Holly Sams
Shelby,NC
Summary
Dynamic operations professional skilled in workflow optimization and capacity planning. Demonstrated success in analyzing production data to identify bottlenecks and implement process improvements, driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Manager
Walker Woodworking INC
Shelby, NC
03.2022 - Current
- Coordinated daily schedules for production teams, enhancing operational productivity.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Analyzed production data to identify bottlenecks and recommend process improvements.
- Collaborated with team members to foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
- Streamlined operations by identifying inefficiencies and implementing process improvements.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring smooth workflow while addressing any issues that arose promptly.
- Implemented new software solutions, resulting in increased efficiency and accuracy in data tracking and reporting.
- Using Lean focuses on eliminating waste like defects, overproduction, waiting, and excess motion, by developing and implementing Lean strategies, empowering staff through training, optimizing workflow (5S & Kanban), managing budgets, ensuring quality (Six Sigma), and fostering a culture of continuous improvement (Kaizen) to boost efficiency, productivity, and profitability in cabinet production.
Lead Engineer - Cabinet Manufacturer
Walker Woodworking INC
Shelby, NC
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Led cross-functional teams to streamline woodworking production processes.
- Mentored junior engineers, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing.
- Collaborated with design teams to optimize product specifications and functionality.
- Managed project timelines and deliverables, ensuring alignment with company goals.
- Assessed scope and requirements to assist with project design determinations.
- Oversaw the successful completion of multiple concurrent projects, balancing priorities while maintaining strong attention to detail.
- Managed vendor relationships to secure favorable pricing terms on components while maintaining high quality standards throughout procurement processes.
Engineer - Cabinet Manufacturer
Walker Woodworking INC
Shelby, NC
03.2019 - 01.2021
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment with client requirements and timelines.
- Conducted quality assurance assessments to maintain high standards in product output and safety compliance.
- Researched and integrated new technologies to enhance manufacturing capabilities and product innovation.
- Established strong working relationships with clients through exceptional communication skills, fostering trust and collaboration.
- Developed positive working relationships with stakeholders to effectively coordinate work activities.
- Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.
Project Manager - Cabinet Manufacturer
Sycamore Cabinetry
Charlotte, NC
02.2013 - 03.2019
- Coordinated daily schedules for production teams, enhancing operational productivity.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Analyzed production data to identify bottlenecks and recommend process improvements.
- Collaborated with team members to foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
- Streamlined operations by identifying inefficiencies and implementing process improvements.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring smooth workflow while addressing any issues that arose promptly.
- Implemented new software solutions, resulting in increased efficiency and accuracy in data tracking and reporting.
- Using Lean focuses on eliminating waste like defects, overproduction, waiting, and excess motion, by developing and implementing Lean strategies, empowering staff through training, optimizing workflow (5S & Kanban), managing budgets, ensuring quality (Six Sigma), and fostering a culture of continuous improvement (Kaizen) to boost efficiency, productivity, and profitability in cabinet production.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interior Design
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC05-2009
Skills
- Operational efficiency
- Waste reduction
- Production scheduling
- Lean manufacturing
- Workflow optimization
- Production planning
- Capacity planning
- Cost reduction
- Lean Management
- Scheduling
Accomplishments
- 40 under 40 for Woodworking Network 2025
Certification
OSHA 10
CPR
Timeline
Operations Manager
Walker Woodworking INC
03.2022 - Current
Lead Engineer - Cabinet Manufacturer
Walker Woodworking INC
01.2021 - 06.2022
Engineer - Cabinet Manufacturer
Walker Woodworking INC
03.2019 - 01.2021
Project Manager - Cabinet Manufacturer
Sycamore Cabinetry
02.2013 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Science - Interior Design
Western Carolina University