Demetria Ampey
Emporia,VA
Summary
Proven leader in manufacturing efficiency, I enhanced team productivity by over 30% at Boars Head Provisions Co through lean manufacturing and effective training. Skilled in conflict resolution and production planning, my approach ensures safety and maximizes resource utilization, embodying teamwork and continuous improvement.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Team Lead
Boars Head Provisions Co
05.2012 - 09.2024
- Developed and executed production schedules, meeting customer requirements while optimizing resource utilization.
- Operated boxing line machines and also robots, while assisting team members and associates who needed help.
- Resolved conflicts among team members effectively while maintaining a positive working atmosphere conducive to productivity.
- Increased team productivity by setting clear expectations, providing regular feedback, and conducting performance evaluations.
- Improved production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing techniques and streamlining processes.
- Trained new operators and new associates on how to properly place products in boxes and send them through machine at fast and efficient pace.
- Showing associates how to properly palletize and move finished pallets with a hand jack.
Stocker/Unloader
Walmart
01.2009 - 06.2012
- Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
- Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
- Maintained effective team member communication.
- Enhanced inventory accuracy by diligently organizing and maintaining stockroom shelves.
- Collaborated with team members to complete stocking tasks during peak business hours, maintaining a well-stocked sales floor.
Cook/Cashier
Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits
06.2005 - 11.2009
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sussex Central High School
Sussex, VA 06.2008
Skills
- Production Planning Proficiency
- Employee Training and Development
- Equipment maintenance abilities
- Continuous Improvement Initiatives
- Safety Standards Compliance
- Time management mastery
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Lean Manufacturing Expertise
- Computer-Aided Design Basics
- Material Handling
- Warehouse Operations
- Employee Training
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Dependable and Responsible
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Active Listening
- Relationship Building
- Team building
- Forklift Operation
- Production Monitoring
- Equipment Operation
Timeline
Manufacturing Team Lead
Boars Head Provisions Co
05.2012 - 09.2024
Stocker/Unloader
Walmart
01.2009 - 06.2012
Cook/Cashier
Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits
06.2005 - 11.2009
High School Diploma -
Sussex Central High School
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