Latoya White
Detroit,MI
Summary
Seasoned professional with 20 years of diverse experience, including leadership in Training and Development, Quality Supervision, Production Management and Continuous Improvement. Expertise in developing training strategies, enforcing quality standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Seeking a Manager role to leverage strong JIT background, coaching skills, and commitment to operational excellence.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Training Manager for North America and Mexico/Hiring Manager
General Motors
Warren, MI
08.2024 - 09.2025
- Planned, prepared and delivered instruction of required courses of training programs across North America and Mexico, enhancing employee skills and performance and making Safety standard.
- Instructional facilitation.
- Managed a team of trainers and coordinators of 25+, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality training sessions.
- Collaborated with department heads to identify training needs geared towards Safety and tailored programs to meet organizational goals.
- Oversaw the recruitment and hiring process for New Group Leaders, ensuring the selection of qualified candidates.
- Adult classroom training, taught on-sight, in classrooms and virtually.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of training programs through feedback and performance metrics, driving continuous improvement, so that participant records are consistently up to date and recorded int the company management system.
- Emphasize and demonstrate strict adherence to rules, safety protocols, company policies and government regulations (OSHA, etc.).
- Maintained compliance with industry standards and regulations in all training initiatives.
- Possesses ability to interpret and familiarize students, concerning the operator safety manual, warning decals and placards.
- Intermediate computer skills, including the use of Microsoft Office products and email.
- Possesses good communication skill and presentation skills when speaking with groups of individuals.
Training and Development Director
Autokiniton
Detroit, MI
01.2023 - 07.2024
- Develop and implement strategies that foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Conduct training sessions and maintain up-to-date training materials for various departments.
- Coach and mentor employees in groups of 25+, enhancing job performance and facilitating successful onboarding and orientation for new hires.
- Monitor training progress, ensure adherence to company and legal standards, and analyze training needs to recommend enhancements.
- Emphasize and demonstrate strict adherence to Safety protocols, company policies and government regulations (OSHA, etc.)
- Proficient in operating and knowledge of common equipment used in workshops and industrial environments both stationary and mobile. Examples include: Forklifts, overhead Hoisting Equipment, Flex tractor/ Dozer, Skid Steer, Aerial Work Platform (AWP), Hand/Power tools, etc.
- Proficient in Microsoft office products and email.
- Possesses good communication when speaking and presentation skills when speaking with groups or individuals.
Training Specialist/Quality Supervisor
SYNCRON
Warren, MI
12.2020 - 10.2022
- Developed comprehensive training modules for various production areas, ensuring adherence to Just-In-Time (JIT) principles and enhancing workforce versatility.
- Monitored equipment performance, diligently reporting any malfunctions to the maintenance department to maintain operational efficiency.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by actively involving team members in 5S methodology and implementing Kaizen initiatives to uphold organizational quality standards.
- Emphasize and demonstrate strict adherence to Safety protocols, company policies and government regulations ( OSHA, etc.)
- Proficient in operating and knowledge of common equipments used in workshops and industrial environments both stationary and mobile. Examples include: Forklifts, overhead Hoisting Equipment, Flex tractor/ Dozer, Skid Steer, Aerial Work Platform (AWP), Hand/Power tools, etc.
- Proficient in Microsoft office products and email.
- Possesses good communication when speaking and presentation skills when speaking with groups or individuals.
Owner/Operator
Whites Care Services LLC
Bloomfield Hills, MI
04.2009 - 07.2016
- Oversaw staff of 12, recruitment processes, staff onboarding, and payroll administration to ensure smooth integration of employees into client service roles.
- Provided compassionate care to disabled, elderly, and ill individuals, assisting with activities of daily living and offering transportation services.
- Provided compassionate care to disabled, elderly, and ill individuals, assisting with activities of daily living and offering transportation services.
- Oversaw budget management, optimizing resources while maintaining service excellence.
- Streamlined scheduling processes, improving workforce efficiency and reducing downtime.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO07.2019
Associate of Arts - Business Management
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO06.2017
Skills
- 5s
- Lean Manufacturing
- Quality Assurance
- Analytical Skills
- Kaizen/Kanban
- Six-Sigma Lean Manufacturing
- Osha30
- Conflict Resolution
Certification
- OSHA
- Crown Forklift
- Quantum Forklift
- Lock-out Tag-out
- Lean
- ISO
Timeline
Training Manager for North America and Mexico/Hiring Manager
General Motors
08.2024 - 09.2025
Training and Development Director
Autokiniton
01.2023 - 07.2024
Training Specialist/Quality Supervisor
SYNCRON
12.2020 - 10.2022
Owner/Operator
Whites Care Services LLC
04.2009 - 07.2016
Bachelor of Arts -
Colorado Technical University
Associate of Arts - Business Management
Colorado Technical University