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Kristen Jaksic

Windsor,ON

Summary

Versatile Production Supervisor knowledgeable about clean shop operation, quality standards and safety hazards. Versed in documentation, compliance and scheduling. Streamlines workflow to maintain productivity and proactively addresses challenges to minimize downtime. I am also highly skilled at identifying measures to improve production methods and equipment performance. Consistently achieved inventory goals and maintained minimal downtime for production lines.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Launch Team/ Paint Production Supervisor

Stellantis- Detroit Assembly Complex Mack
02.2020 - Current
  • Helped launch the Paint shop by coordinating workload and training Team Leaders to prepare our shop for launch. Including but not limited to JES production, workstation organization, foot printing and ordering of necessary supplies/signage throughout the different phases of launch, while meeting those deadlines
  • Benchmarked numerous Stellantis Paint Shops
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain launch goals.
  • Worked as safety representative for Paint Shop
  • Chosen to be a Trainer- for Lean Fontiers (continuous improvement). Trained Team Member's, Team Leaders and Senior Management.
  • Conducted 100+ job interviews for production operators
  • After Launch- continued as a production supervisor in all areas of paint shop. Through coaching and guidance, greatly increased throughput while minimizing downtime- meeting KPI's, especially quality.
  • Handled all manpower on 3rd shift for manpower. Am able to quickly backfill open jobs due to great knowledge of all paint shop operators' skills.
  • Responsible for serving all attendances and SOC's for 3rd shift paint shop


Production Operator

Stellantis
09.2018 - 02.2020
  • Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
  • Supported production needs by performing routine tasks using standard procedures and equipment.
  • Inspected final products for defects and flaws using proper QA procedures.
  • Displayed good knowledge of safe operating and emergency procedures development and implementation.

Continuous Improvement Specialist

Lakeside
01.2017 - 09.2018
  • Focused on environmental impact- implemented Biodigester system to reduce waste and greatly reduce costs
  • Executed continuous improvement programs and employed lean tools and methodologies.
  • Facilitated cross-functional projects created to analyze and design sequence of operations and workflow to improve execution.
  • Conducted studies pertaining to cost control, cost reduction, inventory control and production record systems.

Executive Assistant to CEO

Lakeside
03.2016 - 01.2017
  • Coordinated events, prepared agendas and managed schedule for CEO.
  • Booked travel by coordinating and reserving transportation and lodging.
  • Answered incoming phone calls and emails, and presented urgent requests for timely response.
  • Transcribed dictated information to provide clearly written communication.
  • Managed social media accounts by creating posts and responding to comments.
  • Scheduled regular maintenance for employer vehicles
  • Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.

Education

Grosse Pointe North High School
Grosse Pointe Woods, MI

Communications

Adrian College
Adrian, MI

Skills

Proficient in CATS, PeopleSoft, Excel, Word

Timeline

Launch Team/ Paint Production Supervisor

Stellantis- Detroit Assembly Complex Mack
02.2020 - Current

Production Operator

Stellantis
09.2018 - 02.2020

Continuous Improvement Specialist

Lakeside
01.2017 - 09.2018

Executive Assistant to CEO

Lakeside
03.2016 - 01.2017

Grosse Pointe North High School

Communications

Adrian College
Kristen Jaksic