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Melinda Hodges

Warsaw,IN

Summary

Dynamic Manufacturing Supervisor with expertise in IATF-16949 certification and SAP systems, previously at Shiloh Industries Inc. Proven track record in enhancing team productivity and operational efficiency through effective leadership and streamlined processes. Skilled in quality control and fostering collaboration across departments to achieve organizational goals.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manufacturing Supervisor/Quality Specialist

Shiloh Industries Inc
10.2021 - 07.2025
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
  • Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
  • Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
  • Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
  • Enhanced operational workflow, identifying and eliminating bottlenecks in daily procedures.
  • Enhanced team productivity by streamlining workflow processes and implementing efficient scheduling systems.
  • Conducted thorough employee evaluations to identify areas for growth and development, leading to more skilled workforce.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
  • Developed comprehensive quality control documentation, standardizing procedures across all departments and promoting consistency.
  • Ensured compliance with industry standards by conducting thorough audits and recommending corrective actions.
  • Developed and implemented procedures to meet product quality standards.
  • Played a key role in achieving IATF-16949 certification by preparing necessary documentation and facilitating successful audits.
  • Maintained version control systems, ensuring access to the most current versions of each file at all times.
  • Improved documentation quality by reviewing and editing technical documents for accuracy and consistency.
  • Implemented a centralized document storage system, reducing retrieval time for critical information.
  • Supported audit preparation efforts with thorough document organization and management practices.
  • Ensured proper archiving procedures were followed, preserving vital historical records for reference purposes.

Manufacturing Supervisor

Benteler Automotive
07.1997 - 10.2021
  • Identified problems and implemented effective solutions.
  • Maintained proper inventory levels.
  • Completed production plans by scheduling and assigning personnel to daily tasks.
  • Communicated job expectations and monitored employees.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve production goals and optimize workflow.
  • Reported tool, machinery and equipment issues to maintenance personnel.
  • Participated in departmental meetings to share insights from the manufacturing floor, contributing valuable input towards decisionmaking.
  • Recorded and reported attendance and hours worked for all area employees.
  • Ensured product quality through rigorous inspection processes and adherence to industry standards.
  • Improved production efficiency by implementing Lean Manufacturing principles and streamlining processes.
  • Boosted team morale and productivity through effective leadership and motivational strategies.
  • Enhanced production efficiency by streamlining assembly line processes.
  • Conducted performance evaluations, identifying areas for individual improvement.
  • Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities, promoting ownership and accountability.
  • Cultivated professional working relationships with peers and supervisors.
  • Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
  • Conducted performance reviews each quarter, offering praise and recommendations for improvement.
  • Collaborated with internal teams to streamline operations across materials handling, production, and shipping.
  • Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.
  • Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
  • Scanned, filed and transmitted various documents and adhered to digital filing procedures.
  • Maintained document archive and file server of approved documents and drawings to provide easy traceability and retrievability.
  • Maintained accurate records of all project-related documents, facilitating quick retrieval when needed.
  • Coordinated document exchange between departments, contractors, suppliers, and customers.
  • Checked accuracy and completeness of documents to identify deficiencies and recommend corrective actions.
  • Monitored due dates and deadlines and worked to submit all documents on time or early.
  • Allocated unique document numbers to internal documents and incoming external documents and tracked in database.
  • Supported quality assurance efforts by conducting thorough audits of existing documentation and making necessary revisions as needed.
  • Established and managed document distribution matrix and document control register.
  • Carefully reviewed all documents and reports for completeness and accuracy.
  • Enhanced document organization by implementing efficient categorization and filing systems.
  • Enforced use of standardized forms and templates to achieve uniformity of communications across departments and functions.
  • Transmitted documents, organized revisions and tracked changes.
  • Performed document reproduction, printing documents from electronic sources such as email attachments, PDF files and cloud storage.

Education

GED -

Warsaw Community High School
Warsaw, IN

Skills

  • IATF-16949 Lead Auditor Certified
  • SAP Knowledge
  • PLEX Implementation and usage
  • EASE Software Implementation

Accomplishments

  • Achieved significant overtime reduction through effectively helping with Schedule and machine optimization.
  • Supervised team of 19 staff members.
  • Achieved IATF-16949 Re-Certification by completing IATF-16949 Audit with accuracy and efficiency.

Certification

  • IATF-16949 Lead Auditor Training Training May 2024

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Manufacturing Supervisor/Quality Specialist

Shiloh Industries Inc
10.2021 - 07.2025

Manufacturing Supervisor

Benteler Automotive
07.1997 - 10.2021

GED -

Warsaw Community High School

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