Maryam Lamei
Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex
Summary
Motivational leader and organizational problem-solver with advanced supervisory, team building, and customer service skills. Experience stepping into roles and quickly making positive changes to drive company success. Focused on using training, monitoring and morale-building techniques to maximize employee engagement and performance.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Industrial Engineer
Target
06.2022 - Current
- Performed structured enterprise-level problem-solving using process architecture, process mapping, process analysis, standardized work, visual management, 5S, and statistical process control across Target’s nationwide distribution network
- Championed the “Change Management” initiative for the Industrial Engineering team at Target’s Global Supply Chain and Logistics Network
- Initiated and developed Target’s first OEE KPI
- Designed, developed, and executed Target’s Problem-Solving Certification program for senior and executive-level leaders
- Facilitated network-level Kaizen events
- Conducted End-to-end Value Stream Mapping for all node types in Target’s Global Supply Chain and Logistics
- Executing pilot program plans and validated pilot results in partnership with finance, data science, and operations
- Standardized processes on the network level and rolled the new standard to operation, data science, finance, engineering, and facilities
- Defined and validated Inbound and Outbound throughput and capacity capabilities for 31 Regional Distribution Centers
- Mentored and coached senior-level program and project managers through their Lean Continuous Improvement projects.
Adjunct Faculty
Southern New Hampshire University
06.2023 - Current
- Taught the following courses: Operations Management; Management of Service Operations; People, Planet, and Profit; Six Sigma Quality Management; Managing and Leading in Business; Critical Business Skills for Success; Leadership and Team Building.
Continuous Improvement Manager
Target
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Managed continuous improvement activities at Target’s first Flow Center Start-Up
- Defined, engineered, and implemented new processes and layouts for Target’s first Flow Center
- Develop standard work bundles and job aid decks for operation, inventory control, and quality assurance (ICQA) teams
- Provided ICQA and Safety support to the fulfillment and replenishment department
- Developed and executed practical management systems training for Sr Operation Managers, Operation Managers, and Lead Warehouse Workers
- Developed, maintained, and analyzed strategic KPIs for the fulfillment center
- Provided daily business updates on operational excellence progress to senior management
- Onboarded and trained new CI managers.
Sr. Manufacturing Engineer
Airxcel Inc. MCD Innovations
08.2018 - 07.2021
- Head of Manufacturing, Quality, and R&D Departments
- Established and managed QMS, including creating org-chart, work instruction, quality control manuals, KPIs, receiving inspection, supplier quality assurance criteria
- Provided Lean, Six Sigma, and Quality Management training
- Designed jigs/fixtures to eliminate fatigue and operator error and ensure conformity to drawings
- Implemented continuous flow cells (single piece flow), standard work, visual factory (Kanban, 5S), Error Proofing
- Directed and conducted the observation and analysis of work procedures to determine each position or assignment's time and motion requirements
- Managed continuous improvement projects in manufacturing, warehouse, and office environments
- Improved manufacturing safety, quality, delivery lead times, and cost through the elimination of waste in the value stream and Kaizen events.
Manufacturing Engineer
Airxcel Inc. RV Products
06.2016 - 08.2018
- Managed complex projects of the automation feasibility study, cost justification, and purchase of new equipment (15 major process automation and eliminating 17 labor headcounts)
- Provided Lean systems training activities to production, customer service, and field service teams
- Directed and conducted time and motion studies to identify opportunities to improve overall efficiency and cost savings relative to employees and facilities
- Reviewed, edited, and validated technical documents
- Improved manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout
- Trained and coached engineering interns
- Reviewed, validated, edited, and coordinated engineering change activities.
Research Assistant
Wichita State University
01.2015 - 06.2016
- Performed descriptive statistical analyses
- Assisted with data collection, including both fieldwork and data entry
- Assisted with report writing.
Project Management Coordinator
Stratus Group
03.2012 - 09.2014
- Identified project resources and worked with the Project Management Office to assign individual responsibilities
- Developed and maintained project schedules and calendars with the input and assistance of transition leads
- Provided status reports to senior management or other management to keep them apprised of progress and any anticipated issues
- Assisted Project Manager in prioritization of high volume of work
- Gathered and analyzed scientific measurements and observations to assist the team in deciding the best strategy, forecast dates, and estimated project costs
- Provided a combination of professional statistical and administrative support to the executive manager.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
Capella University
10.2023
Master of Science in Industrial Engineering -
Wichita State University
05.2017
Bachelor of Science in Urban Planning Engineering -
QIAU
07.2013
Skills
Lean Six Sigma
Quality Engineering
Labor Engineering
Workforce Management
Supply Chain Management
Change Management
New Process Development
Project Management
Continuous Improvement
Statistical Process Control
Root Cause Analysis
Facility Planning and Design
SOP Development
Analytical and Critical Thinking Ability
Training and Coaching
Negotiation
Decision Making
Risk Management
Relationship Building
Strategic Planning
Team Leadership
Statistical Process Control Methodology
Consulting
Cost-Reduction Strategies
Work Flow Planning
Multi-Site Operations
Business Administration
KPI Tracking
Distribution Center Management
Cross-Functional Communications
Kanban
5S
VSM
5 Whys
A3 Problem Solving
FMEA
DMAIC
Kaizen
Certification
- Outstanding Educator, Southern New Hampshire University, 03/2024
- Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Institute, 10/2023
- Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB), American Society of Quality ASQ, 03/2018
- Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), American Society of Quality ASQ, 12/2017
- Certified Six Sigma Green Belt (CSSGB), American Society of Quality ASQ, 10/2017
- Project Management Certification, Louisiana State University, 12/2021
Timeline
Adjunct Faculty
Southern New Hampshire University
06.2023 - Current
Lead Industrial Engineer
Target
06.2022 - Current
Continuous Improvement Manager
Target
07.2021 - 06.2022
Sr. Manufacturing Engineer
Airxcel Inc. MCD Innovations
08.2018 - 07.2021
Manufacturing Engineer
Airxcel Inc. RV Products
06.2016 - 08.2018
Research Assistant
Wichita State University
01.2015 - 06.2016
Project Management Coordinator
Stratus Group
03.2012 - 09.2014
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
Capella University
Master of Science in Industrial Engineering -
Wichita State University
Bachelor of Science in Urban Planning Engineering -
QIAU