Keshona McKinney
Moore,SC
Summary
Quality-driven production leader with proven success in organizing workflows and coordinating resources to meet challenging goals. Industrious professional and resourceful problem-solver with persistent approach to tackling operational concerns. Good decision-making and team-building abilities with open and clear communication style.
Experienced production supervisor adept at keeping operations moving smoothly and efficiently. Comfortable meeting demanding manufacturing targets. Brings several years of progressive leadership experience in production environments.
Multi-talented professional knowledgeable about equipment operation, quality standards and safety hazards. Steps easily into any production position and works hands-on with team members in need of improvement. Versed in documentation, compliance and scheduling.
Seasoned professional familiar with operations and best practices. Recognized for leading and motivating workers to meet challenging targets while maintaining strict quality standards. Dedicated to preventing waste, maximizing safety and maintaining employee satisfaction.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2018
2018
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Production Supervisor
Cytiva
Duncan, South Carolina
01.2025 - Current
- Supervised production team to ensure efficient workflow and safety compliance.
- Coordinated daily operations to meet production schedules and quality standards.
- Trained new employees on equipment use and safety protocols.
- Monitored inventory levels and coordinated supply orders with vendors.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce waste.
- Conducted regular inspections of production equipment for maintenance needs.
- Facilitated communication between departments to resolve operational issues promptly.
- Documented production activities and maintained accurate records for reporting purposes.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production activities.
- Supervised a team of 20+ employees, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently and accurately.
- Performed regular quality checks throughout the production process to ensure customer specifications were met.
- Monitored equipment, checked supplies and coordinated manpower to meet expected demand.
- Communicated effectively with other departments to ensure smooth workflow from start to finish.
- Collaborated with management team to develop strategies for improving efficiency in the production area.
- Resolved any conflicts between employees in a professional manner.
- Assisted with troubleshooting equipment malfunctions or operational problems as needed.
- Planned production operations while establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing processes.
- Oversaw continuous improvement initiatives in lean environment to drive gains in quality, flow and output.
- Reviewed individual employee performance to correct issues and enhance productivity.
- Recommended and implemented measures to improve production methods and quality of products.
Team Leader
Cytiva
Duncan, South Carolina
08.2022 - 03.2025
- Led team meetings to discuss project updates and address challenges.
- Coordinated workflow between departments to enhance efficiency and collaboration.
- Trained new team members on safety procedures and operational protocols.
- Implemented process improvements to streamline daily operations and reduce waste.
- Fostered a positive team environment through open communication and support.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and industry regulations during operations.
- Offered training and support to keep team members motivated and working toward objectives.
Fehrer Automotive
12.2016 - 02.2020
Education
Dorman High School
Roebuck, SCSkills
- Forklift Operation
- Loading and Unloading
- Inventory Control
- Machine Operation
- Routine Maintenance
- RF Equipment Utilization
- Quality Inspection
- Assembly
- Injection Molding
- Problem Identification
- Training Needs Assessment
- Monitoring
- Goal Tracking
- Issue Reporting
- Quality Assurance
- Quality control
- Inventory management
- Production planning
- Team coordination
- Employee training
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Performance management
- Safety oversight
- Production target management
- Operations management
- Activity reporting
- 6S implementation
- Production and processing
- Assembly and production
- Materials handling
- Manufacturing
- Raw materials
- Shift checklists
- Worker training
- Continuous improvement
- Staff development
- Root-cause analysis
Skills And Capabilities
- Forklift Operator, Obtains copy of production schedule or shipping order and transports material or equipment to and from designated areas in the facility, Loading and unloading goods from vehicles such as trucks or aircraft, Moving goods packed on pallets or in crates around the storage facility, Stacking goods in the correct storage bays, following inventory control instructions, Checking loads are secure, Stacking empty pallets
- Machine Operator, Safely operated wide range of machinery and packaging equipment, Maintain, clean, neat, and organized work area, Keep equipment running smoothly with routine maintenance, Utilize RF equipment to receive and complete movement requests
- Assembly Line Operator, Checked products appearance per standard work procedures while meeting all quality standards, Closely inspected parts to ensure they were clean and free of contaminants, Assembled, aligned, and clamped workpieces into holding fixtures to bond or heat-treat metal components
- Injection Mold Operator, Safely and productively operated large plastic injection molding press throughout shift, Visional inspection, trimming, cleaning and packaging of processed parts within quality control criteria, Filled out daily log sheets quickly and correctly
- Shift Lead, Identified problem areas and suggested training needs, Monitored all floor work, Tracked goal attainment and deadlines, Reported all issues to management, Ensured all manufacturing met quality standards
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Cytiva
01.2025 - Current
Team Leader
Cytiva
08.2022 - 03.2025
Fehrer Automotive
12.2016 - 02.2020
Dorman High School