Nicole Moen
Ramsey,MN
Summary
Flexible Manufacturing Supervisor with 14-year background in the medical device manufacturing industry in multiple roles. Experience overseeing a group of 50+ employees and leading multiple teams in meeting customer demands and utilizing Lean Six principles to optimize production processes.
Adept at fostering team collaboration and driving results through effective leadership and problem-solving. Skilled in workflow management, quality control, and meeting production targets while adapting to changing operational needs. Known for reliability and results-driven approach.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Supervisor
Medtronic
Brooklyn Center, MN
08.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with other leaders to direct workflow performance and support Battery operations
- Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status for 5 battery manufacturing lines overnight
- Led initiative to ensure all RPD production lines had MPS tools deployed and working effectively
- Conducted root cause analysis on production issues, identifying solutions that prevented future recurrence of similar problems.
- Identified problems and implemented effective solutions using MPS tools and the DMAIC process
- Completed production plans by creating and implementing staffing strategies that align with Value Stream objectives and goals - "Flexible Workforce"
- Managed staff hiring, training and supervision
- Recorded and reported attendance and hours worked for all area employees, carefully monitoring cost centers and actual hours.
Cell Operating System Team Lead
Medtronic
Brooklyn Center, MN
10.2016 - 08.2021
- Developed weekly production plans on a multi-model mix production line to deliver on customer demand requirements.
- Coached team members on techniques to enhance job task completion.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Managed schedules and coordinated time off requests to ensure adequate shift coverage.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
- Monitored team performance and provided feedback to improve productivity and uphold quality standards.
Cell Lead
Medtronic
Brooklyn Center, MN
11.2014 - 10.2016
- Trained and certified employees on various equipment operations.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
- Assigned manpower and allocated work based on production schedules
- Maintained regular communication within departments to plan and execute production goals.
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
Medical Device Assembler
Medtronic
Brooklyn Center, MN
07.2012 - 11.2014
- Assembled production parts with high degree of accuracy and precision using manual and automated equipment.
- Visually inspected devices for defects and verified quality standards were met.
- Followed detailed assembly instructions, processes and procedures.
- Troubleshot faulty equipment.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe working environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Metropolitan State University
St. Paul, MN12-2021
High School Diploma -
Anoka High School
Anoka, MN06-2010
Skills
- Battery Manufacturing
- Lean Six Sigma- Yellow Belt
- Quality & Compliance
- Team Development
- Process Improvement
- Workflow Management
- Priority Management
- Strategic Staffing
Timeline
Manufacturing Supervisor
Medtronic
08.2021 - Current
Cell Operating System Team Lead
Medtronic
10.2016 - 08.2021
Cell Lead
Medtronic
11.2014 - 10.2016
Medical Device Assembler
Medtronic
07.2012 - 11.2014
High School Diploma -
Anoka High School
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Metropolitan State University