Ruth Johnson-Soto
Frankfort,KY
Summary
Results-oriented Production Team Leader with strong skills in team leadership, and process optimization. Currently, I am in the Production Group Leader Pool and working as the Finance Chair for TODOS BPG.
Demonstrated success in enhancing productivity and reducing waste through effective scheduling and collaboration across functions. Committed to continuous growth and learning, consistently seeking opportunities to improve performance, and exceed expectations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
Work History
Production Team Leader
TMMK
Georgetown, Kentucky
05.2012 - Current
- Supervised daily production activities to align with quality standards and operational goals.
- Trained team members on machinery use and adherence to safety protocols.
- Developed production schedules to optimize workflow and maximize efficiency across shifts.
- Conducted regular equipment inspections to identify maintenance needs, and minimize downtime.
- Implemented process improvements that increased productivity and reduced waste in manufacturing.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve production challenges and enhance output.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss objectives, share updates, and promote collaboration.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure material availability for uninterrupted production.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced production efficiency and reduced downtime across the assembly line.
- Facilitated cross-training initiatives to enhance team versatility and improve workflow flexibility.
- Monitored production schedules to ensure timely completion of orders while maintaining quality standards.
- Developed and maintained standard operating procedures to streamline production processes and ensure consistency.
- Conducted root cause analysis on production defects, leading to strategic adjustments and improved product quality.
- Coordinated maintenance activities for production equipment, minimizing disruptions and ensuring operational readiness.
- Led daily production meetings to communicate objectives and address team concerns effectively.
- Evaluated team performance and provided constructive feedback to foster professional development and growth.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations through regular audits and employee training sessions.
- Collaborated with quality assurance teams to identify and resolve product discrepancies promptly.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing excess stock and improving material availability.
- Assisted in developing production strategies that aligned with overall business goals and objectives.
- Identified and mitigated potential safety hazards in the workplace, promoting a culture of safety.
- Managed team workload effectively to optimize performance, ensuring all production targets were met.
- Provided leadership, guidance, and direction to team members on daily tasks.
- Addressed employee and production issues to determine and implement optimal resolutions, preventing wasted resources, and maintaining schedules.
- Kept areas clean, neat, and inspection-ready to comply with product guidelines.
- Identified areas of improvement in the production process and recommended changes.
- Conducted training sessions for new employees on safety protocols and job responsibilities.
- Ensured quality standards were maintained throughout the production process.
- Planned and managed resources to consistently meet production, quality, and cost goals.
- Defined, created and developed solutions to identify root cause of problems to avoid future occurrences.
- Oversaw maintenance activities on machinery used in manufacturing operations.
- Performed regular safety inspections of equipment and facilities in accordance with regulations.
- Assigned duties to production staff and monitored progress.
- Implemented cost-saving measures to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
- Coordinated with internal departments to maximize operational efficiency across production and administrative areas.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory levels, material usage, and labor hours worked.
- Streamlined operational efficiencies by coordinating staff development and succession planning.
- Identified source of equipment malfunctions by using various troubleshooting methods.
- Monitored compliance with company policies, procedures, standards, and regulations.
- Set up, adjusted and maintained machines to operate at peak levels and meet challenging demands.
- Analyzed data related to product defects or non-conformances to identify trends or patterns.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly while maintaining positive relationships.
- Managed all aspects of the production line including scheduling personnel shifts.
- Facilitated problem solving sessions among team members to resolve conflicts or issues.
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
- Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
- Hand-assembled needed parts with bolts and screws.
- Received incoming shipments and reviewed contents against purchase order for accuracy.
- Calibrated machines to adhere to quality standards and maintain required productivity levels.
- Separated products according to weight, grade and size of material to produce final product.
- Attached identification labels to finished packaged items or stamped lot number and shipping destination information on containers.
- Looked through work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
- Classified defects from finished orders for record tracking and statistics.
- Prepared for work to be completed by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications and part lists.
- Measured and weighed items to meet quality standards and prevent waste.
- Sorted product components on worktables to maintain maximum organization and productivity.
Education
Perito Mercantil Y Contador Publico - Accounting And Finance
Instituto Superacion Del Norte
La Ceiba, Atlantida Honduras11-1994
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Production scheduling
- Process improvement
- Safety training
- Quality control
- Inventory management
- Workflow optimization
- Team leadership
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Performance monitoring
- Employee coaching
- Goal setting
- Team motivation
- Work scheduling
- Cost reduction strategies
- Employee motivation
- Quality assurance
- Worker training
- Quality assurance controls
- Safety monitoring
- Contamination prevention
- Personnel management
- Production planning
- Continuous improvements
- Resource tracking
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
Business Process Modeling and Analysis
Timeline
Production Team Leader
TMMK
05.2012 - Current
Perito Mercantil Y Contador Publico - Accounting And Finance
Instituto Superacion Del Norte