ANAINESHA J. FRANCIS-DILLARD
Work History
Stamping Supervisor
4 Months- Manage 20 production staffing assignments daily to keep operations balanced and responsive.
- Supervise production teams to maintain workflow, quality standards, and safe operating practices.
- Coordinate daily staffing, assignments, and schedule adherence across manufacturing operations.
- Monitor output, identify bottlenecks, and implement process improvements to reduce downtime.
- Train employees on equipment use, safety procedures, and standardized work instructions.
Owner Operator/Truck Driver
1 Year 5 Months- Transported freight safely across assigned routes while meeting pickup and delivery schedules.
- Inspected vehicle condition before trips and addressed maintenance needs promptly.
- Completed accurate load, delivery, and mileage records for business and compliance tracking.
- Communicated professionally with customers, dispatch contacts, and receivers to coordinate timely deliveries.
Production Group Leader
8 Years 5 Months- Oversaw the management of over 100 employees. Both salary and hourly across various departments, serving as group leader and acting business manager for the paint department.
- Communicated performance metrics at gate meetings, reinforcing 8 weekly review meetings with clear expectations and follow-up.
- Analyzed GSIP data to identify trends, support decisions, and strengthen day-to-day quality monitoring.
- Built team alignment across management levels through consistent collaboration and practical problem-solving.
- Adapted quickly to changing company expectations and fast-paced production demands.
- Used web-based forums, Excel, Kronos, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, GEPICS, GMTKS, and GSIP to support daily operations.
- Led process improvements within the organization as a change leader focused on stronger throughput and better workflow.
Auto Worker
4 Years- Rotated across assembly and inspection stations to support production continuity.
- Maintained a professional, cooperative pace with teammates to keep workflow steady.
- Completed assigned work accurately and on time by following procedures carefully.
- Applied quality control standards to identify defects and reduce rework.
- Reinforced productivity, cost reduction, and customer value awareness through daily work.
Education
Bachelor of Communication - Human Resources & Communication
GPA: 3.5
Paint Automation Process Engineer - Engineering
- Process Development: Designing and implementing paint application processes, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulations.
- Quality Control: Monitoring and analyzing paint quality, conducting tests to ensure products meet specifications and performance criteria.
- Troubleshooting: Identifying and resolving issues related to paint application, equipment, and process efficiency.
- Collaboration: Working closely with cross-functional teams, including production, quality assurance, and R&D, to enhance product performance and resolve technical challenges.
- Documentation: Maintaining accurate records of processes, modifications, and results, as well as preparing reports for management review.
- Training: Providing training and support to production staff on paint application techniques and safety protocols.
Associates - Psychology
GPA: 3.0
Skills
Accomplishments
- Process Improvement Initiatives: Led a project to optimize the paint application process, resulting in a 15% reduction in waste and a 10% increase in application efficiency.
- Quality Enhancement: Implemented a new quality control system that reduced defects by 20%, improving customer satisfaction and lowering rework costs.
- Cost Savings: Negotiated better pricing with suppliers, achieving a 12% reduction in raw material costs without compromising quality.
- Safety Enhancements: Spearheaded a safety initiative that resulted in a 30% decrease in workplace incidents and improved compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Technology Integration: Led the integration of a new automated painting system, increasing production capacity by 25% and improving consistency in product quality.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Worked with R&D to develop a new eco-friendly coating, meeting regulatory standards and attracting new customers interested in sustainable products.
- Training Programs: Developed and delivered training programs for staff on new equipment and processes, enhancing team skills and increasing overall productivity.
- Project Management: Managed the launch of a new product line, coordinating across departments to ensure timely delivery and adherence to budget constraints.