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Lawanda Dangerfield

Summerville,SC

Summary

Manufacturing Supervisor with 30 years of medical device manufacturing experience. Motivated, and responsible to leading teams in meeting customer demands and deadlines. Experience overseeing a group of 45 employees. Adept at planning, directing and coordinating all manufacturing processes.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Production Lead

CR Bard

Production-supervisor

Becton Dickerson/CR Bard
01.2019 - Current
  • Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
  • Managed team of 45 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
  • Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
  • Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
  • Achieved on-time shipments goal by empowering employees to continued success.
  • Collaborated with other leaders and executives to direct workflow and support operations.
  • Oversee the packaging of product being sent to the warehouse.
  • Conducted performance reviews each quarter, offering praise and recommendations for improvement.
  • Participated in internal and external audits for 21 CFR Part 820 Quality System regulations and ISO 13485:2016 compliant site
  • Proficient in ADP, Workday, and production reports
  • Provided process flow and root cause analysis for CAPAs including fishbone and 5-Why tools
  • Proficient in Lean Manufacturing techniques including 5S and Kaizen blitzes
  • Proficient in GDP and GMP and maintain departmental housekeeping records.
  • Ensure associates are following SOPs,OPs, and MPs to produce high quality work.



Production Lead

CR Bard
05.2002 - 01.2019
  • Supported employees by accurately tracking time and proactively resolving any conflicts.
  • Trained workers in proper operation, calibration and maintenance of production line equipment.
  • Handled production line documentation for waste, downtime and output.
  • Monitored employee activities to verify consistent use of good manufacturing principles.
  • Kept production line ready for monthly inspections and yearly audits by consistently following optimal processes.
  • Maintained safe work areas by keeping pathways and stations free of hazards and excess waste or materials.
  • Communicated clear instructions for general operations and product-specific runs to prevent errors and rework.
  • Worked with supervisor and other team leads to manage and prioritize staffing assignments to meet customer demand and production schedules.
  • Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
  • Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
  • Promote and maintain departmental housekeeping and safety required by regulatory agencies.
  • Responsible for completion of daily labor sheets, Device History Records, training sheets.
  • International traveled to Mexico for training of 20 associates in preparation for product line transfer.


Manufacturing Operator

CR Bard
11.1992 - 05.2002
  • Operated the Infection Control Coating Process with PLC interface machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
  • Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
  • Maintained safety and departmental cleanliness requirements continuously.
  • Stayed in compliance by having good GDP and GMP per operating procedures guidelines for daily recordkeeping.
  • International traveled to Malaysia for the training of 10 associated in preparation of product line transfer.

Education

High School Diploma -

Berkeley High School
Moncks Corner, SC

No Degree - Nursing

Trident Technical College
Charleston, SC

Skills

  • Assembly and Production
  • Production Targets
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Schedule Management
  • Quality Assurance

Certification

  • Lean Six Sigma yellow Belt Certification
  • First Aid, CPR, and AED Certified
  • Currently completing SCDEW ManuFirst Certification
  • Currently completing OSHA 10 certification

Timeline

Production-supervisor

Becton Dickerson/CR Bard
01.2019 - Current

Production Lead

CR Bard
05.2002 - 01.2019

Manufacturing Operator

CR Bard
11.1992 - 05.2002

Production Lead

CR Bard

High School Diploma -

Berkeley High School

No Degree - Nursing

Trident Technical College

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