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Kristy Pollock

Bellefontaine

Summary

Seasoned Industrial Production Manager with comprehensive experience in overseeing plant operations, managing staff, and implementing process improvements. Skilled in optimizing production workflows for efficiency and quality, leading cross-functional teams to meet production targets while maintaining safety standards. Successfully enhanced operational productivity and reduced costs through strategic planning and lean manufacturing principles.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Manager

Honda
East Liberty
01.2021 - Current
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals
  • Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints
  • Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging open communication between team members and regularly soliciting feedback on operational procedures
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality products according to customer requirements.
  • Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets
  • Conducted root cause analysis on production issues, devising corrective actions to prevent recurrence
  • Coached and mentored employees to develop and enhance career skills.

Production Manager Assist.

Honda
East Liberty
10.2020 - 01.2021
  • Applied lean strategies to implement operational enhancements, promote efficiency and cut costs.
  • Assessed production schedules and orders to plan material requirements and worker activities.
  • Improved efficiency by minimizing downtime.
  • Supported audit reviews and initiated corrective actions.
  • Ensured that all safety policies and regulations were followed in accordance with company standards.
  • Utilized computer software applications such as Microsoft Office Suite, Kronos Workforce Central. for data entry, tracking and generating reports.

Team Leader

Honda
East Liberty
02.2018 - 10.2020
  • Ensured compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in all team activities.
  • Analyzed data from various sources to identify areas of improvement in the department's operations.
  • Developed strategies for problem solving and conflict resolution among team members.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging innovation and efficiency.

Production Associate

Adecco Staffing
Ohio
07.2011 - 01.2014
  • Maintained a flexible approach to work assignments, willingly cross-training in other areas to support changing production needs
  • Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries
  • Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances
  • Exceeded performance goals, consistently completing assigned tasks ahead of schedule without compromising on quality or safety standards

Education

GED -

Titan High School
04.2009

Skills

  • Production planning
  • Operations management
  • Production scheduling
  • Team development
  • Materials management
  • Cost reduction
  • Project management
  • Performance evaluation
  • KPI tracking
  • Supply chain distribution
  • Root cause analysis
  • Operational efficiency

Timeline

Production Manager

Honda
01.2021 - Current

Production Manager Assist.

Honda
10.2020 - 01.2021

Team Leader

Honda
02.2018 - 10.2020

Production Associate

Adecco Staffing
07.2011 - 01.2014

GED -

Titan High School
Kristy Pollock