Autumn Lay
Dardanelle,LA
Summary
Results-driven Team Leader with a proven track record in operational efficiency, team motivation, and exceptional customer service. Successfully implemented process improvements that enhanced productivity and maintained high safety standards.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Team Leader
Conagra Brands
Russellville, AR
10.2021 - Current
- Oversaw daily production activities to ensure operational efficiency and quality standards.
- Trained and mentored team members, enhancing skills and promoting safety compliance.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced downtime and increased productivity.
- Coordinated workflow among team members to optimize resource allocation and task completion.
- Monitored inventory levels, ensuring availability of materials for uninterrupted production flow.
- Mentored new employees, providing them with the necessary knowledge and guidance to become effective members of the production team.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Led a team of production workers to consistently meet deadlines and exceed performance goals.
- Improved employee morale by fostering a positive work environment through clear communication and supportive leadership.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols, maintaining an accident-free workplace throughout tenure as Production Team Leader.
- Enhanced operational success through effective staffing, strong training, adherence to safety regulations and well-timed customer service.
- Maintained open lines of communication with upper management, reporting progress updates on key metrics regularly.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
- Enhanced production efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing workflow improvements.
- Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
- Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
- Implemented lean manufacturing principles within the team, reducing waste and increasing overall efficiency levels.
- Reduced waste and increased profitability through effective inventory management and quality control measures.
- Actively participated in continuous improvement initiatives, contributing valuable insights on process optimization strategies.
- Cultivated professional working relationships with peers and supervisors.
- Repaired equipment to keep jobs moving smoothly, informing maintenance department of major machinery failures.
- Optimized resource allocation and scheduling to maximize output while minimizing downtime.
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
- Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
- Reviewed production schedules and streamlined processes.
- Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
- Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Legacy Heights Nursing And Rehab
Russellville, AR
08.2019 - 10.2021
- Provided direct patient care, assisting with daily living activities and ensuring comfort.
- Monitored vital signs, reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in patient environments to promote health.
- Assisted nursing team with documentation of patient progress and treatment plans.
- Trained new staff on operational protocols and best practices for patient care delivery.
- Implemented infection control procedures, reducing risk of hospital-acquired infections.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- primarily worked in lockdown unit with dementia and or alzheimer's patients
Server
Nuclear Plant
Russellville, AR
09.2016 - 05.2019
- Delivered exceptional customer service in fast-paced dining environment.
- Managed multiple tables efficiently, ensuring timely food and beverage service.
- Coordinated catering operations for events, ensuring timely food preparation and delivery.
- Managed inventory of supplies, optimizing usage to minimize waste and enhance efficiency.
- Developed customized menus based on client preferences and dietary restrictions.
- Oversaw setup and breakdown of event spaces, maintaining high service quality throughout.
- Prepared and plated diverse menu items to ensure high-quality presentation.
- Managed inventory levels, reducing waste through effective stock rotation practices.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline food preparation processes and enhance efficiency.
- Prepared ingredients for menu items, ensuring freshness and quality standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment effectively, maintaining safety and hygiene protocols.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking supplies to minimize waste.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Arkansas Tech University
Russellville, AR05-2018
High School Diploma -
Dover High School
Dover, AR05-2014
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Team motivation
- Team supervision
- People management
- Staff training
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Coaching and mentoring
- Documentation and reporting
- Work planning
- Complex Problem-solving
- Analytical thinking
- Goal setting
- Overseeing daily activities
- Quality improvement
- Conflict resolution
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Strong work ethic
- Exceptional customer service
- Cash handling
- Guest engagement
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Safe food handling
Certification
I took a Leadership skills assessment and passed for ConAgra Brands in order to be a lead. I took it down at the Work Force in Russellville, Arkansas.
Timeline
Team Leader
Conagra Brands
10.2021 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Legacy Heights Nursing And Rehab
08.2019 - 10.2021
Server
Nuclear Plant
09.2016 - 05.2019
No Degree - Nursing
Arkansas Tech University
High School Diploma -
Dover High School