Van Norton

Results-driven Supervisor with experience steering and directing all aspects of operations. Practiced in orchestrating multiple projects with competing priorities involving process improvements, safety initiatives and quality control. Recognized and commended for collaborating with upper management to achieve organizational objectives.

Supervisor Furniture Builder at Correctional Industries (2005-01 – 2023-01)

• Supervised and trained team members in industrial woodshop, enhancing skills in component style home furniture production.
• Verified work orders and inventory accuracy, facilitating timely order fulfillment.
• Coordinated multiple teams to ensure efficiency and decrease wait times between tasks

Door and Window Manufacturer at Empire Door and Glass (1998-01 – 2003-01)

• Manufactured commercial and residential doors and windows according to work order specifications, ensuring adherence to design and quality standards.
• Trained new employees, ensured workshop continuity, and performed final quality control inspections to maintain high product standards.
• Registered fire-doors with Fire Marshall and maintained accurate records for inspection.

Furniture Builder at Kwik File (1993-01 – 1998-01)

• Assembled furniture from plans to completion and conducted quality assurance inspections to ensure product standards.
• Upholstered furniture by cutting, gluing, and sewing a variety of materials to ensure quality finishes.
• Executed work orders independently, ensuring timely and accurate completion without supervision.

Construction Laborer at Aker & Fowl (1990-01 – 1993-01)

• Executed general construction tasks, including framing and decking, to support project completion.
• Operated hand tools and machinery to complete construction tasks efficiently.
• Prepared and cleaned construction sites for various projects, ensuring safe and organized work environments.

High School Diploma – West Jefferson (2022-01)