FRANCESCA DEES BOWEN
Jeffersonville,In
Summary
Professional production specialist with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in overseeing production processes, optimizing workflows, and ensuring quality standards. Reliable and adaptable, effectively managing resources and fostering productive work environment. Expertise in safety protocols, inventory management, and process improvement.
Overview
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1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
Niagara Bottling, LLC
06.2023 - Current
- Supervised daily production operations, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency across multiple production lines.
- Trained and mentored new staff on operational procedures and equipment usage.
- Coordinated with maintenance teams to minimize downtime and optimize equipment performance.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Developed training programs that improved employee skill sets and operational knowledge.
- Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
- Consistently met or exceeded production targets while maintaining strict quality standards, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
- Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment performance, reviewing materials supplies, and organizing manpower.
- Streamlined communication between departments, fostering a collaborative work environment for efficient problemsolving.
- Managed daily production schedules to meet challenging deadlines, adjusting workflows as necessary.
- Conducted performance reviews, identifying areas for development and providing constructive feedback.
- Maintained compliance with health and safety regulations, conducting regular audits and risk assessments.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Managed team of 13 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
Supervisor
DAWN FOOD PRODUCTS
07.2017 - 05.2023
- Oversaw 13 assembly lines, ensuring compliance with safety standards and quality control procedures.
- Supervise a staff of up to 50 employees with scheduling and performance evaluation responsibilities.
- Collaborate with other departments to improve overall efficiency and productivity.
- Conducted quality checks and audits, ensuring that all paperwork is completed accurately.
- Lead team safety discussions and implement safety procedures to reduce accidents and injuries.
- Set up lines for the next shift to start up successfully, ensuring a seamless transition between shifts.
- Focus the team on improving efficiency and productivity through 5's methodology.
- Utilized SAP and Kronos to manage production schedules and monitor employee attendance.
Sequence Technician
WESTPORT AXEL
10.2016 - 07.2017
- Sequenced seat belts to be shipped to the Ford Truck Plant.
- Maintained production records and prepared daily reports.
- Ensured timely delivery of finished goods.
Assembler Packer/Operator
SONOCO
10.2015 - 08.2016
- Operated packaging equipment and ensured the accuracy of product packaging.
- Inspected products for defects and prepared them for shipment.
- Maintained production records and prepared daily reports.
Assembler Assemble
DELTA FAUCET COMPANY
02.2006 - 09.2015
- Rotated through all the tasks required in a particular production process.
- Reviewed Bill of Materials to ensure work was performed according to specification.
- Packaged finished goods and prepared them for shipment.
- Trained staff members on Bill of Material and Job Instruction Training.
- Implemented safety measures to enhance efficiency and reduce workplace accidents.
- Managed and tracked inventory to ensure optimal stock levels.
- Worked with LEAN manufacturing to streamline production processes and reduce waste.
- Recognized as a 5s Leader and Safety Implementation expert.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ripley High School
Ripley, TN05.1996
Skills
- Manufacturing Operations Management
- Technology Use & Integration
- Manpower Utilization & Cost Containment
- Staff Supervision, Training & Development
- Safety and Kaizen Methodologies
- 5S, JIT & LEAN Manufacturing
- Training and mentoring
- Production management
- Continuous improvement
Certification
- Certificate- JIT | DEI (Developing Emotional Intelligence), April 2023
- Familiar with MS Word and Excel
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Niagara Bottling, LLC
06.2023 - Current
Supervisor
DAWN FOOD PRODUCTS
07.2017 - 05.2023
Sequence Technician
WESTPORT AXEL
10.2016 - 07.2017
Assembler Packer/Operator
SONOCO
10.2015 - 08.2016
Assembler Assemble
DELTA FAUCET COMPANY
02.2006 - 09.2015
High School Diploma -
Ripley High School