Letashya Howard
Anytown,Georgia
Summary
Experienced in developing and enhancing comprehensive training programs to meet diverse employee needs at all levels. Adept at effectively communicating and collaborating with team members, while also demonstrating strong planning and conflict management skills. Possesses an advanced understanding of individual department requirements, ensuring tailored training solutions that drive optimal performance. Proficient in utilizing the Microsoft Office Suite and Tableau, enhancing productivity and streamlining processes.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Divisional Training Manager - ISC & EE
Shaw Industries
2024.02 - Current
- Coordinate Leader Standard Work initiatives, guiding cross-functional teams to improve operational efficiency
- Championed organizational learning and development initiatives across sectors of the divisions, leading efforts to create an engaging learning environment that drives business results
- Developed and implemented strategies for Training & Development in partnership with the Learning and Development department, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
HR Training Manager - Regional Distribution
Shaw Industries
2021.08 - 2024.02
- Managed training and onboarding experience for 29 Regional Distribution Centers, ensuring compliance with Federal and State regulations
- Facilitated Corporate Orientation for new associates, enhancing their initial integration within the organization
- Led multiple projects concurrently, from initiation to completion, providing regular updates to stakeholders and ensuring alignment with overall business goals.
Senior Project Engineer - Regional Distribution
Shaw Industries
2012.09 - 2021.08
- Led project teams to drive continuous improvement in training, efficiency, and quality, directly impacting associate experience and operational success
- Facilitated Kaizen events and other process improvement initiatives, collaborating with divisional management to enhance processes and improve safety and satisfaction
- Supported cross-functional projects, providing guidance and oversight to ensure projects were completed on time and met performance goals.
Senior Six Sigma Engineer - Local Distribution
Shaw Industries
2009.04 - 2012.09
- Led cross-functional teams to improve process flow and efficiency, achieving significant cost savings and operational improvements that enhanced the overall associate experience
- Mentored Green Belts through their projects, resulting in successful certifications and process improvements that contributed to a positive work environment.
Six Sigma Engineer - Rug Distribution
Shaw Industries
2007.09 - 2009.04
- Directed Six Sigma projects and assisted on cross functional Six Sigma project teams
- Reduced the group Entitlement by 40%: $781,000 cost savings for the company.
Senior Process Engineer - Yarn Dyeing MOS
Shaw Industries
2004.11 - 2007.09
- Managed yarn dyeing technical support staff and laboratory operations
- Coordinated the efforts of 3 processes to minimize cost and off quality occurrences.
Process Engineer - Yarn Dyeing MOS | Finishing MOS |Primary (Tufting) MOS
Shaw Industries
2000.11 - 2004.11
- Responsible for all departmental capital projects from submittal to completion (CPM).
Operations Management Trainee
Shaw Industries
2000.02 - 2000.11
- Observed and received training from associates involved in support divisions of the company.
Education
Bachelor of Materials Science and Engineering -
Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta, Georgia05.1999
Skills
- Training and Development
- Kaizen Leadership
- Lean Manufacturing
- Create Strategic Plan
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Organizational Development
Experienced Areas
- Project management
- Manufacturing management
- Lean six sigma project management
License |Certifications
- Six Sigma - Black Belt
- Certified Project Management
- Internal Quality Auditor
References
Available upon request
Timeline
HR Divisional Training Manager - ISC & EE
Shaw Industries
2024.02 - Current
HR Training Manager - Regional Distribution
Shaw Industries
2021.08 - 2024.02
Senior Project Engineer - Regional Distribution
Shaw Industries
2012.09 - 2021.08
Senior Six Sigma Engineer - Local Distribution
Shaw Industries
2009.04 - 2012.09
Six Sigma Engineer - Rug Distribution
Shaw Industries
2007.09 - 2009.04
Senior Process Engineer - Yarn Dyeing MOS
Shaw Industries
2004.11 - 2007.09
Process Engineer - Yarn Dyeing MOS | Finishing MOS |Primary (Tufting) MOS
Shaw Industries
2000.11 - 2004.11
Operations Management Trainee
Shaw Industries
2000.02 - 2000.11
Bachelor of Materials Science and Engineering -
Georgia Institute of Technology
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