Carriel Jordan
Northport,AL
Summary
Adept at machine operation and team leadership, I significantly enhanced assembly line efficiency and employee engagement at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Leveraging strong problem-solving and organizational skills, I implemented safety procedures that drastically reduced accidents, demonstrating a commitment to operational excellence and workforce development.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Assembly Line Team Leader
Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Vance, AL
12.2020 - 12.2024
- Provided cross-training opportunities for team members to enhance their skillsets, resulting in increased versatility and adaptability on the assembly line.
- Managed employee performance reviews, setting clear expectations and goals for each team member while providing support to help them reach their full potential.
- Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status.
- Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labor, equipment and materials.
- Conducted root cause analysis on defects, implementing corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence within the production process.
- Implemented safety procedures, significantly reducing workplace accidents and injuries.
- Coordinated with quality assurance personnel to establish strict standards for final product inspections, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Evaluated worker performance metrics, providing constructive feedback during regular performance reviews for skill enhancement purposes.
- Enhanced assembly line efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing principles and streamlining processes.
- Supervised shift changes, ensuring proper documentation of completed tasks and facilitating efficient handoffs between teams.
- Liaised with upper management regarding operational challenges, proposing viable solutions to optimize overall assembly line performance.
- Led daily team meetings to review production goals, address concerns, and maintain open lines of communication among staff members.
- Achieved on-time delivery of products by closely monitoring progress and adjusting workflows as needed.
- Increased product quality through rigorous inspection protocols and timely feedback to team members.
- Assisted with employee training programs to develop skilled workers capable of handling complex tasks efficiently.
- Cultivated professional working relationships with peers and supervisors.
- Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
- Collaborated with other leaders and executives to direct workflow and support operations.
- Oversaw the hiring and onboarding process for new team members, ensuring they received proper training and were well-equipped to contribute effectively to the assembly line processes.
- Boosted employee morale, ensuring proper training and support for all team members to perform their roles efficiently.
- Participated in company-wide continuous improvement initiatives, sharing best practices and collaborating with other team leaders to drive organizational growth.
Assembly Line Production Worker
North America On-Site
Vance, AL
12.2014 - 12.2019
- Operated various tools and equipment proficiently for faster product assembly without compromising quality.
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Collaborated effectively with team members to maintain smooth workflow and efficient product assembly.
- Assisted quality assurance by inspecting items and removing defective parts.
- Maintained a clean and organized workstation, ensuring optimal productivity and safety for all workers.
- Followed outlined specifications to implement assembly plans.
- Stocked and replenished parts used on assembly line to maintain consistent supply and inventory.
- Contributed to overall team success by meeting daily production targets consistently.
- Boxed, labeled, and transported items to support assembly operations.
- Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
- Trained new employees, instructing each in use of machinery, standard operating procedures and company policies.
- Managed inventory of parts required for assembly, notifying supervisors of low stock levels when necessary.
- Demonstrated adaptability by learning new procedures quickly when changes were implemented on the production line.
- Exceeded company expectations regarding punctuality and attendance, demonstrating a strong work ethic and commitment to the success of the assembly line team.
- Performed visual and functional inspection of components to determine quality and identify defects.
- Promoted teamwork among colleagues through effective communication skills and collaboration efforts on the production floor.
- Achieved consistent results in product quality while maintaining a fast-paced work environment on the assembly line.
- Displayed strong problem-solving abilities when faced with challenges during the assembly process, finding solutions efficiently without compromising quality or speed.
- Developed and implemented process improvement strategies.
- Documented production data and output to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Led production meetings to provide reports to management.
- Met daily production quotas by working effectively within a fast-paced assembly line environment.
- Collaborated with team members to maximize productivity and ensure seamless workflow on the assembly line.
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere, fostering strong relationships with colleagues while maintaining professionalism and focus on tasks at hand.
Lead Loader/ Forklift Driver
Coral Industries
Tuscaloosa, AL
03.2010 - 12.2014
- Maintained accurate records of loaded cargo, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
- Overcame space constraints in storage areas through strategic stacking techniques, maximizing available space while maintaining safe conditions.
- Played an instrumental role in successful peak season operations through effective resource allocation and workload management planning.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
- Managed a team of loaders, ensuring timely completion of tasks with optimal productivity levels.
- Collaborated closely with management in developing long-term strategies for operational efficiency improvements in the loading department.
- Picked, received and loaded orders using forklift or pallet jack and inspected and maintained warehouse machines.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
Saw Machine Operator
MCM
Tuscaloosa, AL
08.2008 - 12.2010
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes and improve overall performance.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Ensured accurate cuts by calibrating saw machines before each shift, adhering to strict measurements and guidelines.
- Exceeded quality standards with meticulous attention to detail during cutting operations.
- Optimized cutting patterns to minimize material waste, resulting in cost savings for the company.
- Set up and calibrated machinery to meet specific production requirements.
- Inspected and adjusted saws to establish accurate cutting measures.
- Increased workplace safety by implementing standard operating procedures and training new employees on best practices.
Education
Tuscaloosa County High
Northport, ALNon - Business Management
University of West Alabama
Livingston, ALSkills
- Machine operation
- Standard operating procedures
- Team management
- Waste minimization
- Production scheduling
- Employee engagement
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking Abilities
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Decision-making
- Team collaboration and leadership
Timeline
Assembly Line Team Leader
Mercedes-Benz Stadium
12.2020 - 12.2024
Assembly Line Production Worker
North America On-Site
12.2014 - 12.2019
Lead Loader/ Forklift Driver
Coral Industries
03.2010 - 12.2014
Saw Machine Operator
MCM
08.2008 - 12.2010
Tuscaloosa County High
Non - Business Management
University of West Alabama