Janet Shea
Youngstown,OH
Summary
Dedicated production professional with proven experience in team supervision and workflow optimization. Skilled in implementing safety protocols and quality checks to ensure operational excellence and meet customer specifications.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
Ultium Cells
Warren, Ohio
07.2025 - Current
- Supervised a team of 20+ employees, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently and accurately.
- Supervised daily production activities to ensure smooth operations.
- Coordinated team schedules to streamline workflow and maximize productivity.
- Trained new employees on safety procedures and equipment use.
- Implemented safety protocols that established a secure working environment.
- Monitored production quality to maintain high standards.
- Performed regular quality checks throughout the production process to ensure customer specifications were met.
- Communicated with team members to enhance collaboration and efficiency.
- Collaborated with management team to develop strategies for improving efficiency in the production area.
- Oversaw continuous improvement initiatives in lean environment to drive gains in quality, flow and output.
- Reviewed employee performance to address issues and support productivity enhancement.
Senior Production Training Specialist/Supervisor of Distribution Operations
Ultium Cells
Warren, Ohio
02.2022 - 07.2025
- Developed and implemented training programs for new employees at Ultium Cells.
- Oversee annual training programs for more than 600 employees.
- Manage and support a team of trainers across multiple departments.
- Evaluate training effectiveness using performance metrics and employee feedback.
- Collaborate with department leaders to identify skill gaps and training needs.
- Mentored junior trainers to improve instructional techniques and methodologies.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to tight deadlines.
- Developed training materials, manuals, procedures, and visual aids to effectively achieve organizational goals.
- Maintain compliance with company policies, safety procedures, and operational standards.
- Facilitated workshops and training sessions to enhance staff skills and knowledge.
- Assisted with hiring, onboarding, and employee training.
- Developed testing and evaluation procedures to drive effective outcomes.
Warehouse Lead
Grainger Distribution Center
Macedonia, Ohio
10.2018 - 02.2022
- Supervised daily warehouse operations and ensured adherence to safety protocols.
- Trained new employees on equipment usage and proper handling procedures.
- Assisted with unloading trucks upon arrival of merchandise at the loading dock area.
- Staged and sorted products for loading.
- Used computer and company software to enter shipment and inventory records.
- Loaded and unloaded trailers with care and efficiency.
- Supervised a team of 10 warehouse associates, providing guidance and support to ensure efficient workflow.
- Operated forklifts, pallet jacks and variety of warehouse mechanical equipment according to safe operating standards.
Assistant Store Manager
Aldi Foods
Niles, Ohio
02.2005 - 10.2018
- Assisted in managing daily store operations and staff scheduling.
- Trained new employees on company policies and customer service standards.
- Oversaw inventory management, ensuring stock levels met customer demand.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints to improve service quality.
- Monitored sales performance and assisted in achieving store goals.
- Managed the day-to-day operations of the store, including customer service, inventory management and staff scheduling.
- Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, reconciling discrepancies as necessary.
- Handled complaints from customers by empathetically listening, recording details and offering solutions.
- Supervised a team of over 26 employees in a fast-paced retail environment and provided ongoing training to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Provided leadership support during peak business hours by motivating staff members to meet targets.
- Assisted with hiring, onboarding, and employee training.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing safety regulations.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations throughout the store premises.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fitch High School
Austintown, Ohio06-1997
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Technician
Y.S.U
Youngstown, OHSkills
- Extensive employee training and development
- Leadership and team supervision
- Onboarding and coaching
- Process improvement
- Inventory management
- Performance evaluations
- Forklift and pallet jack operations and training
- Data entry and extensive documentation
- Payroll
- Production management
- Quality assurance
- Safety compliance
- Lean manufacturing
- Team supervision
- Workflow optimization
Certifications
- Lockout/Tagout
- Forklift, pallet jack, tugger and other operating equipment certifications.
- Hoist/crane certified
- First Aid/CPR
- Six Sigma
- Annual employee safety training
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Ultium Cells
07.2025 - Current
Senior Production Training Specialist/Supervisor of Distribution Operations
Ultium Cells
02.2022 - 07.2025
Warehouse Lead
Grainger Distribution Center
10.2018 - 02.2022
Assistant Store Manager
Aldi Foods
02.2005 - 10.2018
High School Diploma -
Fitch High School
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Technician
Y.S.U