Melinda Brewster
Standish,ME
Summary
Accomplished Production Specialist with a proven track record at IDEXX Laboratories, enhancing production efficiency and quality assurance standards. Expert in lean manufacturing and process improvement, with a strong work ethic and a positive attitude that drives results. Skilled in machine operation and safety compliance, consistently delivering on production goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Specialist Sr II
IDEXX Laboratories
03.2024 - Current
- Kept production schedules on track by consistently meeting deadlines and prioritizing urgent orders when necessary.
- Provided technical assistance to R&D as needed to troubleshoot issues and support new product development initiatives.
- Weighed out and measured ingredients with high level of accuracy to produce exact blends.
- Monitored production line for unsafe behaviors or incorrect techniques and worked with managers to resolve problems.
- Assisted in the design and implementation of employee training programs to improve skillsets and increase overall production efficiency.
Production Specialist Sr I
IDEXX Laboratories
07.2018 - 03.2024
- Maintained equipment in good working order by checking settings and operation, troubleshooting problems and completing basic repairs.
- Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
- Assembled and tested various products to meet production requirements and quality control standards.
Production Specialist Sr I
IDEXX Laboratories
03.2020 - 11.2022
- Kept production schedules on track by consistently meeting deadlines and prioritizing urgent orders when necessary.
- Delivered quality products with effective use of control procedures and good inspection skills.
- Sealed, labeled and transferred completed containers to pallets for efficient shipping.
- Assisted with maintaining good manufacturing practices on USDA kitting production line.
Production Line Worker
Nestle Waters
12.2006 - 07.2018
- Followed safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries to self and colleagues.
- Collaborated with other production workers to achieve smooth running of production line.
- Packaged and labeled products using automated equipment.
- Demonstrated flexibility in working various shifts, overtime hours, and weekends as required to meet production demands.
Education
High School Diploma -
Scarborough High School
Scarborough, MESkills
- Process Improvement
- Manufacturing operations
- Lean Manufacturing
- Quality assurance standards
- Machine Operation
- Product Packaging
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Safety Compliance
- Machine Setups
- Quality Assurance
- Strong Work Ethic
- Positive Attitude
- Production Line Work
Timeline
Production Specialist Sr II
IDEXX Laboratories
03.2024 - Current
Production Specialist Sr I
IDEXX Laboratories
03.2020 - 11.2022
Production Specialist Sr I
IDEXX Laboratories
07.2018 - 03.2024
Production Line Worker
Nestle Waters
12.2006 - 07.2018
High School Diploma -
Scarborough High School