Leslie Crain
BENTON,IL
Summary
Results-driven Assistant Manager with a strong focus on operational efficiency and process optimization. Proven ability to enhance team performance through effective staff training and quality control measures. Dynamic Assistant Manager with over a decade of experience in coordinating daily operations and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Expertise in inventory management, staff development, and implementing process improvements to drive operational success. Forward-thinking professional with proven history of leadership, planning and problem solving. Adept collaboration with professional to accomplish demanding objectives, motivate staff, and organize resources. Systematic understanding of maintaining coverage for all operational needs. Motivated professional with several years of experience juggling multiple priorities to keep company running smoothly. Communicative team leader possessing outstanding time management and documentation abilities. Polished in overseeing employee performance and guiding and motivating new talent.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager
Aisin Manufacturing Illinois
Marion, Illinois
10.2013 - 08.2025
- Coordinated daily operations and ensured compliance with safety standards.
- Managed inventory levels and facilitated timely procurement of materials.
- Assisted in staff training and development to enhance team performance.
- Implemented process improvements to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Conducted regular audits to maintain quality control standards.
- Collaborated with management to develop operational strategies and goals.
- Oversaw scheduling and workload distribution among team members.
- Facilitated communication between departments to streamline operations.
- Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
- Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of operations.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for employees to identify areas of improvement.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
- Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
- Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
- Proposed or approved modifications to project plans.
- Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Auto Collision Technology
John A Logan College
Carterville, IL01-2001
Skills
- Inventory management
- Staff training
- Process improvement
- Quality control
- Operational strategy
- Scheduling efficiency
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Manager
Aisin Manufacturing Illinois
10.2013 - 08.2025
Certificate of Technical Studies - Auto Collision Technology
John A Logan College
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