SHONA TURNER
Trinity,NC
Summary
Proven leader with a track record of enhancing productivity and quality standards at Marquis Seating. Skilled in critical thinking and teamwork, I excel in workflow optimization and problem-solving, significantly improving operational efficiency. Demonstrates a strong work ethic and attention to detail, achieving high-quality outcomes under tight deadlines.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Scheduler - Appointment Setter
E. Pierce Inc,
08.2022 - Current
- Consistently met deadlines by effectively allocating resources, tracking progress, and making necessary adjustments to schedules as needed.
Supervisor
VISION CONTRACT MANUFACTURING
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize work
- Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
- Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
Sewing Supervisor-Shipping Supervisor
Marquis Seating
10.2007 - 07.2022
- Maintained high-quality standards for finished products by conducting thorough inspections and enforcing quality control procedures.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules for sewing machines and equipment to minimize downtime due to malfunctions or repairs.
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing streamlined sewing processes and techniques.
- Achieved timely completion of projects by closely monitoring progress and adjusting schedules as necessary to meet deadlines.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping of completed garments through meticulous documentation practices.
- Maximized workspace functionality through efficient organization strategies that enabled smooth workflow operations in the sewing department.
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
- Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety.
- Supervised shipping and handling operations.
- Managed a team of warehouse workers for optimal scheduling, task delegation, and overall productivity.
- Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes.
- Completed daily operations on time and maintained high standards of accuracy.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
- Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
- Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Operated warehouse material handling equipment correctly to move loads.
- Handled employee concerns promptly and effectively while maintaining open lines of communication amongst team members.
- Supervised shipping team of 15 employees.
- Developed effective communication channels between warehouse, shipping department, and sales teams for smooth operations.
- Managed a team of shipping personnel, fostering a productive work environment and promoting teamwork.
- Operated forklifts, lift trucks, and hand trucks to move items around warehouse.
- Assigned tasks to team members to complete within designated time frames.
- Supervised team of helpers, laborers and material movers to efficiently complete tasks.
- Certified Forklift Operator
- Foam Cutter, and Modifier, Cushion Stuffer
Upholstery Sewer
Carsons
07.2004 - 10.2007
- Solved complex patterning problems through critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills, ensuring optimal outcomes for clients'' custom orders.
- Reduced material waste by carefully measuring fabric cuts and optimizing the use of materials during sewing tasks.
- Adhered to strict deadlines while producing high-quality workmanship under pressure during peak seasons or rush orders.
- Delivered timely completion of projects through effective prioritization and time management skills.
- Maintained high-quality standards for finished products by following established company guidelines and procedures during the sewing process.
- Expanded knowledge of upholstery techniques through ongoing professional development, increasing versatility in project types handled.
- Improved upholstery quality by consistently double-checking measurements and alignments before sewing.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail when matching fabric patterns, leading to seamless final products that exceeded client expectations.
- Enhanced production efficiency by maintaining sewing machines and keeping work area clean and organized.
- Planned and paced work efficiently in order to meet daily, weekly, project, or production goals.
- Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor.
- Received and processed both written and verbal instructions, prints and work orders.
Upholstery Sewer
Adams Pierce Furniture
06.1991 - 07.2004
- Adhered to strict deadlines while producing high-quality workmanship under pressure during peak seasons or rush orders.
- Delivered timely completion of projects through effective prioritization and time management skills.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ledford Senior High School
Thomasville, NC06.1988
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Strong Work Ethic
- Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Effective Multitasking
- Schedule Coordination
- Problem-Solving
- Workflow Optimization
Timeline
Supervisor
VISION CONTRACT MANUFACTURING
03.2023 - 03.2024
Scheduler - Appointment Setter
E. Pierce Inc,
08.2022 - Current
Sewing Supervisor-Shipping Supervisor
Marquis Seating
10.2007 - 07.2022
Upholstery Sewer
Carsons
07.2004 - 10.2007
Upholstery Sewer
Adams Pierce Furniture
06.1991 - 07.2004
High School Diploma -
Ledford Senior High School
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