Angelia Sowell
Summary
Accomplished Production Manager at DENSO Manufacturing Arkansas, adept in strategic planning and staff management. Spearheaded multiple product launches, achieving significant productivity enhancements by identifying and resolving bottlenecks. Excelled in fostering cross-functional teamwork and leadership, ensuring quality standards and customer satisfaction. Skilled in production planning and continuous improvements, with a proven track record of meeting ambitious KPIs.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Manager
DENSO Manufacturing Arkansas
04.2019 - Current
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Managed multiple launching of new products and engineering changes concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
- Increased overall productivity 20% by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
- Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets of ten assembly lines.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products according to customer requirements..
Molding Manager
DENSO Manufacturing Arkansas
04.2014 - 04.2019
- Mentored eight Team Leaders, contributing to their professional growth while enhancing team performance overall.
- Delegated tasks appropriately to ensure optimal utilization of team member skills and capabilities.
- Adapted quickly to changing circumstances or unforeseen obstacles encountered during production, demonstrating resilience under pressure while continuing forward momentum towards achieving desired outcomes.
- Collaborated with management to develop strategic plans that aligned with company objectives.
- Supervised, encouraged and evaluated cross-functional teams by helping design and develop new equipment.
- Developed production schedules to maintain sufficient shift coverage.
- Oversaw multiple projects related to six 1300T, four 650T, and four 550T injection molding machines.
Molding Sr. Team Leader
DENSO Manufacturing Arkansas
04.2006 - 04.2014
- Set clear team goals and delegated tasks and set deadlines.
- Produced weekly, daily and monthly activity reports and forecasts.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient workflow processes and optimizing resource allocation.
- Built a cohesive team culture by recognizing individual achievements while emphasizing collective success as the ultimate goal.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for injection molding to equip team members with the necessary skills for success in their roles.
- Developed strong collaborative relationship with support departments to ensure equipment operated at optimal capacity
- Maintained six 1300, four 650, and four 550 ton JSW injection molding machines supplying ten assembly lines
Molding Team Leader
DENSO Manufacturing Arkansas
10.2004 - 04.2006
- Supervised 36 team members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements.
- Monitored team performance and reported daily status of production ratio, cost, delivery and safety.
- Worked with team to identify areas of improvement and devised solutions based on findings.
- Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity, accuracy, and commitment to friendly service.
- Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Collaborated with other department leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
Education
Associate of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Arkansas Northeastern College
Blytheville, AR03.1999
Skills
- Production Planning
- Strong leadership abilities
- Staff Management
- Continuous improvements
- Team Development
- Root Cause Analysis
- Production Line Management
- Equipment Operation
- Strategic Planning
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
- KPI Tracking
Timeline
Production Manager
DENSO Manufacturing Arkansas
04.2019 - Current
Molding Manager
DENSO Manufacturing Arkansas
04.2014 - 04.2019
Molding Sr. Team Leader
DENSO Manufacturing Arkansas
04.2006 - 04.2014
Molding Team Leader
DENSO Manufacturing Arkansas
10.2004 - 04.2006
Associate of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Arkansas Northeastern College
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