Shatitia Austin
Lead
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Analytical Production Line Leader with 9 years of experience in manufacturing settings. Proven to streamline processes and workflows by identifying deficiencies and suggesting actionable improvements to management. Motivating Production Line Leader with strengths in creating positive, safe work culture. Committed to employee engagement and wellbeing. Examined completed work to detect defects and verify conformance to specifications. Production Line Leader with experience in operating production line and supervising staff producing finished products. Knowledge of job rates for running on production line. Professional attitude and performance when supervising staff. Work in conjunction with other departments for positive production results.
Experienced production professional with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in overseeing production processes, improving operational efficiency, and ensuring quality standards. Known for adaptability, reliability, and effective problem-solving. Prepared to drive success and deliver impactful outcomes in dynamic environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Lead
Medline Industries, Inc
Hartland, WI
11.2022 - 02.2026
- Oversaw daily production operations, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Mentored team members in operational procedures and best practices for efficiency.
- Streamlined production processes, reducing waste and enhancing workflow effectiveness.
- Implemented training programs that improved staff performance and operational knowledge.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to align production goals with organizational objectives.
- Analyzed production metrics to identify areas for continuous improvement and optimization.
- Led problem-solving initiatives that resolved production bottlenecks and enhanced output quality.
- Trained new hires on production procedures, ensuring a quick ramp-up time and consistent performance levels across the team.
- Managed a team of production workers, ensuring timely completion of tasks and adherence to safety protocols.
- Maintained safe work areas by keeping pathways and stations free of hazards and excess waste or materials.
- Participated in safety training programs to maintain a thorough understanding of best practices, ensuring full compliance within the team.
- Communicated clear instructions for general operations and product-specific runs to prevent errors and rework.
- Collaborated with Quality Control teams to address any issues identified during inspections, implementing corrective actions as necessary to prevent reoccurrence.
- Increased overall product quality by closely monitoring production processes and providing constructive feedback.
- Monitored employee activities to verify consistent use of good manufacturing principles.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts and overhead cranes to safely move heavy loads.
- Trained workers in proper operation, calibration, and maintenance of production line equipment.
- Facilitated open communication channels between team members, fostering a positive work environment conducive to high performance levels.
- Kept production line ready for monthly inspections and yearly audits by consistently following optimal processes.
- Monitored equipment performance, coordinating regular maintenance checks and repairs to minimize unplanned downtime events.
- Organized regular production line cleaning and sanitation to prevent contamination and consumer illnesses.
- Worked with supervisor and other team leads to manage and prioritize staffing assignments to meet customer demand and production schedules.
- Monitored workers on site during production activities for safety procedures compliance.
- Updated production metrics and facilitate regular team communication.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Reviewed production schedules and streamlined processes.
- Investigated processing errors and malfunctions, resolving issues with minor machine repairs.
Patient Care Associate
Redeeming Hearts
Milwaukee, WI
01.2018 - 09.2022
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Performed patient mobility services by turning, lifting, moving and repositioning patients.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.
- Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
- Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Helped clients manage money, pay bills and shop for groceries or personal items.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Ran errands for patients, did shopping, and picked up other necessities.
- Assisted with patient transfers and ambulation.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Upheld confidentiality requirements and regulatory compliance guidelines.
Production Line Leader
Pentair Aquatic Systems
Brookfield, WI
01.2012 - 02.2021
- Monitored and verified quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.
- Collaborated with internal teams to streamline operations across materials handling, production and shipping.
- Operated light-duty bench and floor-type machine tools and automation equipment.
- Completed logs and reports to document detailed information on production, spoilage and departmental maintenance needs.
- Supervised production staff of 10 - 25
- Supervised production staff of 10-25 people.
- Followed good manufacturing processes (GMPs).
- Prioritized employee safety to reduce incidents.
- Trained line workers in material handling and assembly production work.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
- Performed data entry computer functions pertaining to job type.
- Inspected products every hour depending on complexity level or design for production.
- Performed root cause analysis to determine quality issues and develop long-term solutions.
- Worked on complex problems requiring independent action and high degree of initiative to resolve issues.
- Reduced waste and cost through managing daily improvement.
- Conducted routine inspections of incoming materials to check quality and compliance with established product specifications.
- Minimized resource and time losses by addressing employee or production issue directly and implementing timely solutions.
Education
No Degree - Sales And Sales Management
Cardinal Stritch University
Milwaukee, WI06-2011
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Cardinal Stritch University
Milwaukee, WI05-2011
Skills
- Social Perceptiveness
- Client Satisfaction
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Fluid Measurement
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- Computer Literacy
- Reading Comprehension
- Assisting with Daily Living
- Materials Assembly
- Duty Assignments
- Root Cause Analysis Participation
- Teamwork and Communication
- Workstation Equipment Monitoring
- Production scheduling
- Workflow management
- Health and safety compliance
- Assembly and production
- 5S methodology
- Equipment operation
- Manufacturing processes
- Operations support
- Safety rules enforcement
- Standard operating procedures
- Quality control guidelines
- Manufacturing
- Equipment monitoring
- Procedure implementation
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Production line supervision
- Team member motivation
- Cost reduction strategies
- Training needs assessment
- Positive attitude
- Production operations
- Strong work ethic
- Good communication
- Attention to detail
- Production documentation
- Computer skills
- Heavy lifting
- Machinery operation
- Punctual and dependable
- Punctual and reliable
- Teamwork and coordination
- Production line work
- Visual inspection
- Picking and packing
- Pallet jacks
- Health and safety regulations
- Worksite safety
- Machine operation
- Incident reporting
- Defects identification
- Assembly line operations
- Production error correction
- Warehouse operations
Timeline
Production Lead
Medline Industries, Inc
11.2022 - 02.2026
Patient Care Associate
Redeeming Hearts
01.2018 - 09.2022
Production Line Leader
Pentair Aquatic Systems
01.2012 - 02.2021
No Degree - Sales And Sales Management
Cardinal Stritch University
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Cardinal Stritch University