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Suzette Parks

Shakopee,MN

Summary

Supportive Team Lead with 10 plus years of experience leading teams. Expert in following detailed production schedules with distinguished history of maximizing productivity. Committed to proactive reorganization for optimized safety and efficiency. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

COS Team Lead

Medtronic
04.2021 - Current
  • Led production meetings to provide reports to management.
  • Led safety meetings and monitored compliance with gear requirements and best practices.
  • Mentored junior team members for professional development, enhancing overall skill set within the group.
  • Reduced product defects by enforcing strict quality control measures and providing staff training on best practices.
  • Assisted senior management with strategic planning efforts by providing valuable insights from the production floor perspective.
  • Trained new employees, instructing each in use of machinery, standard operating procedures and company policies.
  • Operated various machines used in production processes.
  • Resolved conflicts among team members effectively while maintaining a positive working atmosphere conducive to productivity.
  • Managed daily operations, ensuring timely completion of work orders and maintaining high safety standards in the workplace.
  • Evaluated existing workflows, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing changes as needed for increased efficiency.
  • Increased team productivity by setting clear expectations, providing regular feedback, and conducting performance evaluations.
  • Completed production plans by scheduling and assigning personnel to daily tasks.

Production Group Leader

Medtronic
01.2020 - 04.2021
  • Identified potential bottlenecks in the production process, implementing solutions to eliminate inefficiencies.
  • Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
  • Prepared, calibrated, and monitored production levels to achieve targets.
  • Repaired equipment to keep jobs moving smoothly, informing maintenance department of major machinery failures.
  • Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.

Assembler 3

Medtronic
02.2006 - 01.2019
  • Created reports to document and provide information regarding production progress and developments.
  • Carried out preventative maintenance, keeping tools and machinery functional.
  • Assisted in development of new assembly processes.
  • Trained new assembly personnel on proper use of equipment.
  • Established strong relationships with supervisors and managers through consistent communication regarding progress updates, concerns, or areas for potential improvement.

Nursing Assistant

Northridge Care Center
03.2003 - 01.2006


  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Served total care to clients in the facility including, but not limited to feeding, bathing, and providing companionship.
  • Assisted in the mobility of those that are physically challenged.

Kodak Processor Operator

Kodak Processing Lab
03.2001 - 02.2003
  • In charge of processing color and black and white film.
  • Ensures over all quality products are delivered
  • Handled wide range of equipment and tools to accomplish logging objectives.
  • Ensures customer demand are met.

Sub Assembly Group Lead

Fujitsu
06.1998 - 10.2000
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and projects.

Education

Associate Degree in Technology - General Radio Communication Operator

Capitol Institute of Technician
Bacolod City, Philippines
03.1996

Skills

  • Team Leadership and Coordination
  • Employee Training
  • Product and Parts Inspection
  • Assembly line supervision
  • Technical knowledge
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Relationship Building
  • Team Communication and Collaboration
  • Scheduling Coordination
  • Production Planning Proficiency

Certification

  • Completed one week problem solving course
  • Completed basic COS 101 training
  • Kaisen



Timeline

COS Team Lead

Medtronic
04.2021 - Current

Production Group Leader

Medtronic
01.2020 - 04.2021

Assembler 3

Medtronic
02.2006 - 01.2019

Nursing Assistant

Northridge Care Center
03.2003 - 01.2006

Kodak Processor Operator

Kodak Processing Lab
03.2001 - 02.2003

Sub Assembly Group Lead

Fujitsu
06.1998 - 10.2000

Associate Degree in Technology - General Radio Communication Operator

Capitol Institute of Technician

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