Karen M. Sanchez

With over 20 years of experience in a technical environment, expertise lies in failure mode analysis, data analysis, data collection, and product development and testing. Collaborated with engineers, production associates, and quality teams to develop, review, and update processes, procedures, and instructions for production development. Adhering to J-Standard requirements and Military Standard documentation, effectively communicated product capability, status, and production process analysis to management, staff, and customers through report writing and Excel spreadsheets. Prepared a streamlined lab work schedule for customer return backlogs, successfully reducing it by 50% within a 30-day period. Enhanced turnaround time for identifying the root cause of in-house failures and field returns by developing comprehensive failure analysis flow diagrams. Integrated and managed a workload pass-down process between 1st and 2nd shift associates, managers, and engineers. Thriving in fast-paced work environments, adept at handling multiple tasks and projects simultaneously. Utilizing Six Sigma and Lean Process principles, played a key role in improving product/production capability and processes. Developed training documents for production line safety and procedures while conducting monthly safety meetings with associates. Consistently perform weekly checks on equipment and tooling status to ensure a safe working environment.

Forward-thinking team leader skilled at operating departments efficiently to meet goals. Successful background matching employees with roles for maximum performance. Proactive and hardworking individual focused on continuous operational improvement.

Collaborative leader partners with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.

Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

• Manufacturing Operations Manager Level 1
• Engineering Lab Lead
• Multi-Tasking
• Conflict Resolution Skills
• Self Motivated
• Team Player
• Quick Learner
• Strong Failure Analysis Skills
• Production/Product improvement
• Values Cross Training
• Skill building