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Michelle Thompson

Clarksville,TN

Summary

With a proven track record at Jostens, I excel in leading teams to enhance productivity and quality through continuous improvement and effective communication. Skilled in performance monitoring and health and safety, my leadership has fostered a culture of excellence and relationship building, significantly elevating team capabilities and job satisfaction.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Group Leader/3rd Shift

Jostens
03.2022 - Current
  • Led by example, demonstrating commitment to the company''s mission and consistently delivering high-quality work.
  • Monitored group performance on a regular basis, analyzing data and trends to identify areas for improvement.
  • Delegated tasks strategically and monitored progress for timely completion.
  • Monitored team performance to identify productivity improvement opportunities.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Mentored team members to enhance their skillsets, resulting in higher-quality work and improved job satisfaction.

Team Lead/1st Shift

Jostens
09.2012 - 03.2022

I was a Team Lead in Lamination, Handwork and Overtone Departments.

Production Worker

Jostens
01.1983 - 09.2012

Paste Up- Hand built pages

Batch Page Makeup- Ran all equipment and utilized computers to build pages

Desktop Publishing- Team Leader, Problem Solver and Trainer on all computer programs and equipment

Quality Assistance- Utilizing experience to ensure product met set standards of quality

Cover- Boxing, shipping, lamination, cutting, casemaking, handwork and overtone

Knowledge of all machine in Covers in addition to extensive knowledge of Press and Bindery

Education

High School Diploma -

Seaman High School
Topeka, KS
05-1982

Skills

  • Verbal and written communication
  • Relationship Building
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Schedule Coordination
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Performance monitoring
  • Health and safety procedures

Timeline

Group Leader/3rd Shift

Jostens
03.2022 - Current

Team Lead/1st Shift

Jostens
09.2012 - 03.2022

Production Worker

Jostens
01.1983 - 09.2012

High School Diploma -

Seaman High School
Michelle Thompson