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Paola Vega

MAnville,NJ

Summary

Ambitious Production Manager with 10 years of experience in production environments. Motivates employees to align performance with company objectives in fast-paced production environments. Superior competency in resource allocation, production scheduling and workflow management.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Manager

Scentbird
10.2018 - 06.2023
  • Managed over 100 employees.
  • Managed to fulfilled over 100,000 orders weekly.
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
  • Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
  • Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
  • Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
  • Estimated labor requirements to support anticipated workload.
  • Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees, and worked with human resources to meet changing production schedules.
  • Created streamlined production schedules and collaborated with production employees to communicate objectives and goals.
  • Reviewed maintenance and repair problems to determine appropriate action for resolution.
  • Wrote and conducted formal performance reviews for production personnel.
  • Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
  • Coordinated with other departments to align production with customer requirements.
  • Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
  • Enforced health and safety protocols to promote safe working environment.
  • Planned operations to meet established schedules, factoring in order demands and business forecasts.

Production Supervisor

Arcade Beauty
11.2013 - 09.2018
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Managed team of 130 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
  • Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
  • Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
  • Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
  • Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
  • Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
  • Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
  • Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
  • Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment performance, reviewing materials supplies, and organizing manpower.
  • Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays.
  • Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
  • Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
  • Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.
  • Kept accurate and detailed records of personnel progress and productivity.
  • Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status.
  • Cultivated professional working relationships with peers and supervisors.
  • Collaborated with internal teams to streamline operations across materials handling, production, and shipping.

Quality Control Inspector

Qualis
07.2009 - 04.2013
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
  • Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
  • Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
  • Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
  • Collaborated with production staff to establish and meet quality standards
  • Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
  • Identified and documented quality discrepancies for management to develop resolutions.
  • Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
  • Examined products for imperfections and defects.
  • Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.
  • Updated quality control records and reports.
  • Checked color, shape, texture and grade of products and materials against established templates, charts, and samples.
  • Followed standard operating procedures for inspections and tests.
  • Provided feedback to production team regarding product quality.
  • Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials.

Education

High School Diploma -

Franklin High School
Somerset, NJ
06.2009

Skills

  • Safety Policies and Procedures
  • Employee Performance Reviews
  • Manufacturing Operations Management
  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Team Management
  • Standard Operating Procedures Understanding
  • Manufacturing Production Scheduling
  • Staff Management
  • Compliance with GMPs
  • Safety and Sanitation Standards
  • Production Standards
  • Manufacturing Monitoring
  • Strong Leadership Abilities

Timeline

Production Manager

Scentbird
10.2018 - 06.2023

Production Supervisor

Arcade Beauty
11.2013 - 09.2018

Quality Control Inspector

Qualis
07.2009 - 04.2013

High School Diploma -

Franklin High School
Paola Vega