Cori Arp
Romulus,MI
Summary
Accomplished Welding/Assembly Manager with over 20 years of experience in optimizing assembly processes, managing quality control, and implementing lean manufacturing. Expertise in enhancing workflow efficiency and communication across teams. Skilled in training personnel, driving process improvements, and resolving production challenges to ensure timely delivery and superior product quality.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Welding/Assembly Manager
Autokiniton
Belleville, MI
11.2004 - 03.2026
- Managed assembly line operations to ensure timely production schedules.
- Trained and mentored team members on assembly techniques and safety protocols.
- Oversaw inventory management for assembly materials and tools.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflow and reduced production delays.
- Scheduled staff shifts to meet production demands effectively.
- Communicated with other departments to align production goals with overall objectives.
- Resolved assembly issues swiftly to minimize downtime in operations.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and regulations.
- Analyzed data related to production output, efficiency, costs. to identify areas for improvement.
- Identified potential risks associated with assembly operations and developed solutions accordingly.
- Implemented strategies for cost reduction through improved efficiencies in labor, materials.
- Resolved conflicts between workers arising from differences in opinion or other issues quickly and effectively.
- Developed and implemented assembly processes to meet production goals.
- Allocated tasks to assembly workers according to their skill sets.
- Led weekly staff meetings with team members to discuss challenges faced in the assembly process.
- Developed key performance indicators related to productivity, quality control, waste reduction.
- Conducted regular quality assurance checks to ensure products met customer specifications.
- Monitored inventory levels of all components required for assembly operations.
- Performed root cause analysis when problems arose during the manufacturing process.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives designed to improve overall efficiency of production operations.
- Supervised and monitored the performance of assembly personnel, providing feedback and guidance.
- Implemented Lean Manufacturing principles to reduce waste and increase efficiency.
- Trained new employees on proper use of equipment and safety procedures in the workplace.
- Supervised production schedules, production quality and on-time delivery.
- Reduced operational interruptions by implementing strategies that streamlined production processes.
- Evaluated schedules, orders and forecasts to plan processes and meet timetables.
- Mitigated production issue risks by identifying potential problems and taking effective action.
- Managed product quality control and inventory processes, minimizing downtime and supporting revenue growth.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
- Liaised between senior plant management and line-level supervision to maintain open communications.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Skills
- Assembly process optimization
- Quality control management
- Lean manufacturing implementation
- Production/Workflow Optimization
- Inventory management
- Production data analysis
- Safety/Assessment management
- Risk assessment
- Technical training and mentoring
- Staffing requirement determination
- Labor management
- Leadership and team building
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Effective communication
- Interpersonal communication
- Active listening
- Written communication
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Problem solving methodologies
- Continuous improvement
- Attention to detail
- Task prioritization
- Time management abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organizational skills
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Schedule/Manage schedules
- Staff collaboration
Timeline
Welding/Assembly Manager - Autokiniton
11.2004 - 03.2026
WCCCD - Some College (No Degree),