different garments and articles of clothing with other components such as zippers
  • Completed final assembly of various household items and packaged them for delivery
  • Tailored clothing to specific sizes and dimensions, and stitched fabrics to create patterns based on client specifications
  • Maintained and cleaned machines regularly to prevent breakdowns and ensure optimal performance

General Labourer

Henniges Automotive
01.2016 - 11.2024
  • Floor operator for several different machines that manufacture plastic car parts for large automotive companies such as General Motors and Ford
  • Completed production data sheets to accurately report hourly production quantities
  • Inspected parts for defects to ensure that they meet the company's high quality control standards
  • Trimmed excess plastic from car parts using various tools such as grinding machines and sandpaper
  • Packaged and labeled finished parts for shipping while maintaining accurate counts and proper storage

Cashier

Six Penny Mini Mart
04.2009 - 12.2015
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs
  • Operated cash register for cash, credit and debit transactions with excellent accuracy levels
  • Counted store inventory, restocked products, and worked with vendors to purchase new merchandise
  • Responsible for store opening and store closing procedures, including end of day cash reconciliation
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business
  • Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance
  • Performed daily cleaning and organizational duties to maintain welcoming store environment

General Labourer

Matcor Automotive Inc
01.2005 - 02.2009
  • Operated machinery for manufacturing metal car parts including welding machines and robots for Honda, General Motors, and Toyota
  • Performed quality checks on manufactured parts to ensure quality of products was maintained
  • Packed automotive parts into boxes to prepare them for shipments to automotive customers
  • Maintained a clean and organized work area to comply with safety and production standards

Sewing Machine Operator

Universal Drapery
06.2002 - 12.2024
  • Operated sewing machines to join, reinforce, or decorate products and performed hand stitching for smaller projects
  • Produced high-quality garments through careful monitoring of stitch quality and consistency
  • Hemmed and plated drapery products to client specifications
  • Installed hooks into drapes and performed final inspection to ensure accurate measurements and maintain excellent quality
  • Maintained a clean and organized work area, ensuring efficient access to tools, materials, and supplies for optimal productivity

Cashier

Gateway Newstands
05.1999 - 05.2002
  • Welcomed customers in friendly manner and facilitated their purchases with accuracy
  • Held keyholder position and performed store opening and store closing activities
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift
  • Restocked merchandise and maintained clean environment for all customers and employess

Education

High School Diploma -

Sanskar Bharti High School
Navsari, India
06-1990

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem Solving
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Communication
  • Organization and Cleanliness
  • Critical Thinking

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Gujarati
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Sewing Machine Operator

AZX Sport
01.2018 - Current

General Labourer

Henniges Automotive
01.2016 - 11.2024

Cashier

Six Penny Mini Mart
04.2009 - 12.2015

General Labourer

Matcor Automotive Inc
01.2005 - 02.2009

Sewing Machine Operator

Universal Drapery
06.2002 - 12.2024

Cashier

Gateway Newstands
05.1999 - 05.2002

High School Diploma -

Sanskar Bharti High School
BHAVNABEN PATEL