ELIZABETH CROWNOVER
Beaverton,Oregon
Summary
Operations leader with 10+ years of progressive leadership experience delivering measurable improvements across semiconductor manufacturing, industrial operations, Lean transformation, business operations, and continuous improvement. Proven ability to lead teams of up to 30 employees, build operational systems from the ground up, develop leaders, and translate strategy into execution. Recognized for creating practical solutions that improve productivity, strengthen accountability, simplify complex processes, and build highly engaged teams. Combines frontline credibility with strategic thinking, financial acumen from business ownership, and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting.
Overview
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1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Supervisor
Entegris
12.2024 - Current
- Lead daily semiconductor manufacturing operations for a 14-person team, balancing safety, quality, delivery, staffing, and productivity.
- Collaborated with engineering, quality, maintenance, planning, and leadership to eliminate production constraints, enhancing throughput.
- Led operational improvement initiatives that prepared organization for increased production demand, aligning resources with growth targets.
- Implemented standardized work, visual management, KPI tracking, and structured communication systems, ensuring consistency across shifts.
- Coach employees and frontline leaders while building a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement.
Operations Manager / Owner
Transparent Contracting Solutions
02.2020 - 12.2023
- Directed business operations, overseeing finance, bookkeeping, scheduling, customer relationships, vendor management, estimating, and project execution to ensure seamless workflows.
- Managed multiple concurrent projects, achieving profitability and enhancing customer satisfaction through effective operational practices.
- Built scalable operational systems that streamlined communication, organized processes, and enhanced project execution.
Sales Administration Supervisor
Oregon Tool
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Coordinated cross-functional teams in sales, manufacturing, planning, and customer service to enhance collaboration.
- Streamlined reporting and workflows to support effective business execution.
- Coordinated sales processes to streamline customer order fulfillment.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure product availability and accuracy.
- Oversaw team training on sales software and internal procedures.
Continuous Improvement Supervisor / Lead
Oregon Tool
12.2016 - 01.2019
- Led enterprise Lean initiatives and facilitated more than 20 Kaizen events.
- Reduced critical parts shortages by 74% through process redesign and cross-functional collaboration.
- Designed production and inventory dashboards, KPI scorecards, and visual management tools to enhance operational visibility.
- Created Tiered Daily Management boards and systems across multiple facilities to standardize performance tracking.
- Developed and delivered workshops on Leader Standard Work and Daily Management System implementation.
- Coached leaders and frontline employees in Lean thinking and structured problem solving to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Colorado State University Global
Aurora, COSkills
- Operations Leadership
- Manufacturing Management
- Operational Excellence
- Lean Manufacturing
- Continuous Improvement
- Kaizen Facilitation
- Leader Standard Work
- Tiered Daily Management
- Visual Management
- KPI Development
- Dashboard Design
- Change Management
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Team Development
- Performance Management
- Process Optimization
- Root Cause Analysis
- Strategic Planning
- Project Management
- Business Operations
- SAP
- Advanced Excel
- Power BI
- Accounting
Core Expertise
- Operations Leadership
- Manufacturing Management
- Operational Excellence
- Lean Manufacturing
- Continuous Improvement
- Kaizen Facilitation
- Leader Standard Work
- Tiered Daily Management
- Visual Management
- KPI Development
- Dashboard Design
- Change Management
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Team Development
- Performance Management
- Process Optimization
- Root Cause Analysis
- Strategic Planning
- Project Management
- Business Operations
- SAP
- Advanced Excel
- Power BI
- Accounting
Leadership Philosophy
I believe sustainable performance comes from developing people before processes. My leadership style emphasizes trust, clear expectations, transparency, and continuous improvement. I help teams understand how their work contributes to organizational success, then equip them with the systems, coaching, and accountability needed to consistently exceed expectations.
Signature Achievements
- Led manufacturing and operations teams ranging from 14-30 employees in high-volume, fast-paced environments.
- Reduced critical parts outages by 74% through cross-functional Lean initiatives.
- Facilitated 20+ Kaizen events driving measurable improvements in productivity, flow, and waste reduction.
- Designed and built multiple production KPI dashboards and visual management systems that increased frontline visibility and accountability.
- Created and implemented Tiered Daily Management (TDM) systems and physical management boards across multiple facilities.
- Developed and led Leader Standard Work workshops that improved leadership consistency and operational discipline.
- Known for building collaborative, accountable teams through coaching, clear communication, and practical problem solving.
Certification
- OSHA HAZWOPER (40-Hour)
CPR / AED Certified
First Aid Certified
Timeline
Operations Supervisor
Entegris
12.2024 - Current
Operations Manager / Owner
Transparent Contracting Solutions
02.2020 - 12.2023
Sales Administration Supervisor
Oregon Tool
01.2019 - 01.2020
Continuous Improvement Supervisor / Lead
Oregon Tool
12.2016 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Colorado State University Global