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Julie Smothers

Lebanon,Kentucky

Summary

Seeking a challenging quality position and use my problem-solving skills to develop innovative solutions for improving product quality.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bakery Clerk

Kroger
05.2025 - Current
  • Checked expiration dates and rotated products to verify freshness and avoid spoilage.
  • Balanced multiple tasks simultaneously during busy periods while still delivering exceptional customer service experiences.
  • Prepared fresh baked goods daily, ensuring consistent high-quality products for customers.
  • Arranged bakery displays to showcase baked goods, cakes, and pies to drive product sales.
  • Maintained tidy and organized work area to comply with cleanliness standards.
  • Ensured compliance with food safety regulations by maintaining a clean and organized workspace at all times.
  • Inspected goods to establish accurate pricing and labeling.
  • Developed strong relationships with regular customers, fostering loyalty and repeat business for the bakery department.
  • Maintained a visually appealing and well-stocked bakery display, leading to increased sales.
  • Provided support in other departments during peak times or employee absences, demonstrating adaptability and a strong work ethic.
  • Used utensils and equipment to portion, wrap and display bakery items.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by quickly and accurately fulfilling special orders, increasing repeat business.
  • Managed inventory, reducing waste by closely monitoring sell-by dates and customer demand.
  • Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.

Assistant Production Manager

Curtis Maruyasu of America
01.2023 - 04.2024
  • Managed daily operations of the production floor, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently.
  • Assisted in reducing production costs by streamlining processes and eliminating waste.
  • Mentored junior staff members, fostering a positive work environment that encouraged professional growth.
  • Successfully managed production activities to achieve on-time shipment of orders.
  • Implemented safety protocols, resulting in a decrease in workplace accidents and injuries.
  • Established position requirements, schedules and production team processes.
  • Collaborated with procurement teams to ensure timely delivery of materials needed for ongoing production demands.
  • Led quality control initiatives to reduce downtime and boost profits.
  • Contributed to company growth by delivering quality customer service to foster growth and retention.
  • Completed and recorded recycling and rework documentation with high degree of accuracy.
  • Overcame obstacles and variables to maintain production efficiency, meet deadlines and achieve high levels of profitability.
  • Conducted regular process audits to identify areas of opportunity for further efficiency gains.
  • Verified documentation of process control parameters.
  • Oversaw scheduling and job backlogs to properly allocate personnel and material resources.
  • Resolved conflicts among team members diplomatically, promoting a harmonious work environment where all employees could succeed.
  • Completed required safety training programs for [Type] environments.
  • Boosted productivity by [Number]% through direction, preparation and implementation of training programs and initiatives.
  • Participated in new product launches, coordinating efforts between design, engineering, and manufacturing teams.
  • Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
  • Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
  • Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
  • Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
  • Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.
  • Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
  • Enforced health and safety protocols to promote safe working environment.
  • Monitored inventory levels and restocking schedules to avoid production delays from unavailable materials.
  • Scrutinized production output and identified areas for improvement.
  • Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
  • Trained in and implemented emergency response procedures to protect team members and property.

Team Leader

Curtis Maruyasu of America
07.2020 - 01.2023
  • Providing run plans to employees and ensuring that they were meeting quota.
  • Data entry of production numbers.
  • Quality assurance check to include initial, middle, and final evaluation of all parts.
  • Scheduling of rotations within the department.

Quality Auditor

LB Manufacturing
07.2013 - 07.2020
  • Quality assurance check to include initial, middle, and final evaluation of all parts.
  • Final product/dock audit for production leaving the facility.
  • Performed internal audits.
  • Audits on incoming parts for approval to enter production.

Production Associate

LB Manufacturing
07.2000 - 07.2013
  • Production on various assembly lines.

Education

General Education Diploma - undefined

01.1987

Certification

  • Internal Auditor Certificate 2018
  • Welder Certificate 2000

Timeline

Bakery Clerk

Kroger
05.2025 - Current

Assistant Production Manager

Curtis Maruyasu of America
01.2023 - 04.2024

Team Leader

Curtis Maruyasu of America
07.2020 - 01.2023

Quality Auditor

LB Manufacturing
07.2013 - 07.2020

Production Associate

LB Manufacturing
07.2000 - 07.2013

General Education Diploma - undefined

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