Sonita Thao
Elk River,MN
Summary
Versatile Production Supervisor knowledgeable about equipment operation, quality standards and safety hazards. Versed in documentation, compliance and scheduling. Streamlines workflow to maintain productivity and proactively addresses challenges to minimize downtime. Seeking to maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor II
TE Connectivity Corporation
Plymouth, MN
03.2023 - Current
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Managed team of 24 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.
- 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.
- Achieved on-time shipments goal by empowering employees to continued success.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labor, equipment and materials.
- Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
- Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
- 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.
- Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
- Collaborated with other leaders and executives to direct workflow and support operations.
- Created and implemented strategies for improving operational efficiency and accuracy.
- Conducted performance reviews each quarter, offering praise and recommendations for improvement.
- Interpreted work order information and specifications to plan, schedule and complete jobs precisely.
- Collaborated with internal teams to streamline operations across materials handling, production, and shipping.
- Coordinated project workflows for departments.
Lead Production Operator
TE Connectivity Corporation
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Followed job order for product specifications, dimensions, tolerances and sequence of operations.
- Reduced accidents and injuries by observing safety policies and procedures.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed to correct machine malfunctions.
- Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
- Loaded and unloaded product on and off conveyor line by routinely lifting up to 20 pounds.
- Calibrated and adjusted equipment to achieve quality production.
- Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
- Followed best manufacturing practices for operation of production equipment.
- Read and interpreted documents to reach maximum productivity and achieve quality objectives.
- Checked inventory supply and stock bins to maintain proper stock levels.
- Used tools such as calipers, micrometers and protractors in alignment with best practices.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
- Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
- Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
- Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
- Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
- Investigated processing errors and malfunctions, resolving issues with minor machine repairs.
- Tested products or subassemblies for functionality or quality and troubleshot problems with equipment, devices, or products.
- Reviewed production schedules and streamlined processes.
- Oversaw logistics and inventory management for storeroom.
Operator III
TE Connectivity
02.2020 - 05.2022
- Assist assembly line
- SAP, Confirm/Review Production Orders, and document data
- Outlook/Email
- Train
- Operate multiple manual operations
- Operate braiding machines
- Anneal
- Cycle count
- Follow MPI
- Shipping and packaging
Operator II
Teleflex
08.2019 - 01.2020
- Operate multiple machines
- Operate multiple manual operations
- Inspect
- Record PO documentation
- Follow MPI
Color Consultant/ Makeup Artist
Sephora
04.2016 - 05.2019
- Consult and assist
- Apply makeup
- Assist with mini facials
- Instructed makeup classes
- Multi-client service
- Schedule appointments
- Assisted incoming calls
- Complete Transactions
- Provide samples
- Participate in current week/month theme
- Maintain the store cleanliness
- Stock products
- Created and recorded color formulas to match colors.
Operator II
Saint Jude Medical
04.2010 - 05.2015
- Sew porcine heart valves
- Analyze and record air pressure vent gauges
- Follow MPI
- Inspection
- Trained/Assisted onboarding employees
- Engaged in weekly meetings with management to discuss company improvements
Education
Pharmacy Technician Diploma -
Penn Foster
01.2009
High School Diploma -
Arlington Senior High
01.2006
Skills
- Continuous Improvement
- Production Target
- Quality Assurance Expertise
- Priority Management
- Train/ Mentor
- Adaptability
- Conflict Resolution
- Team Collaboration and Leadership
- SAP Expertise
References
Available per request
Languages
English
Hmong
Timeline
Production Supervisor II
TE Connectivity Corporation
03.2023 - Current
Lead Production Operator
TE Connectivity Corporation
05.2022 - 02.2023
Operator III
TE Connectivity
02.2020 - 05.2022
Operator II
Teleflex
08.2019 - 01.2020
Color Consultant/ Makeup Artist
Sephora
04.2016 - 05.2019
Operator II
Saint Jude Medical
04.2010 - 05.2015
Pharmacy Technician Diploma -
Penn Foster
High School Diploma -
Arlington Senior High
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