Christine Runista
Owatonna,Minnesota
Summary
Seasoned Quality Auditor at Pearson, adept in ISO 9001 and leading teams to enhance product quality and compliance. Leveraged problem-solving aptitude and exceptional communication skills to achieve significant improvements in audit processes and product standards, contributing to a notable increase in quality assurance metrics.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Auditor
Pearson
Owatonna, Minnesota
01.2023 - Current
- Performed internal audits to verify adherence to quality guidelines.
- Recognized improvement opportunities through product analysis.
- Investigated customer complaints and initiated corrective actions.
- Conducted in-depth analysis to determine root causes of non-conformance issues.
- Recommended changes in products or processes to improve quality levels.
- Facilitated timely problem-solving with production teams for quality improvement.
- Guided team members on executing corrective action plans.
- Ensured documentation for inspections and audits remained organized.
- Investigated quality issues to find root causes.
- Regularly monitored manufacturing sections for compliance violations affecting product quality.
- Conducted product inspections and tests to identify non-conformities.
- Ensured fairness in evaluations to achieve top audit outcomes.
- Assessed compliance based on given specifications.
- Identified key compliance issues for management team.
- Built relationships with operators to establish good communication between us.
- Communicated issues encountered during testing to key team members.
- Identified production concerns and worked with supervisors to understand and remedy situations.
- I filled out the proper inspection papers after examining the product that the operator gave me to audit. Signing off on the product if it passed all the specifications.
- Evaluated discrepancies in colors, shapes, textures, and grades.
- Organized items to facilitate testing procedures.
- Identified appropriate samples for testing.
- Managed disposal of non-compliant products and materials.
- Learned new testing methods through continued education and research.
Collate Operator
Pearson
Owatonna, Minnesota
07.2021 - 01.2023
- Monitored and adjusted machine operations as needed for quality assurance.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Ensured alignment of production setups with client specifications.
- Verified accuracy of material measurements before loading into machines.
- Ensured that all materials used were up to standard and free from defects.
- Troubleshooted mechanical problems with machines, making repairs or adjustments when necessary.
- Conducted regular inspections of machinery to identify any potential issues or malfunctions.
- Adjusted feed rates and machine speeds as required during operation.
- Documented daily production results accurately and completely.
- Supplied production lines by loading feed machines with needed materials.
- Followed established safety procedures while operating machinery and working around hazardous materials.
- Checked product quality against specified standards at each stage of production process.
- Reported any discrepancies or abnormalities in the production process immediately to supervisor.
- Met deadlines for completion of assigned tasks efficiently and effectively.
- Set up tools, gauges, and other related parts for use in production operations.
- Maintained records relating to product output numbers, scrap rate analysis, downtime reports.
- Offered guidance to newcomers on operating machinery accurately.
- Maintained current knowledge of technology changes via continuous learning.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- Inspected finished products to verify conformity to quality standards.
- Worked with team members to accelerate project completion.
- Observed and troubleshot equipment and machines to detect malfunctions and notify appropriate personnel of needed repairs.
- Checked control panel and gauges during equipment operation.
- Followed daily preventive maintenance schedule for cleaning and lubricating machinery.
- Enhanced workplace safety by following established procedures.
- Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
- Assessed production requirements based on detailed work orders.
- Hand-assembled needed parts with bolts and screws.
- Measured and weighed items to meet quality standards and prevent waste.
- Marked finished products with necessary information.
- Maintained orderly arrangement of product elements to boost efficiency.
Buyer/Planner
Amesbury Truth
Owatonna, Minnesota
01.2020 - 07.2021
- Established efficient delivery schedules through collaboration.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure availability of products for customers.
- Developed relationships with vendors to secure better prices and payment terms.
- Managed inventory control systems to track stock levels, deliveries and related information.
- Participated in negotiations with vendors concerning prices, delivery schedules, warranties and other contractual issues.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders such as marketing teams to understand product needs and specifications.
- Implemented strategies that resulted in significant cost savings.
- Maintained supplier relationships to improve lead time, cost and quality.
- Worked with suppliers to expedite open purchase orders and shipments in-transit.
- Negotiated with selected suppliers to obtain lowest unit cost.
- Participated in supplier calls to define component deliveries, meeting scheduled production dates.
- Assessed trends and inventory usage to provide maximum product coverage for different time frames.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to meet customer requirements and market demands.
- Synchronized supply chain inventory with customer demand to mitigate excess and obsolete inventory.
- Organized inventory for multiple locations and diversified product selections.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure reliable supply chains.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to replenish stock while minimizing excess.
- Collaborated with quality assurance teams to ensure products met company and industry standards.
- Implemented cost-saving initiatives that reduced procurement expenses by a significant percentage.
- Assessed supplier performance based on quality, cost, and delivery metrics, and addressed any issues.
- Tracked product and supply inventories and reported findings to supervisors.
- Examined, selected and purchased merchandise consistent with specification requirements.
- Ensured on-time delivery by overseeing progress and updating plans.
- Developed communication strategies to keep stakeholders informed of progress throughout the lifecycle of projects.
- Coordinated meetings between teams, departments to discuss project updates, status.
- Facilitated discussions between teams and departments about potential roadblocks that could impact project success.
- Organized information gathered from multiple sources into concise format for easy reference by other departments.
- Led brainstorming sessions with cross-functional teams to generate ideas for improving existing systems and processes.
- Managed resources to keep production lines functional.
- Scheduled supply of materials, meeting production schedules and minimum safety stock levels.
- Partnered with suppliers, buyers, schedulers, shipping and receiving, quality and production teams to promote timely delivery, availability and production usage of materials for optimal production.
- Identified potential issues and resolutions with inventory and quality while introducing new products, engineering changes and customer conversions.
Team Leader
Amesbury Truth
Owatonna, Minnesota
07.1991 - 01.2020
- Coordinated team activities and delegated tasks to ensure efficient completion of projects.
- Formulated approaches to address team conflicts.
- Consistently reviewed team members to monitor progress.
- Offered coaching and feedback to enhance employee performance.
- Created training materials and conducted group trainings on new processes or procedures.
- Assisted with recruitment efforts by providing input on hiring decisions.
- Supervised daily operations for compliance with policies and procedures.
- Established clear expectations for employees, providing guidance when needed.
- Held weekly staff meetings to review project updates, discuss issues, and brainstorm solutions.
- Evaluated information streams to uncover departmental efficiency gains.
- Discovered process enhancement opportunities with the application of Lean Six Sigma principles.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure alignment of goals across teams.
- Maintained a positive work environment that promoted collaboration between team members.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations in the workplace.
- Resolved customer complaints in an effective manner while maintaining a high level of customer service.
- Implemented changes in response to changing business needs or customer demands.
- Assisted with special projects as needed, such as inventory control, safety meetings, and improvement projects across the business.
- Enhanced interaction among various departmental teams.
- Participated in regular meetings with senior leadership to provide updates on team progress.
- Offered training and support to keep team members motivated and working toward objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency through task delegation.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and free of safety hazards to maximize efficiency.
- Motivated and empowered team members to build customer satisfaction and loyalty to support retention and growth.
- Promoted to leadership position in recognition of strong work ethic and provided exceptional customer service.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
- Assigned projects and distributed tasks to team members as per area of expertise.
- Mentored newly hired employees on machine operations and implemented training on safety procedures to prevent injuries.
- Maintained daily inventory to facilitate successful material distribution.
- Ensured compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in all team activities.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss targets, strategies, and address any issues.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging innovation and efficiency.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues promptly, ensuring high levels of satisfaction.
- Managed conflict resolution within the team to maintain a positive work environment.
- Implemented strategic plans to enhance team performance and productivity.
- Allocated resources effectively to ensure project completion within deadlines and budget.
- Maintained open lines of communication with senior management, reporting team progress and challenges.
- Collaborated with other departments to streamline processes and improve interdepartmental cooperation.
- Motivated team members through recognition programs and performance-based incentives.
- Initiated adoption of innovative technologies to enhance team efficiency.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
- Developed targets to monitor and review project success.
- Oversaw quality control to identify inconsistencies and malfunctions.
- Implemented strategies to take advantage of new opportunities.
- Created plans to propose solutions to problems related to efficiency.
- Evaluated needs of departments and delegated tasks to optimize overall production.
Line Assembler
Amesbury Truth
Owatonna, Minnesota
07.1989 - 07.1991
- Assembled components of window hardware parts according to specifications.
- Inspected finished products for defects and conformance to quality standards.
- Operated hand tools, such as drills, grinders, and wrenches in assembly process.
- Performed routine maintenance on production machinery and equipment.
- Worked with team members to ensure the timely completion of projects.
- Organized work area and ensured cleanliness at all times.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery and working with hazardous materials.
- Monitored production processes, ensuring efficiency and accuracy of output.
- Identified defective parts or assemblies during inspection process and notified supervisor immediately.
- Loaded raw materials into machines for processing tasks.
- Assisted coworkers with complex assembly tasks when necessary.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
- Provided assistance in training new line assemblers on proper use of equipment.
- Kept track of production goals set by management and worked towards achieving them.
- Troubleshot problems related to assembly lines as they arose.
- Adhered to strict quality control standards throughout the manufacturing process.
- Placed finished products in completed box in preparation for packing and distribution.
- Followed work orders to correctly assemble building components.
- Tracked counts of work cycles for accuracy.
- Boxed, labeled and moved items to keep production lines moving swiftly.
- Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs, blue print reading.
- Assembled component parts of items and completed hand-finishing of final products.
- Completed accurate assembly work by positioning and aligning components.
- Completed component assembly with minimal supervision to meet deadlines.
- Arranged goods in bins following pre-established guidelines.
- Placed products in equipment or on work surfaces for further processing, inspecting or wrapping.
- Assembled components by examining connections for correct fit, fastening parts and subassemblies.
- Removed physical refuse and debris and organized tools to maintain safe work environment.
- Read and interpreted schematics, blueprints and assembly instructions to produce components.
- Used mathematics skills to calculate material consumption, hourly rates, and relevant assembly details.
- Worked through each required task and step in production processes.
- Maintained assembly and production equipment to meet operational goals.
- Collaborated with team members to complete demanding projects under tight deadlines.
- Determined work assignments and assembly procedures to maximize efficiency and productivity.
- Supervised assembler teams and trained or oriented new employees on procedures.
- Interpreted work orders and blueprints, operating to production specifications to complete high-quality, fully compliant products.
Education
High School Diploma -
Owatonna High School
Owatonna, MN06-1988
Skills
- Conformance assessment
- ISO 9001
- Production inspection
- Investigation leadership
- Product auditing
- Audit process coordination
- Compliance standards
- Defect Identification
- Precision measurement
- Problem-solving abilities
- Professionalism
- Time management abilities
- Team Leadership
- Communication Skills
- Quality Assurance
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Multitasking Abilities
- Troubleshooting
- Product Knowledge
- Team building
Timeline
Quality Auditor
Pearson
01.2023 - Current
Collate Operator
Pearson
07.2021 - 01.2023
Buyer/Planner
Amesbury Truth
01.2020 - 07.2021
Team Leader
Amesbury Truth
07.1991 - 01.2020
Line Assembler
Amesbury Truth
07.1989 - 07.1991
High School Diploma -
Owatonna High School
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