Bernadette Malone
Southaven,MS
Summary
Experienced Production Supervisor adept at keeping operations moving smoothly and efficiently. Comfortable meeting demanding manufacturing targets. Brings 10 years of progressive leadership experience in production environments. Quality-driven production leader with proven success in organizing workflows and coordinating resources to meet challenging goals. Industrious professional and resourceful problem-solver with persistent approach to tackling operational concerns. Good decision-making and team-building abilities with open and clear communication style. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
Rite-Hite
Southaven, MS
05.2019 - 01.2024
- Assist with doing payroll for associates, turning it into HR Assist with the hiring process Overall flow of the Production Department Identifying and prioritizing products needed to run the lines Organizes and assign work while providing supervision of the employee's production performance Evaluate staff for training needs and provide solutions Ensure that production schedules are being met Resolving employee conflicts to minimize the effect on overall production Performing Audits and Quality checks on production lines and components used Ensured the safety of personnel and equipment through daily inspection of assigned areas
- Initiated immediate corrective actions to reduce and eliminate workplace hazards
- Led a cross-functional team to analyze information and identify root causes for the development of solutions to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency while reducing waste
- Maintained close observation of orders staying informed of manufacturing status and, when needed, initiated the necessary action to conform to the daily production schedule
- Maintained positive employee/employer relations within the team, enforced company personnel and operational policies
- Communicated daily work assignments, safety standards, operating procedures, and policy revisions.
- Performed regular quality checks throughout the production process to ensure customer specifications were met.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production activities.
- Communicated effectively with other departments to ensure smooth workflow from start to finish.
Assembly Production Supervisor22
Fiskars Brands
Southaven, MS
03.2017 - 04.2019
- Overall flow of the Production Department Identifying and prioritizing products needed to run the lines Organizes and assign work while providing supervision of the employee's production performance Evaluate staff for training needs and provide solutions Ensure that production schedules are being met Resolving employee conflicts to minimize the effect on overall production Performing Audits and Quality checks on production lines and components used
- Supervised a team of 20+ employees, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently and accurately.
- Trained new staff on production processes and procedures.
- Performed regular quality checks throughout the production process to ensure customer specifications were met.
Quality Supervisor
Greenlee Textron
Southaven, MS
01.2009 - 02.2017
- Audit documentation and inspections to ensure compliance with requirements Provide daily quality reports Define problems and report all issues for analysis and disposition
- Comply with all safety requirements and proper use of PPE Manage and archive Quality documentation Create a daily report to include Quality audit results Review and update quality presentation for onboarding Review requirement for storage and racking solution
- Reviewed test results, inspected finished products, and monitored production operations for compliance with specifications.
- Documented inspection results, maintained records, and reported on data trends.
- Assisted in troubleshooting complex problems involving defective materials or equipment.
- Created detailed reports summarizing quality assurance findings and provided recommendations for improvement.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed in accordance with company policies.
- Analyzed customer feedback to identify areas of improvement in the product design process.
Shipping and Receiving Supervisor
William Sonma
Olive Branch, MS
07.2004 - 12.2008
- Supervised the daily activities of warehouse staff including assigning tasks and monitoring performance.
- Ensured that all incoming and outgoing shipments were properly documented and tracked.
- Maintained records of all materials received or shipped from the warehouse.
- Trained new employees on company policies and standard operating procedures related to shipping and receiving.
- Coordinated with vendors, suppliers, customers, and other departments to resolve shipping issues in a timely manner.
- Conducted regular inspections of loading docks to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Worked closely with carriers and freight forwarders to arrange logistics services and negotiate favorable rates.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure accurate stock counts and reorder points.
- Managed department priorities and provided leadership for on-time delivery production
- Provided guidance to warehouse personnel regarding proper handling procedures for fragile items during shipment preparation.
- Organized training for production staff to achieve performance objectives with quality instruction.
Quality Control Operator
Scan Source
Memphis, TN
01.2001 - 06.2004
- Oversee operations and provide impeccable customer service Processed data for products to be shipped and stored Used SAP and IBM technology to inter-data
- Make sure that materials were inspected before shipment
- Controlled inventory in the quality area.
- Maintained accurate records of inspection activities and results in accordance with quality system procedures.
- Coordinated with other departments regarding product acceptance decisions.
- Inspected incoming materials to verify conformance to specifications.
- Assisted engineering staff in troubleshooting problems related to product design or assembly.
- Provided feedback on production process improvements related to quality control activities.
- Performed visual inspections of products for defects or deviations from standards.
- Provided lab staff with samples for testing to check quality and safety of finished products.
- Performed visual inspections of finished products.
Program Coordinator
Jack and Jill Childcare Center
Florence, AL
09.1993 - 01.2001
- Managed all aspects of day-to-day operations as a supervisor at a childcare facility
- Managed fifteen employees day-to-day
- Controlled inventory and made sure that guidelines and procedures were followed
- Maintained confidential files and created employee schedules.
- Provided guidance and support to program participants in navigating resources, services, and opportunities.
- Managed the day-to-day operations of the program, ensuring compliance with applicable policies and regulations.
- Ensured timely completion of project deliverables within budget constraints.
- Maintained up-to-date records related to program activities.
- Prepared reports on progress towards program goals for management review.
- Facilitated communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and conference calls.
Education
Bachelor of Science And/with Education Degree - Early Childhood Education
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH ALABAMA
Florence AL05-1994
Associate of Applied Business - Business Management
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH ALABAMA
Florence Al.06-1991
Skills
- Project Management
- Report Preparation
- Assembly and Production
- Quality Control
- Process Improvement
- Business Management
- Supply Chain Distribution
- Inventory Oversight
- Computer Savvy
- Customer Service
- Training and Development
- Conflict Resolution
- Team Building
- Scheduling
- Marketing & Sales
- Supervisory/Team Leader
- Inventory/Quality Control
- Front-Office Operations
- Professional Presentations
- Lean Manufacturing
- 5s
- Training and Mentoring
- Workflow Optimization
- Production and Processing
- Manufacturing
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Rite-Hite
05.2019 - 01.2024
Assembly Production Supervisor22
Fiskars Brands
03.2017 - 04.2019
Quality Supervisor
Greenlee Textron
01.2009 - 02.2017
Shipping and Receiving Supervisor
William Sonma
07.2004 - 12.2008
Quality Control Operator
Scan Source
01.2001 - 06.2004
Program Coordinator
Jack and Jill Childcare Center
09.1993 - 01.2001
Bachelor of Science And/with Education Degree - Early Childhood Education
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH ALABAMA
Associate of Applied Business - Business Management
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH ALABAMA
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