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Karen Watkins
Seaford,DE
Summary
Results-driven supervisor with over 20 years of experience in overseeing operations and mentoring teams. Expertise in enhancing efficiency through effective training programs and cross-functional collaboration, dedicated to achieving organizational goals and improving team performance.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor - 1st Processing
Amick Farms
2013.04 - Current
- Trained in and oversaw multiple departments: debone, tray pack, debone support, QA technician, rehang, evisceration, and currently paws and gib pack out, icehouse, main chillers and pre-chillers.
- Oversaw daily operations and streamlined workflows to improve efficiency, reduce operational downtime, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards .
- Mentored team members and implemented training programs to enhance skills promoting a collaborative work environment and facilitate smooth onboarding processes for current and new hires.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to address operational challenges and implement solutions.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
- Managed a diverse team of over 50 employees, promoting an inclusive work environment that leveraged individual strengths.
- Maintained high safety standards to ensure secure workplace for all employees.
- Facilitated seamless communication between departments, ensuring that all teams were aligned with company goals.
- Managed daily operations efficiently, including staff scheduling, budgeting, and overseeing labor costs.
- Led successful project completions under tight deadlines, coordinating effectively across multiple teams to process 350 birds per minute, 21k per hour.
Store Manager
Shore Stop
2008.12 - 2013.02
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of products and maintain quality standards.
- Optimized staff scheduling to accommodate peak business periods without compromising quality of service and customer satisfaction.
- Conducted weekly, monthly, and annual inventory audits to ensure adherence to operational standards, along with daily ATM audits and daily bank deposits.
- Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
Education
General Studies
Milford High School
Milford, DESkills
- Goal oriented
- Staff management
- Customer service
- Budget control
- FDA and QA compliance
- Time management
- Multitask in fast paced environment
- Highly trained in multiple departments
- Problem solving skills
- Team building
Timeline
Supervisor - 1st Processing
Amick Farms
2013.04 - Current
Store Manager
Shore Stop
2008.12 - 2013.02
General Studies
Milford High School