Melissa Hascher
Cincinnati,OH
Summary
Highly motivated professional with excellent communication and organizational skills. Equipped with the ability to learn quickly and complete tasks in a timely manner. Demonstrates an eagerness to continuously grow and acquire new skills. Committed to challenging processes and increasing efficiency within the workplace.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineer Change Coordinator
Festo
06.2024 - Current
- Optimized engineering processes by implementing innovative solutions and streamlining workflow.
- Conducted rigorous quality assurance tests, identifying areas of improvement for product optimization.
- Presented technical findings to stakeholders, ensuring clear understanding of project status and goals.
- Boosted efficiency of change management meetings by setting clear agendas, tracking action items, and maintaining open lines of communication among team members.
- Developed best practices for change coordination that were adopted company-wide, leading to a more streamlined workflow across departments.
- Led cross-functional teams in conducting impact analyses for proposed changes, resulting in better-informed decision-making from stakeholders.
NPI Project Manager
Festo
06.2022 - 05.2024
- Evaluate opportunities to increase utilization of machinery
- Determine and maintain project scope
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to streamline workflows and achieve critical milestones.
- Created documentation for enhancing transparency and reducing miscommunication among stakeholders.
- Drive the development of new value streams or product
- Implementation of new processes in existing value streams
- Delivered successful project outcomes by managing resources and timelines effectively.
- Reduced project risks by conducting early assessments and implementing mitigation plans.
Operations Project Manager
Gorilla Glue
05.2020 - 06.2022
- Manage various types of projects from establishment to launch through
- Coordinate the implementation of new initiatives into current business platforms
- Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure the success of implementations and launch of projects
- Analyze issues and resolve as they arise
- Assess all risks and communicate findings
- Prioritize, delegate, and track progress on all aspects of projects
- Continuously improve processes throughout the organization
Business Systems Release Manager
Luxottica
06.2019 - 04.2020
- Worked with leadership to identify pain points or fixes needed in technical systems
- Collaborated with technical teams to create deployment plans based on the company’s needs
- Established deployment schedule with tasks, times, and resources
- Mitigated risks by insuring all necessary tasks are included in the deployment plan
- Worked with global vendors to secure resources outside operational hours prior to and during the deployment
- Presented all deployment plans including risks to CAB board for approval
- Delegated tasks during the defined deployment window
- Ensured tasks were executed properly and validated through out the deployment
- Communicated deployment status to IT leadership and Brands
Technical Project Manager
Luxottica
06.2019 - 04.2020
- Developed and maintained technical project plans, including tasks, schedules, milestones, responsibilities, and deadlines
- Streamlined reporting, tracked performance, and proactively communicated results to management
- Collaborated with the team focused on implementing system updates to retail locations internationally
- Reviewed content for accuracy throughout project duration
- Built databases for stores getting ready to switch to a new system
- Supported the installation of the new system in stores included in the project scope
Program Manager
West Chester Protective Gear
05.2017 - 06.2019
- Worked with internal departments to create a program according to the customers needs based on their department; automotive, garden, hardware, cleaning and promotions
- Created and managed cross-functional projects, ensuring they were completed on time and on budget for Meijer, Menards, Northern Tool, Do It Best, DAS, TCA, Kroger, Walmart, Big Lots, and John Deere
- Inputted products into client systems for retail portals
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
Wittenberg University
Springfield, OH05.2015
Skills
- Project planning
- Risk management
- Budget management
- Stakeholder communication
- Time management
- Scope definition
- Project documentation
- Resource allocation
- Task delegation
- Agile methodology
- Problem solving
- Milestone setting
Accomplishments
AMA Improving your Project Management Skills: The Basics For Your Success
AMA Powerful Email Writing Tips to Make Your Messages Stand Out
Timeline
Engineer Change Coordinator
Festo
06.2024 - Current
NPI Project Manager
Festo
06.2022 - 05.2024
Operations Project Manager
Gorilla Glue
05.2020 - 06.2022
Business Systems Release Manager
Luxottica
06.2019 - 04.2020
Technical Project Manager
Luxottica
06.2019 - 04.2020
Program Manager
West Chester Protective Gear
05.2017 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Arts -
Wittenberg University
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