MICHELLE FOX
Edgewater,FL
Summary
Results-driven Operations and Production Supervisor with 18+ years of leadership experience in marine manufacturing and production. Recognized for improving quality, implementing Lean and 5S initiatives, developing high-performing teams, and optimizing manufacturing operations while maintaining exceptional safety and quality standards.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Supervisor
Everglades Boats Inc.
Edgewater
01.2014 - 06.2026
- Directed daily operations across the Wire Room, Foam Room, and Sub-Assembly departments.
- Communicated production goals with management and teams.
- Designed and implemented the Gate System Quality Process, significantly reducing downstream electrical troubleshooting.
- Standardized 5S practices across multiple departments to improve organization, safety, and efficiency.
- Managed employee performance, production scheduling, payroll approvals, coaching, and conflict resolution.
- Chosen by the Director of Operations to lead employee morale and communication initiatives across three campuses.
- Assisted in inventory management and control of production materials.
- Collaborated with other departments to streamline operations and improve productivity while meeting production goals.
- Help the team meet production goals. Was a hands-on supervisor. Believe in leading by example.
Marine Electrical & Harness Fabricator
R.J. Dougherty and Associates
Edgewater, FL
01.2007 - 01.2013
- Built complex electrical marine wiring harnesses from engineering drawings and schematics.
- Assembled dash panels, battery systems, and electrical component parts in accordance with technical specifications and blueprints.
- Performed crimping, stripping, and soldering as specified. Used various component parts when specified on wires and cables to ensure a proper connection and a true plug and play.
- Performed diagnostic inspection and quality verification.
- Used hand tools and power tools to complete wiring tasks effectively and efficiently while following safety policies and procedures.
- Performed quality assurance tests on products to adhere to production standards.
Production Supervisor / Machinist
Custom Tube Products
01.2001 - 05.2007
- Supervised high-volume cutting, deburring, and pushrod assembly operations to ensure timely production and quality output.
- Operated Mazak CNC equipment and performed precision brazing to produce high-quality components.
- Maintained strict quality standards through regular inspections and implemented process improvements to enhance product reliability.
- Delegated tasks to employees and monitored accurate and timely completion of tasks to meet project milestones.
- Established and updated production schedules to meet changing demands.
- Promoted employee safety awareness based on understanding of regulatory mandates and organizational best practices.
- Set up, adjusted and maintained machines to operate at peak levels and meet challenging demands.
- Supported safety programs to reduce and eliminate employee injuries.
Education
Basic Marine Electronics Installer (MEI) - NMEA Training Program
National Marine Electronics Association
Edgewater, FL 02.2024 - 02.2027
Basic NMEA 2000 Installer - NMEA Training Program
National Marine Electronics Association
Edgewater, FL 02.2024 - 02.2027
Certificate Of Achievement - Leadership Series
Running Lean LLC/Everglades Boats
06.2025 - 07.2025
Certificate Of Completion - How To Communicate With Tact And Professionalism
Pryor Learning
04.2025 - 04.2025
Certificate Of Completion - Excel 2019: Intermediate
Daytona State College
Daytona Beach, FL 07.2023 - 07.2023
Certificate Of Completion - PowerPoint 2019: Basic
Daytona State College
Daytona Beach, FL 07.2023 - 07.2023
Certificate Of Completion - Skills For Supervising
Daytona State College
Daytona Beach, FL 10.2023 - 10.2023
AC Electrical • DC Electrical - National Marine Manufacturers Association
American Boat And Yacht Council
01.2022 - 01.2022
High School Equivalency Diploma -
Daytona State College
Skills
- Production Leadership
- Lean Manufacturing
- 5S
- Process Improvement
- Quality Assurance
- Electrical Harness Fabrication (AC/DC)
- Safety Compliance
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Root-cause analysis
- Operational planning
- Task delegation
Certification
- Pryor Learning - Professional Communication, 2025
- NMEA 2000 Installer Certification, 2024
- Marine Electronics Installer (MEI), 2024
- Skills for Supervising - Daytona State College, 2023
- Excel Intermediate & PowerPoint Basics, 2023
- AC/DC Electrical Training - NMMA, 2022
- Technical Production Suite - Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Accomplishments
- Consistently maintained high quality satisfaction ratings.
- Created highly effective new program that significantly impacted efficiency and improved operations.
- First Responder, certified in CPR and First Aid at Everglades Boats.
• Member of the TEERF and Safety Committee at Everglades Boats.
Timeline
Certificate Of Achievement - Leadership Series
Running Lean LLC/Everglades Boats
06.2025 - 07.2025
Certificate Of Completion - How To Communicate With Tact And Professionalism
Pryor Learning
04.2025 - 04.2025
Basic Marine Electronics Installer (MEI) - NMEA Training Program
National Marine Electronics Association
02.2024 - 02.2027
Basic NMEA 2000 Installer - NMEA Training Program
National Marine Electronics Association
02.2024 - 02.2027
Certificate Of Completion - Skills For Supervising
Daytona State College
10.2023 - 10.2023
Certificate Of Completion - Excel 2019: Intermediate
Daytona State College
07.2023 - 07.2023
Certificate Of Completion - PowerPoint 2019: Basic
Daytona State College
07.2023 - 07.2023
AC Electrical • DC Electrical - National Marine Manufacturers Association
American Boat And Yacht Council
01.2022 - 01.2022
Operations Supervisor
Everglades Boats Inc.
01.2014 - 06.2026
Marine Electrical & Harness Fabricator
R.J. Dougherty and Associates
01.2007 - 01.2013
Production Supervisor / Machinist
Custom Tube Products
01.2001 - 05.2007
High School Equivalency Diploma -
Daytona State College