Samantha Barus
Valdese,NC
Summary
Seasoned Reconditioning Supervisor with a proven track record at Greenworks Tools, enhancing operational efficiency and quality assurance. Expert in critical thinking and team leadership, I've led cross-functional teams to achieve significant improvements, demonstrating a strong work ethic and proficiency in data management. Skilled in conflict resolution, I've successfully mediated employee disputes, ensuring a cohesive work environment.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Reconditioning Supervisor
Greenworks Tools
Morganton, NC
02.2023 - Current
- Coordinated efforts of technicians to achieve timely project completions in both quality and manufacturing domains.
- Created a framework to monitor and test Critical Quality Attributes in advance of distribution.
- Developed detailed assessments of reconditioning expenses to drive efficient resource utilization.
- Identified training needs for staff members, providing guidance and support as required.
- Monitored daily production activities to identify areas for improvement and increased efficiency.
- Implemented cost-saving strategies such as reusing components instead of replacing them.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization to ensure smooth workflow throughout the entire reconditioning process.
- Streamlined troubleshooting protocols for detecting issues in equipment.
- Researched new technologies that could be used in the reconditioning process.
- Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
- Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
- Proposed or approved modifications to project plans.
- Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
Manufacturing Supervisor I
Baxter Healthcare
Marion, USA
01.2013 - 08.2022
- Supervise 60+ individuals between multiple filling lines and departments
- Supervise mixing and prep departments
- Ensure training for all employees remains up to date at all times
- Ensure quality is maintained in accordance with Food and Drug Administration current good manufacturing practices
- Utilize employee resources in order to achieve high production efficiency
- Afforded the opportunity to oversee manufacturing operations in filling, pouching, prep, mixing and packing areas of a high capacity filling complex
- Participated in shrink focus force team and identified and implemented changes that resulted in substantial improvements to cell 1 shrink
- Participate in a cross functional team to investigate micro trends
- Responsible for the planning and execution of maintenance of area
- Responsible for ensuring compliance of daily, weekly, and periodic cleaning from a manufacturing perspective
- Cleaning validation specialist for manufacturing
- Participated in multiple job fairs/interview sessions
Facility Supervisor
Turning Point Services
Morganton, USA
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Supervise 60+ individuals between two different facilities
- Ensure training for all employees remains up to date at all times
- Complete safety and maintenance tasks for a broad range of equipment ranging from forklift to company vehicles
- Schedule and conduct all staff meetings at the facilities
- Recruit and hire/terminate employees as needed
- Provide management of employee time to ensure coverage of all sick and vacation time
- Keep track of facilities maintenance activities and needs
- Manage workshop that processes 20,000+ pounds of IV bag scrap per month
Qualified Professional
Turning Point Services
Morganton, USA
01.2006 - 01.2013
- Supervise more than 35 employees on 20+ cases
- Recruit and hire/terminate employees as needed
- Manage training and training documentation for all employees
- Process payroll and perform various other HR functions
- Assist in team meetings to discuss needs of special needs clients and how to create goals that will improve their life and encourage as much independence in their daily living as possible
- Complete monthly progress notes
- Work to complete internal audits of other facilities within the organization
- Assist during audits performed by external regulatory agencies i.e
- State based managed care organizations and federal community alternative program
- Prepare documentation for each case monthly and ensure audit ready status at any time
- Tracking and completing preventative maintenance on company assets
Education
BS - Psychology, Criminal justice
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC01.2005
High school or equivalent -
Freedom High School
Morganton, NC01.2001
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Conflict Resolution
- Team Leadership
- Experienced in Microsoft Office Suite
- Corrective Action Owner
- Data Management
- Employee Training
- Work Ethic
- Trackwise Proficiency
- Quality Assurance Investigator
Activities
- Medical Emergency Response Team Member
- Completed Leadership University Training
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Reconditioning Supervisor
Greenworks Tools
02.2023 - Current
Manufacturing Supervisor I
Baxter Healthcare
01.2013 - 08.2022
Facility Supervisor
Turning Point Services
01.2012 - 01.2013
Qualified Professional
Turning Point Services
01.2006 - 01.2013
BS - Psychology, Criminal justice
Appalachian State University
High school or equivalent -
Freedom High School