Johnnie Newkirk
Durham,NC
Summary
Motivated Shift Leader enthusiastic about helping team members meet and exceed objectives with compassionate leadership. Talented trainer and operational problem-solver with front-line experience and collaborative nature. Resourceful in balancing customer, company and employee needs.
Experienced Shift Lead with proven background in managing team operations, improving productivity, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Strengths include strong leadership skills, ability to multitask and adapt quickly to changing situations. Previous roles demonstrate impact in fostering cohesive teams, implementing process improvements and maintaining high standards of service.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1983
1983
years of post-secondary education
Work History
CLEAN ROOM Shift Lead
Wolfspeed
Durham, NC
03.1998 - 11.2024
- Supervised daily operations to ensure smooth workflow and team efficiency.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Coordinated shift schedules to optimize workforce availability and productivity.
Production Associate
Reliability Inc.
Durham, NC
04.1991 - 03.1998
- Inspected products for quality and compliance with standards.
- Assisted in training new associates on equipment usage and procedures.
Fork Truck Operator/Parts Distributor
IBM
Durham, NC
11.1989 - 05.1991
- Operated fork trucks to transport materials within warehouse facilities.
- Loaded and unloaded goods efficiently to support production schedules.
- Adhered to safety protocols during material handling and storage operations.
Education
N/A - Diesel Mechanic
Sampson Community College
Clinton , NC 06.1981 - 06.1982
UNION HIGH SCHOOL
CLINTON , NCSome College (No Degree) - Computer Programming
Durham Technical Community College
Durham, NCSkills
- Trained in several DepartmentsPhoto Department were wafers was coated developed and Inspected for defects
- Implant Department were wafers was Implanted and Laser was used to strive ID to identify each wafers Trained new operators in several department
Timeline
CLEAN ROOM Shift Lead
Wolfspeed
03.1998 - 11.2024
Production Associate
Reliability Inc.
04.1991 - 03.1998
Fork Truck Operator/Parts Distributor
IBM
11.1989 - 05.1991
N/A - Diesel Mechanic
Sampson Community College
06.1981 - 06.1982
UNION HIGH SCHOOL
Some College (No Degree) - Computer Programming
Durham Technical Community College