NIna Prince
Winfield,MO
Summary
Hardworking Plant Superintendent oversees production operations, including coordinating supplies, maintaining equipment and training employees. Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational abilities. Offers 20+ years of experience.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Superintendent
Clark Dietrich
02.2017 - Current
- Promoted a culture of teamwork among employees by fostering open communication channels, encouraging collaboration, and providing opportunities for growth within the organization.
- Championed successful plans for Load ins to Home Depot and Lowes. Ensuring all raw material was ordered and ready to produce the material required.
- Initiated a Plant Improvement committee to achieve better retention of new hires.
- Maintain a 3 month schedule for the main line in the facility which ensure all other equipment will run footage requirements based off our monthly goals.
- Created several process improvements to drive safety within the plant including restructuring of the turret department.
- Successfully trained our Plant manager on products, processes, and over all Strait-flex history.
- Created safety initiatives to promote Near Miss participation which has increased our participation rate. In April it was 92.3%.
- Created detailed SOP's for equipment to enhance the training process for new hires.
- Improved plant efficiency by implementing streamlined production processes and optimizing equipment usage.
- Managed change effectively by proactively communicating with employees about upcoming modifications to processes or policies, fostering a positive environment receptive to ongoing evolution and growth.
Operations Manager
Straitflex-International
01.2016 - Current
- Started training with ownership on Strait-flex production processes when he knew he was retiring.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Facilitated smooth collaboration between departments through clear communication channels.
- Created all schedules to ensure customer orders were shipped in a timely manner.
- Product testing and development including new raw materials.
- Analyzed data trends to identify potential bottlenecks in operations workflow, implementing strategies to mitigate risks accordingly.
- Managed the facility while ownership at vacation home throughout the year.
VP of Business Development
Strait-flex International
01.2011 - Current
- Worked closely with ownership to create sales initiatives for each customer group.
- Organized and developed marketing plans to promote new products tracking progression and presenting results.
- Expanded market share by developing relationships with our international customer base.
- Created presentations for product reviews to be presented to our Big Box customers.
- Trained and worked closely with all of our two step customers to ensure their sales teams were educated on selling Strait-flex products.
- Worked closely with ownership to create new product trials. Met with contractors and collected feed back to verify we had a new viable product options.
- Communicated directly with customers and partners to build strong business networks and relationships.
- Contributed to industry events and trade shows to showcase products and gather industry intelligence.
- Engaged in product training, demonstrations, consumer awareness, branding, and acquisition initiatives to raise awareness and revenues.
Inside Sales Manager
Strait-flex International
01.2006 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and exceptional customer service.
- Managed 4 sales specialists by coaching on effective sales techniques, monitoring performance and offering helpful feedback.
- Monitored and amplified sales pipeline to maintain flow of potential leads and prospects.
- Worked closely with other departments to promote products and marketing campaigns.
- Updated accounts and maintained long-term relationships with clients.
- Introduced new products to the existing client base, leading to an increase in upselling opportunities and repeat business.
- Conducted comprehensive competitor analysis to adapt selling techniques accordingly, ultimately gaining a competitive advantage in the market.
- Coordinated activities and projects to plan sales department operations and meet timelines.
- Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
Logistics Manager
Strait-flex International
01.2003 - Current
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by closely monitoring order fulfillment and addressing issues promptly.
- Ensured regulatory compliance in all aspects of logistics operations, including transportation safety standards and customs requirements.
- Planned and supervised shipments from production to end-user and scheduled daily and weekly routes.
- Monitored logistics performance and identified improvement opportunities.
- Negotiated RFQ's yearly with all carriers to ensure our cost would stay competitive.
- Communicated with all international customers to ensure their material was routed the most efficient way available.
- Planned and organized all trade show shipments to ensure all items arrived timely and in working condition.
- Facilitated smooth communication between sales, production, and distribution departments to improve overall workflow efficiency.
Administrative Assistant
Strait-flex International
01.2001 - Current
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Started initiating customer follow up calls for sample kits. Tracked effectiveness and next steps for the sales department.
- Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
- Created and maintained databases to track and record customer data.
- Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
- Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
Machine Operator
Strait-flex International
10.1999 - Current
- Followed detailed instructions to operate Rolling Table machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Pulled customer orders and sample requests daily.
- Worked closely with sales department on sample distribution to coincide with marketing programs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Crystal City High School
Crystal City, MOSkills
- Plant and warehouse operations
- Controlling costs
- Safety practices
- Continuous improvement strategies
- Quality assurance standards
- Production Scheduling
- Monitoring performance
- Optimizing production
- Team Training
- Problem-Solving
- Team Collaboration and Leadership
Timeline
Plant Superintendent
Clark Dietrich
02.2017 - Current
Operations Manager
Straitflex-International
01.2016 - Current
VP of Business Development
Strait-flex International
01.2011 - Current
Inside Sales Manager
Strait-flex International
01.2006 - Current
Logistics Manager
Strait-flex International
01.2003 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Strait-flex International
01.2001 - Current
Machine Operator
Strait-flex International
10.1999 - Current
High School Diploma -
Crystal City High School
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