Darlene Knepp
Port Byron ,NY
Summary
Dynamic team leader with a proven track record at Melanie Reith, excelling in project management and workflow optimization. Skilled in mentoring and fostering collaboration, I implemented quality control measures that enhanced operational efficiency and consistently met production targets. Committed to safety compliance and continuous improvement, I drive team success through effective coaching and performance monitoring.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Leader
Melanie Reith
Elbridge, NY
01.2020 - 12.2025
- Led team in achieving project milestones, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Streamlined workflow processes to enhance operational efficiency and reduce turnaround times.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering skills development and promoting a collaborative team environment.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain high standards of output and service delivery.
- Coordinated cross-functional team efforts to optimize resource allocation and project execution.
Machine Operator
Fowler Farms
Wolcott, NY
2024 - 2025
- Operated and maintained machinery to ensure optimal production levels.
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying and resolving issues promptly.
- Trained new operators on safe machine usage and operational procedures.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency.
- Conducted routine inspections to uphold safety and quality standards.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production targets consistently.
- Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical problems to minimize downtime.
- Maintained accurate records of production runs and equipment maintenance activities.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean and organized workstation, adhering to safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes and improve overall performance.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sodus Central
Sodus, NYSkills
- Team leadership
- Project management
- Workflow optimization
- Quality control
- Operational efficiency
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Machinery operation
- Process improvement
- Training and development
- Performance monitoring
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Record keeping
- Production targets achievement
- Team mentoring
- Inspection and safety standards
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Team motivation
- Coaching and mentoring
- Goal setting
- Overseeing daily activities
- Quality improvement
- Safety
- Client support
- Cash handling
- Client service
- Issue resolution
- Complaint resolution
- Shift scheduling
- Giving constructive feedback
- Evaluating employee work
- Team Check-ins
- Performance evaluations
- Influencing skills
- SMART goals
- Employee evaluation
- Technical support
- Overtime management
- Call center operations
- Employee training
Timeline
Team Leader
Melanie Reith
01.2020 - 12.2025
Machine Operator
Fowler Farms
2024 - 2025
High School Diploma -
Sodus Central