Claire Powell
Groton
Summary
Operations and manufacturing leader driving measurable improvements in throughput and waste reduction. Developed capacity tracking models and automated processes, resulting in significant efficiency gains. Strong cross-functional collaborator, leveraging Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to optimize manufacturing environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
Precision Castparts Corp (PCC)
Groton, CT
07.2025 - Current
- Led shell room operations while collaborating cross-functionally to resolve issues
- Developed and implemented a production capacity tracking model, achieving approximately 20% throughput increase
- Automated routing processes, resulting in 9% reduction in scrap from nonconforming molds
- Designed daily operator tracking system to identify bottlenecks and improve accountability
- Utilized real-time data to optimize scheduling and labor allocation, enhancing commit performance
- Identified material cost savings opportunities totaling $15k quarterly
Production Engineer
Precision Castparts Corp (PCC)
Portland, OR
07.2024 - 07.2025
- Directed root cause analysis and implemented corrective actions for quality and process issues
- Enhanced manufacturing efficiency and minimized variability through targeted process improvements
- Facilitated dimensional and process improvements utilizing GD&T principles
Sales Account Manager
Precision Castparts Corp (PCC)
Portland, OR
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Managed customer accounts; coordinated production requirements to meet client needs
- Resolved issues between engineering, operations, and customers to enhance collaboration
- Coordinated procurement and supplier activities to ensure timely deliveries
Corporate Sales Intern
Precision Castparts Corp (PCC)
Portland, OR
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Kept detailed records of daily activities through online customer database.
- Attended monthly sales meetings and quarterly sales trainings.
- Developed and maintained strong working relationships with professionals within assigned territory.
- Contributed to team objectives in fast-paced environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Management
Gonzaga University
Spokane, WASkills
- Production oversight
- Production scheduling
- Supplier recovery
- Workflow management
- Process improvement
- Root cause analysis
- Inventory control
- Data analysis
- Excel proficiency
- Cross-functional leadership
Timeline
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
Precision Castparts Corp (PCC)
07.2025 - Current
Production Engineer
Precision Castparts Corp (PCC)
07.2024 - 07.2025
Sales Account Manager
Precision Castparts Corp (PCC)
07.2023 - 07.2024
Corporate Sales Intern
Precision Castparts Corp (PCC)
05.2022 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Management
Gonzaga University