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LYNN VONDERAU

Dunedin,FL

Summary

Production management professional with 30 years of experience in wayfinding and signage environments. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Manager

Malaya Signs
Portland, OR
03.2015 - 12.2022
  • Enhanced production efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing lean manufacturing techniques.
  • Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
  • Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
  • Created streamlined production schedules and collaborated with production employees to communicate objectives and goals..
  • Coordinated with sales and marketing departments to align production schedules with demand forecasts, maximizing both efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Production Manager

Aztech Signs and Graphics
Portland, OR
09.2007 - 02.2015
  • Review orders, schedules, due dates and inventory to determine product manufacturing
  • Complete key projects on time, on budget and with a high level of accuracy
  • Create a culture of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement by providing operational leadership
  • Lead daily meetings to communicate updates and concerns to the appropriate team members and sales staff.

Self-employed
07.2005 - 07.2007
  • Part-time gardener and part-time elder care giver.

Digital Production Artist

Aztech Signs
Portland, OR
06.2004 - 07.2005
  • Operate large format digital printer and laminator to produce signs and graphic materials, including pre-flight of files for color and image quality.
  • Fabricate custom artwork for clients, meeting their creative vision and ensuring satisfaction with the final product.

Graphic Production Artist

Exhibitgroup/Giltspur
Portland, OR
10.1995 - 12.2000
  • Enhanced brand consistency by designing and producing visually appealing marketing materials.
  • Managed multiple projects concurrently while maintaining strict adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
  • Ensured accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of graphic production, including pre-press preparation and color management.

Graphic Artist

Configurations
Altamonte Springs, FL
03.1993 - 07.1995
  • Collaborated with clients to create visually appealing designs for print materials and trade shows, meeting project deadlines and maintaining client satisfaction.
  • Streamlined design processes by incorporating project management tools, boosting team efficiency and productivity.

Graphic Manager

Graphic Workshop
08.1988 - 03.1993
  • Design and produce graphics
  • Coordinate work flow in a quality conscious, deadline-oriented environment.

Graphic Artist

Showcraft
09.1986 - 08.1988
  • Design and produce graphics for trade show displays
  • Gain knowledge of exhibits from concept to completion.

Education

Associate of Arts - Drawing, design, architectural rendering and photography

St Petersburg Junior College

Commercial Arts Certificate - Graphic Design and typography

Pinellas Vocational Technical Institute

Timeline

Production Manager

Malaya Signs
03.2015 - 12.2022

Production Manager

Aztech Signs and Graphics
09.2007 - 02.2015

Self-employed
07.2005 - 07.2007

Digital Production Artist

Aztech Signs
06.2004 - 07.2005

Graphic Production Artist

Exhibitgroup/Giltspur
10.1995 - 12.2000

Graphic Artist

Configurations
03.1993 - 07.1995

Graphic Manager

Graphic Workshop
08.1988 - 03.1993

Graphic Artist

Showcraft
09.1986 - 08.1988

Associate of Arts - Drawing, design, architectural rendering and photography

St Petersburg Junior College

Commercial Arts Certificate - Graphic Design and typography

Pinellas Vocational Technical Institute
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