Michele Lawrence
Training Team Leader
Montezuma,Iowa
Summary
Training Team Leader at Whirlpool, Amana, with expertise in mentoring and developing training programs that boost productivity and safety. Proficient in designing instructional materials and promoting effective teamwork. Strong background in performance evaluation and continuous improvement, contributing to operational excellence in dynamic environments.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Training Areas Training Team Leader
Whirlpool Corporation
Amana
08.2019 - Current
- Created instructional materials, including handouts and multimedia displays.
- Designed performance assessment forms for employee skills evaluation.
- Tracked probationary employee progress through assessments, surveys, and documentation.
- Led training specialists team, overseeing professional development and performance monitoring.
Training Team Leader
Whirlpool Corporation
Amana
08.2013 - 08.2019
- Conducted training sessions on Job Instruction, Job Relations, and Job Breakdown Sheets to enhance workforce skills through TWI.
- Trained assembly line personnel on new product launches, increasing operational efficiency.
- Instructed portal training during team leader boot camp to equip leaders with essential tools.
Plant Utility Assembler
Whirlpool Corporation
Amana
08.2011 - 08.2013
- Executed assembly processes by interpreting standardized work instructions accurately.
- Adapted quickly to new skills, enhancing efficiency and productivity.
Assembler
Amana Refrigeration/Maytag
Amana
10.1994 - 08.2011
- Assembled components meticulously according to specifications with various tools and equipment.
- Volunteered to mentor new assemblers, enhancing team skill level and efficiency.
- Ensured accurate positioning and alignment of components during assembly processes.
Education
Diploma -
Wapsie Valley High School
05.1989
Skills
- Communication skills (verbal and written)
- Mentoring and coaching abilities
- Collaborative teamwork skills
- Orientation and onboarding processes
- Designing instructional materials
- Standard operating procedure creation and adherence
- Continuous improvement mindset
Accomplishments
- Created three standardized Best Practices adopted across eight Whirlpool North America locations.
- Improved probationary employee retention from 48.39% (Q2 2020) to 80.37% (Q4 2024) through targeted engagement initiatives and onboarding improvements.
- Developed multilingual training documentation to support a diverse workforce.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Manufacturing Training Areas Training Team Leader
Whirlpool Corporation
08.2019 - Current
Training Team Leader
Whirlpool Corporation
08.2013 - 08.2019
Plant Utility Assembler
Whirlpool Corporation
08.2011 - 08.2013
Assembler
Amana Refrigeration/Maytag
10.1994 - 08.2011
Diploma -
Wapsie Valley High School
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