Kayla Brunko
Summary
Results-driven professional with over 5 years in production and manufacturing, enhancing workplace efficiency through strategic collaboration and process improvement. Skilled in task management and equipment operation, consistently delivering high-quality results while maintaining safety standards. Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments, effectively managing logistics and fostering strong relationships with diverse teams.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Operations Manager
Ryder Integrated Logistics
08.2021 - 05.2026
- Streamlined operating schedules to enhance coverage across critical areas.
- Defined and implemented clear objectives to foster collaborative teamwork among employees.
- Assessed and addressed customer needs with prompt and efficient solutions.
- Implemented document management system to streamline organization of company files.
- Established specific project goals to facilitate progress tracking and outcome evaluation.
- Drafted and submitted comprehensive reports on industry trends to inform strategic business planning.
- Devised and executed strategies to capitalize on emerging opportunities.
- Mentored staff members in establishing and pursuing long-term career objectives.
- Analyzed operational processes to identify improvement areas, facilitating informed decision-making.
- Directed quality control initiatives to identify and rectify inconsistencies and malfunctions.
- Managed employee scheduling to align with shift changes and individual availability.
- Facilitated resolution of employee concerns by collaborating with human resources team.
- Managed transportation schedules and routes, ensuring timely deliveries and customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated inventory management to maintain optimal stock levels, supporting uninterrupted operations.
- Created reports on supply chain performance metrics such as KPIs, SLAs.
- Monitored shipment progress and provided updates to customers.
- Participated actively in vendor meetings and negotiations regarding pricing and terms of service.
- Supervised staff in the day-to-day management of logistics activities such as scheduling pickups and deliveries.
- Logged, processed, and followed up on merchandise authorization shipments, enhancing tracking and accountability.
- Relayed information between drivers and recipients regarding ETA and potential delays.
- Managed day-to-day shipping and receiving, overseeing large number of packages in 24-hour period.
Production Associate
Ruan Transportation
10.2020 - 08.2021
- Operated production machinery, managed raw materials, and recorded production data in daily logs.
- Completed product assembly according to standardized procedures.
- Wrapped items, boxed, and labeled for efficient shipment preparation.
- Maintained safety and quality standards to ensure compliance and product integrity.
- Inspected quality of finished products, making minor repairs to meet project expectations.
- Monitored processes to prevent machinery overload and ensure optimal operation.
- Moved items between machines, conveyors and transport equipment based on current production needs.
- Wrapped items, placed in boxes and added proper labeling to prepare for shipment.
- Organized all project components on work tables according to work flow.
MX/Production Operator
Fiserv Inc.
12.2015 - 09.2020
- Troubleshot equipment issues, making repairs or reporting diagnostics to supervisors to maintain operational continuity.
- Troubleshot problems with equipment to make repairs or report diagnostics to supervisors.
- Set up and adjusted machines for daily operations.
- Examined final products to check conformance with quality and design standards.
- Recommended process improvements that enhanced safety and efficiency in production operations.
- Inspected finished products for quality, making minor repairs to ensure compliance with project specifications.
- Completed housekeeping and maintenance duties to keep production area safe, organized and ready for next shift.
- Configured machines for efficient daily production.
Customer Service Associate
Kentucky Fried Chicken
11.2006 - 09.2015
- Assisted customers in locating specific products, addressing inquiries, and providing tailored advice.
- Welcomed customers, offering assistance to help find necessary store items.
- Processed customer payments quickly and returned exact change and receipts.
- Inspected items for damage, reported issues to supervisor, and facilitated returns and replacements for customers.
- Greeted customers and provided assistance in locating necessary store items to enhance shopping experience.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum efficiency.
Education
High School Diploma -
Blaine High School
Blaine, MNSkills
- Strategic growth initiatives
- Independent project initiatives
- Oversaw machine operations to ensure optimal performance and efficiency
- Oversaw material quality control processes to ensure compliance with industry standards
- Quality compliance oversight
- Facilitated effective verbal communication to enhance team collaboration
- Managed financial transactions
- Oversaw facility maintenance
- Task management support
- Collaborative teamwork
- Ensured timely completion of projects by effectively managing deadlines
- Adaptability in environments
- Optimized scheduling and prioritization of tasks to enhance productivity
- Workflow optimization
- Shipment preparation
- Established and enforced quality assurance standards to ensure product excellence
- Demonstrated proficiency in creating and managing comprehensive documentation systems
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities by guiding teams towards achieving strategic objectives
- Conducted comprehensive program evaluations to assess effectiveness and identify areas for improvement
- Process implementation support
- Improvement planning
- Oversaw comprehensive content management strategies to enhance brand visibility
- Team guidance
- Professional networking
- Directed team operations to enhance productivity and collaboration
- Applied critical thinking skills to analyze complex problems and develop effective solutions
- Project strategic planning
- Streamlined assembly procedures to enhance operational efficiency
- Oversaw print production processes to ensure high-quality output
- Streamlined cargo operations
- Assisted in executing machine setups for production lines Supported team members in achieving operational readiness Contributed to maintaining equipment functionality during setup processes
- Equipment operation
- Batch production
- Executed product assembly processes to ensure high-quality standards
- Project organization
- Document management
- Oversaw data management processes to ensure accuracy and accessibility
- Training session organization
- Team building initiatives
- Leveraged advanced computer skills to enhance operational efficiency
Timeline
Logistics Operations Manager
Ryder Integrated Logistics
08.2021 - 05.2026
Production Associate
Ruan Transportation
10.2020 - 08.2021
MX/Production Operator
Fiserv Inc.
12.2015 - 09.2020
Customer Service Associate
Kentucky Fried Chicken
11.2006 - 09.2015
High School Diploma -
Blaine High School