Nicole Lutz
Victor,IA
Summary
Experienced and motivated Management professional with five years as a Team Lead of Main Production at Integrated DNA Technologies. Proficient in Lean Application Tools including 5S, Standard and Visual Daily Management, Problem Solving, Transactional Process Improvement, Kanban, and multiple Kaizen events. Effective communicator skilled in interdepartmental collaboration, troubleshooting, and motivating teams to meet OTD goals while reducing manual failures. Proven track record in conducting risk assessments, implementing safety training, and ensuring compliance.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Lead Main Production
Integrated DNA Technologies
Coralville, IA
12.2019 - Current
- Responsible for fostering a positive and secure work environment, establishing clear goals and expectations that reflect Danaher's core values as the lead of mid and second shift.
- Possesses excellent communication and listening skills, is capable of making independent decisions, and performs effectively under high-pressure situations.
- Developed training manuals, conducted mock sessions for trainers, developed safety and quality checks, and ensured that all associates are educated according to SOP guidelines.
- Aims for ongoing improvement in team communication, fosters a 'win as a team' mindset, and pursues continual personal development in leadership.
Tech III Main Production
Integrated DNA Technologies
Coralville, IA
12.2018 - 12.2019
- Senior technician of Main Production second shift
- Responsible for training new hires, backed by a proficient knowledge of a high output manufacturing company.
- Lead by example attitude, upholding the values of the company while also continuing to develop personal knowledge by way of DBS tools.
Tech II Main Production
Integrated DNA Technologies
Coralville, IA
06.2017 - 12.2018
- Assemble short stranded DNA and RNA plates for synthesis, taking special care to maintain exceptional quality; striving to reach customer expectations for on time delivery
- Interpret optical density and readings of ESI data
- Uphold a positive and commutative working relationship with co-workers and leadership.
Education
Bachelors Environmental Science -
Mount Mercy University
Cedar Rapids, IA12.2015
Bachelors Biology -
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY12.2012
Associates Biology -
Central Wyoming College
Riverton, WY12.2009
Skills
- Management
- Workplace Safety
- Accident Prevention
- Incident Reporting 4-Blockers
- Lean Application Tools
- 5S
- Standard and Visual Daily Management
- Problem Solving
- Interdepartmental communication
- Collaborative work environment
- Troubleshooting
- Team motivation
- OTD goals
- Production Monitoring
Awards and Professional Trainings
- Leadership Standard Work Training, 2024
- Shingijutsu Kaizen-Variation Reduction, 2023
- Tubes No Form Value Stream Kaizen, 2023
- Lean Conversion Boot Camp, 2023
- 5S training- Shift lead, 2023
- Leadership Standard Work Training, 2022
- Problem Solving Process, 2019
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Team Lead Main Production
Integrated DNA Technologies
12.2019 - Current
Tech III Main Production
Integrated DNA Technologies
12.2018 - 12.2019
Tech II Main Production
Integrated DNA Technologies
06.2017 - 12.2018
Bachelors Environmental Science -
Mount Mercy University
Bachelors Biology -
University of Wyoming
Associates Biology -
Central Wyoming College
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