Amanda Holub
Tallahassee
Summary
Strategic and adaptable Continuous Improvement Manager with over 4 years of experience managing improvement process programs and over 10 years of experience in enhancing Quality Management Systems. A team-oriented leader skilled in guiding problem-solving teams, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and conducting thorough data analysis to ensure excellence. Expertise in Lean Six Sigma methodologies optimizes processes and boosts operational efficiency, while a strong focus on collaboration fosters the achievement of organizational goals. Known for reliability and delivering impactful results, with a proven track record in developing process improvement solutions that enhance efficiency, safety, and quality in manufacturing environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Continuous Improvement Manager
St. Marks Powder - A General Dynamics - OTS Company
07.2021 - Current
- Evaluated the effectiveness of implemented process improvements against established benchmarks, refining strategies as necessary to achieve desired results.
- Championed a culture of continuous improvement within the organization, fostering a focus on innovation and excellence.
- Reduced production downtime through proactive identification of bottlenecks and optimization of workflows.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion while adhering to budget constraints.
- Managed development and implementation of lean and continuous improvement manufacturing initiatives across production environment.
- Leveraged Six Sigma methodologies to analyze process performance data, uncovering trends that informed strategic decision making.
- Increased employee productivity by leading training initiatives on lean methodologies and best practices.
- Led change management efforts during major organizational transitions, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Facilitated 5S, TPI, VSM and Standard Word Kaizen events to engage employees in problem-solving activities, promoting collaboration and teamwork.
Quality Assurance Supervisor
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems
10.2017 - 07.2021
- Lead and motivate a diverse team of five Quality Inspection personnel
- Proactively manage and communicate vehicle concerns and recommended solutions
- Drive process improvements and systems which lead to a reduction in defects per unit.
- Onboarding new employees, identify training needs, and providing mentorship for improved performance
- Demonstrates the importance of quick and professional response to determine priorities and recommend solutions to problems to support production requirements
- Ensure customer satisfaction through direct interaction with US Government representatives
- Lead A3 problem solving workshops.
- Provide operations oversight when Sr. Manager of Operations is out of office
Quality Control Lead
Smart Vision Lights
08.2014 - 08.2017
- Prepared reports detailing findings of inspections, investigations, and tests.
- Improved quality assurance procedures to minimize errors and increase effectiveness of inspections.
- Received Toyota Production System(TPS)training
- Identifying struggles
- Work Balance Charts
- Actively created and led PDCAs
- Four Philosophies & the System of Continuous Improvement
- Led the ISO 9001:2015 certification process
Inspector / Quality Technician
Port City Corps.
05.2011 - 08.2014
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows to meet any daily demand.
- Prepared, calibrated and monitored production machinery to maintain optimal production levels and consistently achieve daily targets.
- Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor.
- Maintained machines within work area, complying with company and OSHA rules and regulations.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Business Management – Project Management
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN01-2024
Skills
- Continuous Improvement
- Training program delivery
- Proficient in ISO 9001, 45001, and 14001 standards
- Procedure development
- Quality Assurance Management, Quality Management System Development
- Lean Six Sigma Methodologies, Green Belt and Black Belt
- Conflict Resolution
- Effective leadership
- A3 Methodology
- Daily Management Systems
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Accomplishments
- Documented and lead a project in Final Product labeling which led to 72% reduction in errors.
- Collaborated with team of 8 in the Improvement of Raw Material movement with a reduction of 94.3% Reduction / 636 hours per year and a labor cost reduction of $13,848 per year.
- Implementing several programs including 5S, Waste Walks, Train the Trainer(Job Instruction), and Leadership Program(Job Relations).
- Used Microsoft Share Point and Power BI to develop a project management tool and a Site Wide dashboard for Operational Excellence Initiatives updates.
Certification
- Kotter's Advanced Change Leader Certificate, 2025-02
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, 2022-12
- Effective Facilitator Training, 2021-05
- ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor, 2024-12
- Excelling as a Manager or Supervisor, 2020-10
- Leadership & Management Skills for Women, 2020-07
- Intermediate Excel 13, 2014-07
Timeline
Continuous Improvement Manager
St. Marks Powder - A General Dynamics - OTS Company
07.2021 - Current
Quality Assurance Supervisor
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems
10.2017 - 07.2021
Quality Control Lead
Smart Vision Lights
08.2014 - 08.2017
Inspector / Quality Technician
Port City Corps.
05.2011 - 08.2014
Bachelors of Science - Business Management – Project Management
Capella University
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