Joanne Watreas
Summary
Proven leader in manufacturing supervision, adept at driving productivity improvements and fostering team collaboration. At Kamtek Magna Cosma, I spearheaded initiatives that enhanced operational efficiency and employee development, leveraging skills in Kaizen principles and effective mentorship. Specializing in multiple assembly line launches. Achieved significant waste reduction, underscoring a commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence. Performance-oriented manufacturing professional with demonstrated skills in enhancing workflows and resource utilization to achieve demanding automotive industry targets. Hardworking leader and analytical problem-solver with conscientious approach to tackling operations issues. Decisive leader and collaborative team-builder with good planning and multitasking abilities.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Production Supervisor (Area Lead)
Kamtek Magna Cosma
06.2019 - 12.2023
- Led training initiatives for new hires, contributing to their rapid integration into the team environment.
- Continually assessed risks associated with business operations, taking proactive measures to mitigate potential impact on company goals.
- Established strong relationships with clients by maintaining open lines of communication and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Boosted employee morale by fostering a positive work environment, recognizing exceptional performance, and addressing concerns in a timely manner.
- Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays.
- Evaluated employee performance, providing actionable feedback and opportunities for growth.
- Identified and removed obstacles in customer experience, supporting individual discovery through direct partnerships with General Manager and company leadership.
- Enhanced team collaboration with regular meetings, progress updates, and constructive feedback sessions.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure smooth interdepartmental coordination and alignment of objectives.
- Mentored junior staff members for professional growth and skill development, fostering a positive work environment.
- Improved team efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing daily operations.
- Optimized production by daily monitoring interaction of all team members, lines, processes, and quality gates. With updates to all upper management.
- Streamlined workflow processes to reduce redundancies, leading to overall operational improvements.
- Achieved increased productivity by establishing effective communication channels within the team.
- Participated in strategic planning sessions with senior management to identify growth opportunities and align production capabilities with company objectives.
- Reduced equipment downtime through proactive maintenance planning, scheduling routine checkups, and troubleshooting issues as they arose.
- Ensured product quality by closely monitoring production processes, conducting regular inspections, and addressing any issues promptly.
- Achieved on-time delivery of finished products through efficient coordination of resources and close monitoring of production progress against deadlines.
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
- Improved production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing processes and reducing waste in the workplace.
- Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
- Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
- Spearheaded employee development initiatives by conducting regular performance reviews, setting achievable goals, and providing support for professional growth opportunities.
- Streamlined production workflows for increased throughput and reduced lead times with a focus on continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams such as engineering, quality assurance, and logistics to troubleshoot problems and implement effective solutions for process improvements.
- Enhanced team performance by providing regular coaching, feedback, and training to employees on best practices in manufacturing operations.
- Optimized resource allocation by effectively managing staff schedules, shift rotations, and overtime assignments.
- Contributed to workforce planning efforts by accurately forecasting staffing needs based on historical trends and projected future demand.
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
- Managed team of 200 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment performance, reviewing materials supplies, and organizing manpower.
- Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Achieved on-time shipments goal by empowering employees to continued success.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Collaborated with other leaders and executives to direct workflow and support operations.
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.
- Created and implemented strategies for improving operational efficiency and accuracy.
- Interpreted work order information and specifications to plan, schedule and complete jobs precisely.
- Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
- Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labor, equipment and materials.
- Conducted performance reviews each quarter, offering praise and recommendations for improvement.
- Enhanced processes by pinpointing bottlenecks and working with supervisor to resolve.
- Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status.
- Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
- Collaborated with internal teams to streamline operations across materials handling, production, and shipping.
- Cultivated professional working relationships with peers and supervisors.
- Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
- Established operational objectives and work plans and delegated assignments to subordinate managers.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and repeat business.
- Implemented training programs to improve employees'' skills and knowledge, increasing overall efficiency.
- Collaborated with other Area Leads to share best practices and drive overall organizational success through teamwork.
- Fostered a positive work environment by promoting collaboration and open communication among team members.
- Optimized resource allocation across various projects by accurately forecasting staffing needs based on workload requirements.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams for successful project completion and timely delivery.
- Analyzed data to identify trends and opportunities for growth, driving strategic decisionmaking.
- Communicated clearly with senior management regarding project status updates while also keeping them informed of any potential risks or concerns.
- Mentored junior staff members, enhancing their professional development and fostering talent within the organization.
- Oversaw daily operations, delegating tasks appropriately and monitoring progress to ensure timely completion.
- Resolved conflicts within the team, ensuring smooth operations and maintaining morale.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations by staying up-to-date on changes and implementing necessary adjustments within the team''s operations.
- Supervised various locations, enforcing high-quality standards of operation.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
Manufacturing Production Supervisor/ Launch Leader
Kamtek Magna Cosma
09.2008 - 05.2019
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
- Boosted employee morale by fostering a positive work environment, recognizing exceptional performance, and addressing concerns in a timely manner.
- Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays.
- Ensured product quality by closely monitoring production processes, conducting regular inspections, and addressing any issues promptly.
- Achieved on-time delivery of finished products through efficient coordination of resources and close monitoring of production progress against deadlines.
- Participated in strategic planning sessions with senior management to identify growth opportunities and align production capabilities with company objectives.
- Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
- Improved production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing processes and reducing waste in the workplace.
- Implemented cost-saving measures by identifying opportunities for energy conservation and waste reduction throughout the facility.
- Spearheaded employee development initiatives by conducting regular performance reviews, setting achievable goals, and providing support for professional growth opportunities.
- Reduced equipment downtime through proactive maintenance planning, scheduling routine checkups, and troubleshooting issues as they arose.
- Coordinated with quality control teams to implement corrective actions in response to internal audits or customer complaints, ensuring continuous improvement of products and processes.
- Streamlined production workflows for increased throughput and reduced lead times with a focus on continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams such as engineering, quality assurance, and logistics to troubleshoot problems and implement effective solutions for process improvements.
- Enhanced team performance by providing regular coaching, feedback, and training to employees on best practices in manufacturing operations.
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
- Managed team of 195 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment performance, reviewing materials supplies, and organizing manpower.
- Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Collaborated with other leaders and executives to direct workflow and support operations.
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.
- Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
- Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labor, equipment and materials.
- Enhanced processes by pinpointing bottlenecks and working with supervisor to resolve.
- Collaborated with internal teams to streamline operations across materials handling, production, and shipping.
- Established operational objectives and work plans and delegated assignments to subordinate managers.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve company-wide goals, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
- Overcame challenging deadlines and resource limitations by reallocating personnel and focusing on priority tasks.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop leadership skills and advance their careers within the organization.
- Championed change initiatives, successfully navigating teams through periods of transition while maintaining morale and engagement levels.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
Production Supervisor (Launch Leader)
Ogihara
03.2000 - 08.2008
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
- Boosted employee morale by fostering a positive work environment, recognizing exceptional performance, and addressing concerns in a timely manner.
- Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays.
- Ensured product quality by closely monitoring production processes, conducting regular inspections, and addressing any issues promptly.
- Achieved on-time delivery of finished products through efficient coordination of resources and close monitoring of production progress against deadlines.
- Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
- Improved production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing processes and reducing waste in the workplace.
- Implemented cost-saving measures by identifying opportunities for energy conservation and waste reduction throughout the facility.
- Spearheaded employee development initiatives by conducting regular performance reviews, setting achievable goals, and providing support for professional growth opportunities.
- Reduced equipment downtime through proactive maintenance planning, scheduling routine checkups, and troubleshooting issues as they arose.
- Coordinated with quality control teams to implement corrective actions in response to internal audits or customer complaints, ensuring continuous improvement of products and processes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams such as engineering, quality assurance, and logistics to troubleshoot problems and implement effective solutions for process improvements.
- Enhanced team performance by providing regular coaching, feedback, and training to employees on best practices in manufacturing operations.
- Optimized resource allocation by effectively managing staff schedules, shift rotations, and overtime assignments.
- Contributed to workforce planning efforts by accurately forecasting staffing needs based on historical trends and projected future demand.
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
- Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment performance, reviewing materials supplies, and organizing manpower.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Collaborated with other leaders and executives to direct workflow and support operations.
- Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
- Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labor, equipment and materials.
- Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status.
- Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
- Collaborated with internal teams to streamline operations across materials handling, production, and shipping.
- Cultivated professional working relationships with peers and supervisors.
- Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve company-wide goals, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
- Overcame challenging deadlines and resource limitations by reallocating personnel and focusing on priority tasks.
- Increased team productivity by streamlining communication and implementing effective project management strategies.
- Championed change initiatives, successfully navigating teams through periods of transition while maintaining morale and engagement levels.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop leadership skills and advance their careers within the organization.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
- Maintained team flexibility and embraced change to adapt within dynamic markets.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
- Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
Manufacturing Team Leader
Ogihara
03.1997 - 07.2000
- Established strong communication channels between departments, facilitating seamless coordination during complex projects or product launches.
- Actively participated in root cause analysis efforts following any incidents or near-misses on the production floor, implementing corrective actions as necessary to prevent future occurrences.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities for streamlining workflows and increasing operational efficiency.
- Maintained accurate documentation of production data, aiding in informed decision-making and continuous process improvement initiatives.
- Managed a team of skilled operators, maintaining high levels of productivity and quality while adhering to strict safety standards.
- Resolved production bottlenecks by implementing effective solutions tailored to the unique challenges of each situation, ensuring consistent output levels and customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated with Quality Assurance teams to ensure that products met stringent quality standards before shipment to customers.
- Reduced downtime by performing routine maintenance checks and addressing equipment issues promptly, ensuring continuous production flow.
- Implemented Lean Manufacturing principles, eliminating waste and enhancing overall efficiency within the production line.
- Identified problems and implemented effective solutions.
- Communicated job expectations and monitored employees.
- Reported tool, machinery and equipment issues to maintenance personnel.
- Managed departmental performance measures.
- Performed accident investigations.
- Led safety meetings and monitored compliance with gear requirements and best practices.
- Recorded and reported attendance and hours worked for all area employees.
- Read and interpreted schematics, technical documentation and production orders.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
- Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
- Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
- Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
- Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
- Investigated processing errors and malfunctions, resolving issues with minor machine repairs.
- Tested products or subassemblies for functionality or quality and troubleshot problems with equipment, devices, or products.
- Reviewed production schedules and streamlined processes.
Education
No Degree - Business
Glenn Oaks Community College
Glenn Oaks, MIGED -
Nitro High School
Nitro, WV05.1980
Skills
- Manufacturing Processes
- Operations Management
- Kaizen Principles
- Machine Operation
- Labor Relations
- Workforce Planning
- Health and safety
- Computer-Aided Manufacturing
- Standard Operating Procedures
- 5S methodology
- Environmental awareness
- Productivity Improvement
- Production Planning
- Waste Reduction
- Production Scheduling
- ISO Standards
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
- Cost Reduction
- Continuous Improvement
- Training and mentoring
- Schedule oversight
- Staff Development
- Audit management
- Health and safety compliance
- Quality Control
- Assembly and production
- Quality assurance expertise
- Production targets
- Data Analytics
- Staff Management
- Project Management
- Priority management
- Production Management
- Workflow Optimization
- Process Improvement
- Production and processing
- Records administration
- Team Collaboration and Leadership
- Problem-Solving
- Performance monitoring
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Documentation And Reporting
- Production Coordination
- Process improvement strategies
- Continuous improvements
- Workflow Analysis
- Computer Skills
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Safety Procedures
- Coordinating Daily Operations
- Relationship Building
- Interpreting Job Specifications
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
Completed Automotive Training
- A Class Evaluation and Cosmetic Repair
- Goal Post /Value Stream mapping
- Steven Covey 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
- Zenger Miller Basic Principles
- Zinger Miller Frontline Leadership
- T.P.M. (production maintenance and management)
- Diversity Equity and Inclusion
- Dale Carnegie (How to Win Friends and Influence People, Work Place Leadership, Organizational Leadership
- ISO/TS 16949 Audit Preparation/Compliance
- FEMA/Control Plans
- All General Automotive Safety Training
- Standard Operation Procedures and Implementation
- All General Automotive Quality Gates and Corrective Actions
- Lean Manufacturing (Reduction of Seven Forms of Waste)
Timeline
Manufacturing Production Supervisor (Area Lead)
Kamtek Magna Cosma
06.2019 - 12.2023
Manufacturing Production Supervisor/ Launch Leader
Kamtek Magna Cosma
09.2008 - 05.2019
Production Supervisor (Launch Leader)
Ogihara
03.2000 - 08.2008
Manufacturing Team Leader
Ogihara
03.1997 - 07.2000
No Degree - Business
Glenn Oaks Community College
GED -
Nitro High School