Jennifer D. Welborn
Jonesville,North Carolina
Summary
Versatile senior manager with a proven track record in planning, implementing, and overseeing key improvements to drive business growth and enhance efficiency. Adept at cultivating an open culture that fosters the free exchange of information, resulting in increased collaboration and successful achievement of multiple end-market initiatives on a global scale. Currently pursuing new professional challenges and growth opportunities while earning an Executive MBA at Auburn University.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Manager
RAI Services Subsidiary of Reynolds American Inc
10.2022 - Current
- Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and deliver high-quality results.
- Established strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business.
- Improved team performance by providing comprehensive training and fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Reduced costs, optimized resource allocation, and improved efficiency in managing projects.
- Collaborated closely with peers from other departments to drive organizational success jointly as one cohesive unit.
- Mentored junior staff members for skill development and career progression within the organization.
- Demonstrated exceptional adaptability in navigating complex situations or rapidly changing environments with ease.
- Conducted performance evaluations, compensations and hiring to maintain appropriate staffing requirements.
- Enhanced team performance with regular coaching sessions, focusing on individual strengths and areas for improvement.
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning through regular workshops, seminars, and training sessions for staff.
- Consistently met or exceeded annual performance targets set by senior leadership.
- Championed company-wide diversity and inclusion initiative, creating more supportive and innovative work environment.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
Senior Scientist
Reynolds American Inc
06.2021 - 09.2022
- Simultaneously managed several complex projects, meeting all pertinent milestones.
- Mentored junior scientists and provided guidance on project management, resulting in increased productivity and professional growth.
- Led cross-functional teams for successful completion of projects on time and within budget.
- Thorough understanding of manufacturing and business processes associated with the production of semi-finished and finished products.
- Interpreted technical requirements for the development of material specifications and bills of material.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Worked seamlessly in a team environment and independently in area of expertise.
- Mastered the use of new software applications.
Scientist
Reynolds American Inc
02.2019 - 05.2021
- Provided Siemens Interspec PDM and SAP support cross functional teams in product development, commercialization, regulatory, Project Cheetah, systems, and manufacturing projects.
- Gained firsthand experience with coding and testing in different environments of the PDM software.
- ·Collaborated with various departments and groups to ensure data is accurate, complete, and approved in a timely manner.
- · Ensured internal business processes and regulatory compliance requirements were achieved in the implementation of new products and maintenance of existing products.
- Experienced with use of the AGILE/JIRA system.
- Responsible for blend and specification maintenance activities.
- Curated blend training documents.
- Responsible for training others on blend maintenance activities
- Created and maintained manufacturing specifications and relevant data in corporate computer systems including purchased materials, semi-finished assemblies, and finished assemblies
- Creation of bill of material to support manufacturing and commercialization initiatives.
- Gained experience on manufacturing workflows for factory made cigarettes.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
Chemist Group Leader
Eurofins Lancaster Labs
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Led by example, demonstrating commitment to the company''s mission and consistently delivering high-quality work.
- Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
- Conducted performance evaluations and hiring to maintain appropriate staffing requirements.
- Delegated tasks strategically and monitored progress for timely completion.
- Mentored team members to enhance their skillsets, resulting in higher-quality work and improved job satisfaction.
- Performed first and second data authorization for the client to deliver high quality results.
- Worked with vendors and client to bring significant updates to lab to create an up-to-date testing environment.
- Authored Protocols and Reports for the installation and upgrades of new equipment.
- Work Instruction and Standard Operating Procedure writing and revising
- Stayed up to date on performing tasks in smoke lab techniques.
- GxP regulated and L.E.A.N. environment.
Chemist
Eurofins Lancaster Labs
03.2014 - 12.2015
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion while maintaining high-quality output standards by creating batches for lab technicians.
- Experience in data review for client using Labware LIMS ensuring quality data in a timely manner.
- Repaired, calibrated and safely operated laboratory equipment to reduce costly instrument downtime.
- Experience in prep room function for samples that are used in batches for smoke lab
- Responsible for keeping smoke lab running when group leader is gone
- Improved turnaround times for sample analysis by streamlining workflows within the lab environment and in collaboration with other labs.
Lab Technician
Eurofins Lancaster Labs
07.2013 - 03.2014
- Meet client expectations and maximized productivity in a professional and timely manner.
- Demonstrated increased lab capabilities through cross-training and learning new techniques.
- Ensured quality of data provided to the client through the adherence to the quality system.
- Conducted routine quality control checks to ensure accurate test results and maintain laboratory standards.
- Trained new employees on laboratory test methods.
- Maintained a safe and organized laboratory environment, adhering to strict safety protocols.
- ISO17025 accredited Lab.
Factory Line Worker
Debbie’s Staffing
04.2013 - 07.2013
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Responsible for making sure pallets of materials are complete.
- Ensured old UPC codes matched new codes.
- Accountable for making sure customer products were defect free.
Education
B. S. - Exercise Science
Appalachian State
01.2007
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Resource allocation
- Professional and courteous
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Influencing and negotiating
- Excellent communication
- Computer skills
- MS office
Timeline
Senior Manager
RAI Services Subsidiary of Reynolds American Inc
10.2022 - Current
Senior Scientist
Reynolds American Inc
06.2021 - 09.2022
Scientist
Reynolds American Inc
02.2019 - 05.2021
Chemist Group Leader
Eurofins Lancaster Labs
01.2016 - 01.2019
Chemist
Eurofins Lancaster Labs
03.2014 - 12.2015
Lab Technician
Eurofins Lancaster Labs
07.2013 - 03.2014
Factory Line Worker
Debbie’s Staffing
04.2013 - 07.2013
B. S. - Exercise Science
Appalachian State
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