Ashley Smith
Windsor,CO
Summary
Offering strong leadership qualities and solid understanding of production processes, eager to learn and grow in a dynamic environment. Brings ability to quickly grasp new concepts and integrate them into existing frameworks, utilizing organizational and problem-solving skills. Ready to use and develop these skills in a Supervisor role.
Positive, proactive problem-solver excelling in team coordination and process optimization. Understands production workflows and quality control. Dedicated to enhancing productivity and achieving impactful results.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Lead
Canyon Bakehouse
10.2025 - Current
- Oversaw daily production operations, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Managed a team of production workers, ensuring timely completion of tasks and adherence to safety protocols.
- Participated in safety training programs to maintain a thorough understanding of best practices, ensuring full compliance within the team.
- Increased overall product quality by closely monitoring production processes and providing constructive feedback.
- Monitored employee activities to verify consistent use of good manufacturing principles.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts and overhead cranes to safely move heavy loads.
Maintenance Engineer Helper
Canyon Bakehouse
07.2025 - Current
- Dismantled defective machines and equipment and installed new or repaired parts.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Cleaned and lubricated parts to keep equipment operating at peak performance.
- Visually inspected and tested machinery and equipment, performing routine preventive maintenance.
Production Lead
Canyon Bakehouse
08.2023 - 06.2025
- Handled production line documentation for waste, downtime and output.
- Kept production line ready for monthly inspections and yearly audits by consistently following optimal processes.
- Trained workers in proper operation, calibration, and maintenance of production line equipment.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts and scissor lift to safely move heavy loads.
- Monitored employee activities to verify consistent use of good manufacturing principles.
Line Relief/Break Person
Canyon Bakehouse
03.2022 - 08.2023
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
Production Helper
Canyon Bakehouse
12.2021 - 03.2022
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
Washington High School
Washington, IN05.2001
Skills
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- Electrical systems
- Parts fabrication
- Confined space entry
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Conveyor systems
- Cooling systems
- First aid and CPR
- Pneumatic systems
- Preventive Maintenance
- Fork lift certified
- Team coordination
- Troubleshooting
- Quality control
- Quality assurance
- Equipment operation
- Waste reduction
Certification
First Aid/CPR Certified
Fork Lift Certified
Scissor Lift Certified
Timeline
Production Lead
Canyon Bakehouse
10.2025 - Current
Maintenance Engineer Helper
Canyon Bakehouse
07.2025 - Current
Production Lead
Canyon Bakehouse
08.2023 - 06.2025
Line Relief/Break Person
Canyon Bakehouse
03.2022 - 08.2023
Production Helper
Canyon Bakehouse
12.2021 - 03.2022
High School Diploma - General Studies
Washington High School