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MELISSA MINNICH

Fort Wayne,IN

Summary

Adept in lean manufacturing and quality assurance, enhancing workflow performance. Excelled in training and mentoring, supported by strong communication skills and basic knowledge in Microsoft Office. Demonstrated leadership in implementing process improvements, contributing to team development and operational efficiency.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Value Stream Operator / Trainer

Pyromation Inc.
04.2013 - Current

Value Stream Operator

  • Assemble parts and raw materials to form complete units or sub assemblies utlilizing lean methods, standard work, quality documents and on the job training.
  • Utilize hand tools, power tools and welders to perform assigned assembly operations.
  • Ensure the quality of all items produced.
  • Make recommendations for and assist in the implementation of production process improvements to enhance work flow performance.
  • Maintain condition of work area and keep free of potential hazards.
  • Follow safety rules and wear prescribed personal protective equipment.

Trainer

  • Facilitated training and development of team members utilizing job instructions, lean tools, and quality documents for the production of temperature sensors.
  • Served as a mentor and internal ISO auditor.

Kitchen Associate

Ceruti's Catering
07.2010 - 04.2013
  • ServeSafe Certified
  • Prepared and assembled hot and cold orders including appetizers, salads, entrees and desserts.
  • Reviewed banquet orders to calculate portion sizes.
  • Prepared and delivered off-premise catering orders.

Alternate Team Leader / Machine Operator

CME Automotive Corporation
01.2006 - 02.2009

Leadership

  • Trained new associates in production of link assemblages for wiper motor systems.
  • Set-up, tested, and verified work machines for production.

Assembly

  • Assembled front and rear wiper motor systems, and power sliding door motor systems.
  • Utilized touch-screen technology, and pneumatic and electric power hand tools.
  • Followed Lockout-Tagout (LOTO) and Total Productive Maintenance

Education

Bachelor of Science -

Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN
08.2019

Skills

  • Posses good communication and interpersonal skills in a team environment
  • Self-motivated and well organized
  • Posses basic computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Ability to stand and perform job duties during shift with repetitive operations

Timeline

Value Stream Operator / Trainer

Pyromation Inc.
04.2013 - Current

Kitchen Associate

Ceruti's Catering
07.2010 - 04.2013

Alternate Team Leader / Machine Operator

CME Automotive Corporation
01.2006 - 02.2009

Bachelor of Science -

Indiana Wesleyan University
MELISSA MINNICH