Nicole Novak
Union,United States
Summary
Accomplished Supervisor with a proven track record at Pacific Dairy Solutions, enhancing production efficiency and employee satisfaction. Expert in Lean Manufacturing and adept at fostering teamwork, I've significantly improved cross-functional collaboration and quality control, leading to a noticeable increase in operational excellence without compromising safety.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
2nd Shift Supervisor
Pacific Dairy Solutions
04.2024 - Current
- Coordinated cross-functional efforts between departments to address bottlenecks in production processes proactively.
- Streamlined communication within the team through regular meetings and transparent updates on project progress.
- Ensured adherence to safety regulations by conducting regular inspections and enforcing strict compliance with established guidelines.
- Monitored employee attendance records, managing absences effectively to minimize disruptions in production schedules.
- Maintained open lines of communication with upper management, providing accurate and timely reports on shift performance and key metrics.
- Collaborated with other supervisors to evaluate employee performance, identify areas for improvement, and develop strategies for professional growth.
- Increased employee satisfaction by addressing concerns, providing constructive feedback, and promoting a positive work environment.
Shipping Manager
Enjet Aero
02.2022 - 04.2024
- Pulled, verified, and packaged items for shipment.
- Prepared shipping documents and invoices, processed payments, and fielded client questions.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving shipment issues promptly and professionally.
- Reduced order errors with thorough quality control checks before dispatching shipments.
- Maintained positive relationships with representatives of UPS, FedEX, USPS, and DHL shipping companies.
- Boosted inventory and recordkeeping accuracy by conducting thorough inspections and comparing shipment contents with documentation.
- Trained and supervised warehouse staff in proper handling techniques for safe loading and unloading of goods.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers and carriers, ensuring timely delivery of shipments.
- Communicated with vendor representatives to resolve damaged shipments and item shortages.
Line Assembler
A-dec
09.2021 - 02.2022
- Collaborated with team members to meet production deadlines and maintain a consistent workflow.
- Ensured product quality through thorough inspection of assembled items before moving them to the next stage in the process.
- Increased productivity by quickly identifying issues in the assembly process and making necessary adjustments or repairs.
- Met daily quotas consistently by always working hard and efficiently with little downtime.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
- Demonstrated adaptability by learning new techniques or working with different materials when required for various product lines or special projects.
Gluing Machine Operator
Graphic Packaging International
05.2008 - 09.2021
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes and improve overall performance.
- Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Increased product quality through meticulous monitoring of machine settings and making adjustments as needed.
- Upheld high-quality standards while meeting tight deadlines during periods of increased demand.
- Adhered to strict quality control measures, guaranteeing consistent product output that met or exceeded customer expectations.
- Ensured accurate documentation of production data for analysis and continuous improvement efforts.
Education
N/A - Dental Assisting
Midwest Institute
Fenton, MO08.2012
Skills
- Employee Training
- Technical knowledge
- Task Delegation
- Staff Development
- Strong leadership abilities
- Dedication to product quality
- Customer Support
- Health and safety
- Assembly and production
- Quality Inspection
- Manufacturing
- Health and safety compliance
- Manufacturing management
- Safety Management
- Equipment Operation
- Manufacturing operations
- Team Development
- Staff Management
- Materials Management
- Continuous improvements
- Quality Control
- Safety Monitoring
- Training skills
- Inventory Coordination
- Equipment monitoring
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
- Root Cause Analysis
- Production Line Management
- Lean Manufacturing
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Computer Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Decision-Making
- Team Collaboration and Leadership
- Relationship Building
- Safety Procedures
- Training and mentoring
- Flexible Schedule
- Team building
- Task Prioritization
Timeline
2nd Shift Supervisor
Pacific Dairy Solutions
04.2024 - Current
Shipping Manager
Enjet Aero
02.2022 - 04.2024
Line Assembler
A-dec
09.2021 - 02.2022
Gluing Machine Operator
Graphic Packaging International
05.2008 - 09.2021
N/A - Dental Assisting
Midwest Institute
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