Aja Gupton
Fishers,IN
Summary
Results-driven management professional with extensive experience in operations, production management, and team development across diverse industries. Proven ability to plan, coordinate, and implement efficient production strategies that enhance productivity and streamline processes. Strong background in industrial engineering, specializing in process optimization, quality control, and workflow management. Adept at problem-solving, collaboration, and adapting to dynamic environments to drive continuous improvement and achieve organizational objectives.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Distribution Supervisor
GNC Warehouse
Whitestown, IN
08.2024 - Current
- Performed regular audits of warehouse facilities to ensure safe working conditions are maintained.
- Trained staff on proper use of equipment, safety protocols, and operational procedures.
- Handled personnel hiring, performance evaluations and disciplinary actions.
- Assessed current operational performance metrics and analyzed data trends to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Evaluated production, planning and cost information.
- Devised new equipment to meet worker and company requirements.
Business Process Optimization Manager
Cencora
Indianapolis, IN
01.2023 - 07.2024
- Assisted in the development of training materials and conducted workshops to educate staff on process improvements.
- Assessed current operational performance metrics and analyzed data trends to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Built relationships with interdisciplinary team to facilitate project objectives.
- Evaluated production, planning and cost information.
- Analyzed existing production systems for potential process improvements and cost savings.
Operations Manager
Daimler Trucks North America, DTNA
Whitestown , IN
05.2022 - 11.2023
- Produced SOPs to document workplace procedures and optimize productivity through standardization.
- Created detailed training manuals outlining best practices for workers in various departments.
- Spearheaded continuous improvement and process development initiatives to improve operational performance.
- Properly trained employees on new processes.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
Distribution Supervisor
Coca Cola Bottling Co Consolidated
Whitestown, IN
04.2019 - 05.2022
- Ensured strict compliance with federal, state, and local transportation regulations, avoiding fines and penalties.
- Managed accurate inventory of transportation equipment and assets, ensuring optimal availability and utilization.
- Coordinated and monitored inbound and outgoing deliveries, keeping abreast of delays and other issues.
- Managed day-to-day shipping and receiving, overseeing large number of packages in 24-hour period.
- Implemented and planned warehouse safety and security programs and activities.
- Monitored system performance, identified issues, and optimized automation processes.
- Automated functional and regression testing approaches to streamline software production.
Warehouse Lead
Frito Lay
Indianapolis, IN
08.2013 - 02.2019
- Trained staff and users to work with computer systems and programs.
- Troubleshot program and system malfunctions to restore normal functioning.
- Analyzed user requirements and mapped them to available functionality within the SAP system.
- Analyzed current business processes and identified areas where improvements could be made through automation or other means.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
- Updated computer systems with accurate information regarding item locations within the warehouse.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Trine University
Angola, IN05-2027
Bachelor of Science - Pre-medicine
University of Indianapolis
Indianapolis, INSkills
- Workflow design
- Strategic planning
- Industrial automation
- Process improvement
- Lean principles
- Performance monitoring
- Staff retention
- Six sigma certification
- Forecasting and scheduling
- SAP expertise
- KPI tracking
- Onboarding and orientation
Certification
- Facilitating Rapid Improvement Events
- Data Analytics Essentials for Continuous Improvement
- Advanced A3 Training
- Managing for Daily Improvement
- Mental health CPR certified
Timeline
Distribution Supervisor
GNC Warehouse
08.2024 - Current
Business Process Optimization Manager
Cencora
01.2023 - 07.2024
Operations Manager
Daimler Trucks North America, DTNA
05.2022 - 11.2023
Distribution Supervisor
Coca Cola Bottling Co Consolidated
04.2019 - 05.2022
Warehouse Lead
Frito Lay
08.2013 - 02.2019
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Trine University
Bachelor of Science - Pre-medicine
University of Indianapolis