Jessica Banales
Lafayette,IN
Summary
Dedicated, business driven Per-Diem Section Manager with over 6 years of experience at Caterpillar Logistics. Demonstrated success in contributing to company operations, fostering growth, and developing a strong career within the organization. Hard-working and goal-oriented, I am eager to leverage my expertise and further expand my knowledge and experience to achieve greater contributions to organizational success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Kepner Outbound Per-Diem Section Manager
Caterpillar Logistics
Lafayette, IN
09.2024 - Current
- Supervised daily workflow activities within C175, 3600, and 3600 kitting areas.
- Monitored LPH pick status throughout the shift to ensure operational productivity.
- Assessed departmental operations to identify areas of improvement.
- Communicated with other Section Managers to determine best ways to meet LPH picks and quality goals.
- Established daily production standards and productivity goals for the Outbound Section.
- Created monthly performance metrics to track departmental progress towards goals and objectives.
- Coached team leaders on best practices related to personnel, production, and leadership development .
- Conducted one-on-one meetings with associates to deliver positive feedback and drive quality improvement.
Sub-Assembly Per-Diem Section Manager
Caterpillar Logístics
Lafayette, IN
04.2024 - 09.2024
- Developed strategies to enhance Safety, Cost and Quality.
- Conducted one on ones with associates to provide positive feedback, guidance and direction of their development.
- Managed the recruitment process for new hire, including interviewing potential candidates for Sub-Assembly department.
- Executed Safety Kaizen, Projects and 2 Second Lean.
- Managed monthly metric boards with accuracy to showcase area performance.
- Coached team leaders on best practices related to personnel, production, and leadership development .
- Established continuous improvements by taking corrective actions from employee feedback.
- Met and exceeded production goals by taking strategic steps and decision making.
- Conducted regular quality meetings to ensure costumer expectations are being fulfilled.
- Managed a team of 25 plus associates and 3 Team Leaders.
Sub-Assembly Team Lead
Caterpillar Logistics
Lafayette, IN
02.2023 - 04.2024
- Lead and occasionally supervise a team of assembly associates to ensure production goals are met within safety guidelines.
- Communicate daily with my Section Manager regarding the work progress throughout the shift.
- Assist in daily meetings with the assembly department to discuss goals, challenges, and a work plan for the shift.
- Distribute assemblers to work stations accordingly to their level of knowledge, production, and attendance coverage.
- Ensure daily that all material is sent properly to the designated areas at the LECU facility.
- Prepare daily build sheets for an accurate work plan.
- Resolve any issues or conflicts within the assembly department.
- Ensure quality goals are met.
Sub-Assembly-Production Assembler
Caterpillar Logistics
Lafayette, IN
06.2018 - 02.2023
- Accomplished assemblies by accurately interpreting Mesa.
- Recognized and reported defective material to shift supervisor or team lead.
- Kept work area clean, organized and safe to promote efficiency and safety.
- Demonstrated knowledge of company mission and goals by mentoring new employees in reaching company values and safety in our Guardian Program.
- Cross-trained in assembly zones to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
- Trained new associates by demonstrating company procedures and safety requirements.
Food and Nutrition Representative
Franciscan Health Lafayette East
Lafayette, IN
08.2016 - 04.2018
- Assessed calories, sodium, sugar and other nutrition factors for patients diets.
- Developed nutrition plans for patients with Diabetes and food allergies or any other chronic disease.
- Studied health needs and goals set up by dieticians, physicians and nurses to provide nutritious and balanced meals for patients.
- Delivered necessary food items to patients room and helped with any tray adjustments.
Production Assembler
Kirby Risk Service Center
Lafayette, IN
08.2015 - 08.2016
- Assembled individual harness per technical specifications and production guidelines.
- Conducted, maintained and tested harnesses on wired boards.
- Analyzed and interpreted test data and adjusted circuitry to accurately verify excellent quality.
- Completed surface mount soldering of circuit components.
Interpreter/Front Desk Receptionist
Dr. Marcia J. Monroe, O.D. Optometrist Office
Lafayette, IN
05.2012 - 12.2014
- Maintained files and records by implementing effective filing system.
- Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
- Maintained financial accuracy by collecting fees and payments.
- Provided oral interpretations for patients during appointments, mainly for the Latino community.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jefferson High School
Lafayette, IN06.2013
Skills
- Decision-making
- Great time management
- Great leadership
- Effective Working Relationships
- Problem-Solving
- Adaptability
- Production Planning and Prioritization
- Continuous improvement
- Workforce management
- Employee engagement
Timeline
Kepner Outbound Per-Diem Section Manager
Caterpillar Logistics
09.2024 - Current
Sub-Assembly Per-Diem Section Manager
Caterpillar Logístics
04.2024 - 09.2024
Sub-Assembly Team Lead
Caterpillar Logistics
02.2023 - 04.2024
Sub-Assembly-Production Assembler
Caterpillar Logistics
06.2018 - 02.2023
Food and Nutrition Representative
Franciscan Health Lafayette East
08.2016 - 04.2018
Production Assembler
Kirby Risk Service Center
08.2015 - 08.2016
Interpreter/Front Desk Receptionist
Dr. Marcia J. Monroe, O.D. Optometrist Office
05.2012 - 12.2014
High School Diploma -
Jefferson High School