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Cristina Hopkins

Lucedale

Summary

Dynamic Ship Constructor Manager at Thor Solutions LLC with expertise in CAD design and collaboration. Proven track record in enhancing team efficiency and developing technical financial models. Adept at teaching software applications like ShipCon, PublisherLT, and Navisworks, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Ship Constructor Manager

Thor Solutions LLC
05.2025 - Current
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
  • Supported creation of detailed, technical financial models to value potential acquisition targets.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
  • Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
  • Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Supported multi-discipline teams to provide design solutions that balanced customer requirements for performance and cost.
  • Provided operations support for specific design portfolios.

Designer 2

Ingalls
08.2024 - 05.2025
  • Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Gathered photo references to use as guidelines and textures for models.
  • Developed primary models and sketches to showcase final product designs.
  • Taught and trained incoming designers on proper use of graphic design software.
  • Communicated with supervisor to brainstorm ideas and discuss upcoming projects.
  • Used ShipCon and Navisworks to create computer-generated effects and simulations.
  • Worked alongside writers and producers to create unique designs to translate artistic vision into visual medium.
  • Designed mock-ups and simulations for review, finding and fixing animation problems.

Designer 1

Austal USA
03.2022 - 08.2024
  • Identified design requirements for each project.
  • Prepared detailed reports on design progress and performance.
  • Assisted in development of new materials for design projects.
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop, review and finalize design concepts.
  • Analyzed feedback from customers and staff to refine design concepts.
  • Utilized various software programs, creating 3D models of design concepts.
  • Consulted with architects, customers and vendors regarding project scope and milestone dates.
  • Provided training to newly hired team members on codes, best practices and suppliers.
  • Used computer-aided design software to prepare blueprints and schematics.
  • Created, printed, and modified drawings in AutoCAD and ShipCon.
  • Used computer-aided design software to prepare project blueprints.
  • Calculated dimensions and allowances with accurate precision for project specifications.
  • Modified designs to correct operating deficiencies and reduce production problems.

Bartender

The Shed
01.2018 - 04.2022
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Applied knowledge to create innovative cocktails, enhance flavor profiles and expertly pair food and drinks.
  • Assisted with inventorying beverage stock and bar supplies.
  • Helped management plan and serve bar menu exceeding customer expectations.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
  • Built relationships with vendors to manage orders and negotiate costs.
  • Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers.
  • Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
  • Tracked bar stock levels and promptly replenished low materials to prevent shortages.
  • Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - 3D Modeling And Design Technology

MGCCC
Gautier, MS
12-2022

Associate of Arts - General Studies

MGCCC
Gautier, MS
05-2018

Skills

  • Customized template design
  • Assisting and teaching ShipCon, Publisher, and Navisworks to Engineers and Architects that needed to learn the software for current and upcoming projects
  • Collaboration skills
  • Design research
  • CAD drafting and design
  • ShipConstructor, AutoCAD, Inventor, and Revit
  • Communication skills with co-workers
  • Problem solving

Timeline

Ship Constructor Manager

Thor Solutions LLC
05.2025 - Current

Designer 2

Ingalls
08.2024 - 05.2025

Designer 1

Austal USA
03.2022 - 08.2024

Bartender

The Shed
01.2018 - 04.2022

Associate of Applied Science - 3D Modeling And Design Technology

MGCCC

Associate of Arts - General Studies

MGCCC

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