Laura Yerk
Rockford,IL
Summary
Results-oriented leader dedicated to advancing organizational goals through strategic initiatives. Expertise in cross-functional collaboration and process optimization, leading to significant improvements in team dynamics and performance. Focused on empowering others and cultivating a positive team culture.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager, Design Engineering
Collins Aerospace
Rockford, IL
12.2021 - Current
- Coordinated design reviews with engineering and stakeholders to align project objectives.
- Managed project timelines and resources to meet drafting deadlines effectively.
- Led drafting team to enhance project workflows and efficiency.
- Applied CORE methods to enhance drafting standards across the organization.
- Communicated with stakeholders to gather project requirements. to resolve project issues and maintain schedules.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
- Mediated employee conflicts and facilitated effective resolutions to maintain team cohesion.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
Sr. Project Engineer
Collins Aerospace
Rockford, IL
03.2021 - 12.2021
- Led weekly meetings involving PDD and several Engineering product lines to harmonize priorities, resources, and schedules.
- Coordinated project schedules using Excel and Project to ensure timely monitoring of work requests.
- Coordinated contractor PO assessments, including charge number requests, extension submissions, and contract renewals.
Data Administrator
Collins Aerospace
Rockford, IL
06.2012 - 03.2021
- Administered Material Master Data entry in SAP to enhance CMS functionality.
- Coordinated and sustained process for data deliverables to customer interface (Enovia).
- Facilitated transition of IT server units in Rockford to enhance system performance.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL12-2005
Skills
- Team leadership and resource allocation
- Process improvement and adaptability
- Stakeholder engagement and effective communication
- Work prioritization and cross-functional management
- Staff training and development
- Conflict resolution
- Excel proficiency and presentation skills
- SAP and Teamcenter
Accomplishments
Recipient - Rockford Women in Aerospace Empowerment Award
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Manager, Design Engineering
Collins Aerospace
12.2021 - Current
Sr. Project Engineer
Collins Aerospace
03.2021 - 12.2021
Data Administrator
Collins Aerospace
06.2012 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication
Northern Illinois University