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Derry Watson

San Tan Valley,AZ

Summary

Dynamic production professional with extensive experience at Lucid Motors, excelling in manufacturing support and quality assurance. Proven track record in training and mentoring teams, enhancing productivity and collaboration. Certified forklift operator skilled in equipment operation, committed to maintaining safety and efficiency in fast-paced environments.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Worker

Lucid Motors
08.2022 - Current
  • Acting as interim team lead.
  • Key contributor to successful relocation of production operations to new site in Casa Grand.
  • Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
  • Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
  • Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.

Dock Team Lead

Frito Lay
06.2016 - 07.2022
  • Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
  • Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
  • Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.

Trainer

Target
08.2007 - 06.2016
  • Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
  • Identified workers with specific skill sets to recommend for promotions or raises, increasing internal hiring 7%.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
  • Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other to move materials.
  • Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.

Education

Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Maricopa Community Colleges, Estrella Mountain Community College
Avondale, AZ

Skills

  • Manufacturing support
  • Quality assurance standards
  • Forklift certification
  • Equipment operation
  • Team collaboration
  • New hire training
  • Interpersonal communication

Timeline

Production Worker

Lucid Motors
08.2022 - Current

Dock Team Lead

Frito Lay
06.2016 - 07.2022

Trainer

Target
08.2007 - 06.2016

Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Maricopa Community Colleges, Estrella Mountain Community College