Elizabeth Cartagena
Summary
Production Supervisor with extensive experience in managing daily operations and ensuring high-quality standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Proven track record in training teams, optimizing workflows, and resolving quality issues through effective problem-solving. Committed to driving operational excellence and enhancing productivity.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Supervisor
Louis Vuitton MNFG
01.2016 - 11.2025
- Supervised 50 artisans and 4 flow leads to achieve operational excellence.
- Improved efficiency by 50% through waste reduction initiatives, 5S implementation, and continuous improvement practices.
- Monitored KPIs to ensure achievement of productivity, quality, delivery, and safety objectives.
- Resolved quality issues through root cause analysis and corrective actions to minimize costs.
- Collaborated with Quality, Industrialization, and Production teams to support successful launches of new products and processes.
- Identified skill gaps and coordinated cross-training initiatives to increase workforce flexibility and production continuity.
- Onboarded and trained new employees, ensuring rapid integration and adherence to company standards.
- Evaluated team performance, addressed operational challenges, and implemented actions to improve productivity and quality.
- Mentored and coached employees through performance feedback, skills development, and career growth opportunities.
Flow Lead
Louis Vuitton MNFG
05.2015 - 12.2015
- Supported production supervisor in managing daily operations and workflow quality to achieve production goals.
- Assisted in training artisans on process requirements and quality standards.
- Identified opportunities to enhance efficiency, product quality, and workplace safety.
- Monitored material availability and inventory levels to ensure uninterrupted production flow.
Artisan
Louis Vuitton MNFG
03.2010 - 05.2015
- Crafted high-quality leather goods with precise stitching techniques for enhanced durability.
- Operated cutting, shaping, and assembling tools to create finished products.
- Collaborated with team members to uphold quality control standards consistently.
- Achieved performance targets while maintaining reliability across all tasks.
Education
High Shool Diploma -
Gladstone High
Covina, CA05-2003
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Citrus College
Glendora, CASkills
- Production management and quality assurance
- Workflow optimization and improvement
- Team leadership and collaboration
- Performance evaluation and decision-making
- Problem-solving and conflict resolution
- Effective communication skills
- 5S implementation experience
- Safety compliance
- Employee training and onboarding
- Coaching and mentoring
- Performance management strategies
- Cross-training programs
- Leadership development initiatives
- Standard work instructions creation
- Skills assessment methodologies
Certification
- Certificate of Achievement- LVUSM Leadership Academy
- Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certified
Leadership Experience
Led large production teams, motivating artisans and flow leads to meet goals while maintaining luxury craftsmanship standards.
Communication Skills
Strong communicator experienced in coordinating between Production, Quality, Industrialization, and Warehouse teams to maintain workflow continuity.
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Louis Vuitton MNFG
01.2016 - 11.2025
Flow Lead
Louis Vuitton MNFG
05.2015 - 12.2015
Artisan
Louis Vuitton MNFG
03.2010 - 05.2015
High Shool Diploma -
Gladstone High
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Citrus College