David Stephens
Summer Supply Chain Intern
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Standardized packaging materials and personal protective equipment (PPE) across multiple facilities to improve purchasing consistency and reduce operational waste. Evaluated forklift buying and leasing strategies to find cost-saving opportunities across manufacturing locations. Aided procurement and buying operations through creation, processing, and receiving of purchase orders.
Experience
Summer Supply Chain Intern - Tower Extrusions - Wylie, Texas
(2023-05 - 2024-08)
- Standardized packaging materials and personal protective equipment (PPE) across multiple facilities to improve purchasing consistency and reduce operational waste.
- Evaluated forklift buying and leasing strategies to find cost-saving opportunities across manufacturing locations.
- Aided procurement and buying operations through creation, processing, and receiving of purchase orders.
- Supported cost-reduction initiatives, including implementation of hydraulic oil reuse programs.
- Collaborated with operations and supply chain teams to improve efficiency and inventory management practices.
Resident Assistant - Pennsylvania State University
(2023-01 - 2025-05)
- Managed resident concerns and conflict resolution for a community of first-year students.
- Enforced university policies and safety standards while supporting positive resident relationships.
- Coordinated community-building events and programming initiatives.
- Demonstrated leadership, communication, and crisis-management skills while balancing academic and professional responsibilities.
Library Assistant – Common Services - Pennsylvania State University
(2022-12 - 2026-05)
- Aided patrons with circulation services, account support, and resource access.
- Maintained accuracy in processing library materials and inventory records.
- Collaborated with team members to support daily operations in a high-volume service environment.
- Contributed to projects improving accessibility and efficiency for library users.
Education
Business & Economics - The Pennsylvania State University (2022 - 2025)
