Martha Prado
Columbus
Summary
Motivated professional experienced in fast-paced environments. Delivered high-quality work rapidly through strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Thrived under pressure while mastering new skills and effectively managing last-minute changes.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Amazon
Warehouse Associate
Columbus
10.2025 - Current
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Shipping and receiving superintendent
Cargill
Columbus
11.2018 - 03.2023
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure efficient production workflows.
- Managed team schedules to optimize labor and resource allocation.
- Conducted safety audits to maintain compliance with industry regulations.
- Trained staff on operational procedures and best practices.
- Coordinated maintenance activities to minimize equipment downtime.
- Implemented process improvements for enhanced productivity and quality.
- Facilitated communication between departments to support project goals.
- Maintained accurate records such as daily logs, time sheets, inspection reports, for each project.
- Attended and participated in progress and project meetings.
- Maintained safe work site by implementing safety requirements and good housekeeping regulations.
- Oversaw employee productivity to enforce efficient use of materials and equipment.
- Supervised staff including subcontractors and laborers on assigned projects.
Trim & Grind general foreman
Cargill
Schuyler
11.2016 - 11.2018
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Coordinated work schedules and assigned tasks to optimize team performance.
- Trained new employees on equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels and coordinated material replenishment for efficient workflow.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce downtime.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to maintain operational efficiency.
- Documented labor hours, crew attendance and individual performance.
- Followed rules and regulations to keep job sites safe for workers, contractors and visitors.
- Communicated regularly with team members about changes in scope or schedule.
- Supervised, trained, and evaluated assigned personnel in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Supervised daily operations for production teams ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Hiring Manager
Cargill
Schuyler
10.2014 - 11.2016
- Led recruitment strategies to attract top talent for diverse roles.
- Collaborated with department heads to define staffing needs and job requirements.
- Conducted interviews and evaluated candidates for various positions.
- Managed onboarding processes to ensure smooth transitions for new hires.
- Organized orientation sessions for new employees to ensure smooth onboarding experience.
- Managed the full cycle of recruitment process including sourcing, interviewing, screening and selection of candidates.
- Received and reviewed candidate resume and job application submissions to approve or deny applicants for initial interviews.
- Provided feedback to candidates throughout the hiring process.
- Attended career fairs, college events, industry conferences. to promote the organization's brand as an employer of choice.
- Conducted background checks and reference checks on potential hires.
Production Supervisor
Cargill
Schuyler
03.2006 - 10.2014
- Supervised daily production operations to ensure adherence to safety standards.
- Coordinated workflow schedules to meet production deadlines effectively.
- Trained staff on equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Facilitated communication between production teams and management.
- Resolved operational issues to minimize downtime in production processes.
- Conducted performance reviews and provided feedback to team members.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production activities.
- Supervised a team of 20+ employees, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently and accurately.
- Trained new staff on production processes and procedures.
- Monitored equipment, checked supplies and coordinated manpower to meet expected demand.
- Supported safety programs to reduce and eliminate employee injuries.
- Communicated effectively with other departments to ensure smooth workflow from start to finish.
- Collaborated with management team to develop strategies for improving efficiency in the production area.
- Resolved any conflicts between employees in a professional manner.
- Planned production operations while establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing processes.
- Reviewed individual employee performance to correct issues and enhance productivity.
- Delegated tasks to employees and monitored accurate and timely completion of tasks to meet project milestones.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements through analysis of existing workflows.
- Managed daily operations within budget constraints while meeting deadlines.
- Reviewed job specifications to properly set up machines.
Quality Control Inspector
Cargill
Schuyler
11.2001 - 03.2006
- Monitored production processes to ensure adherence to quality specifications.
- Conducted routine audits of finished products for defects and inconsistencies.
- Collaborated with production teams to address quality issues promptly.
- Documented inspection results and maintained accurate quality records.
- Communicated findings to management, recommending corrective actions as needed.
- Inspected products for defects and conformance to customer specifications using precision measuring instruments.
- Documented inspection results by completing reports and logs and summarizing and entering data into quality database.
- Monitored production processes to ensure quality standards were met and documented results of inspections.
- Maintained records of all nonconforming products and completed corrective actions as required.
- Communicated effectively with management regarding progress toward meeting quality objectives.
- Conducted root cause analysis investigations when issues arose with production processes or end-products.
- Oversaw disposal of products, materials and equipment not in compliance with tolerances, safety standards, or quality levels.
Education
General Education Diploma
COLUMBUS, NeSkills
- Team management
- Safety compliance
- Quality assurance
- Inventory management
- Production scheduling
- Customer relations
- Employee training
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Decision making
- PPE use
- Leadership
- Calm under pressure
- Problem-solving
- Computer skills
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking
- Problem resolution
- Microsoft office
- Basic math
- Teamwork and collaboration
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Amazon
Warehouse Associate
10.2025 - Current
Shipping and receiving superintendent
Cargill
11.2018 - 03.2023
Trim & Grind general foreman
Cargill
11.2016 - 11.2018
Hiring Manager
Cargill
10.2014 - 11.2016
Production Supervisor
Cargill
03.2006 - 10.2014
Quality Control Inspector
Cargill
11.2001 - 03.2006
General Education Diploma