Tammy Bush
Athens,Georgia
Summary
Experienced Group Manager with a proven track record of successfully leading diverse teams and achieving project success. Skilled in optimizing workflows and enhancing team performance, resulting in consistently positive outcomes. Recognized for exceptional leadership abilities and strong communication skills, fostering collaboration and successfully attaining departmental objectives.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Group Manager 1
Caterpillar
01.2024 - Current
- Monitored team performance to identify productivity improvement opportunities.
- Identified areas of improvement through regular performance reviews, providing constructive feedback, and coaching for team members.
- Streamlined internal communication channels, fostering collaboration and improving overall team performance.
- Championed a culture of continuous improvement within the department, encouraging innovation and creative problem-solving among staff members.
Section Manager 3
CATERPILLAR BCP
10.2021 - 01.2024
- Facilitated 8 promotions through effective promotion of engagement, learning, and professional development.
- Continuously monitored operations and took immediate action on identified problems to prevent costly manufacturing issues.
- Organized a New Hire Meet & Greet to create a welcoming environment for new employees.
- Led WIN Athens Chapter, managing more than 25 people dedicated to driving business impact by supporting women sustainably.
Logistics Section Manager
CATERPILLAR BCP
03.2019 - 10.2021
- Facilitated engagement, learning, and professional development for direct reports, leading to 10 promotions.
- Ensured effective operation of assigned areas of dock & and warehouse to meet established schedules and production requirements while maintaining cost
- Creates strategies for optimized use of materials, machinery, and personnel to reach production cost, quality, and inventory management goals.
- Scheduled weekly section meetings to review emerging challenges, identify opportunities and recognize high-performing employees.community
Logistics Team Lead
CATERPILLAR BCP
03.2018 - 03.2019
- Managed 1st shift STTT Logistics team members to meet safety requirements, maintain quality levels, support production lines, and ensure timely material delivery.
- Achieved a significant decrease in POUs, reducing them by 70% with RCCA.
- Built and sustained positive relationships with critical personnel while addressing customer requirements efficiently.
- Implemented cross-training strategy for 21 team members, ensuring production goals were met.
MHE Team Lead
CATERPILLAR BCP
05.2015 - 03.2018
- Oversaw a group of 12 assemblers dedicated to both assembling work and career advancement.
- Mentored team members to enhance underdeveloped abilities.
- Cultivated strong relationships with key personnel such as assemblers, team leads, and internal support teams to improve work dynamics.
- Provided comprehensive training to team members on company procedures and safety standards.
Product Auditor
CATERPILLAR BCP
02.2014 - 05.2015
- Established effective communication channels with production management to present audit findings and make stop-to-fix recommendations.
- Conducted thorough research to identify control gaps in processes, procedures, and systems.
- Mentored new staff in general auditing procedures, technological protocols, and operational guidelines.
- Executed risk assessments pinpointing zones requiring heightened attention in subsequent audits.
CMS Supervisor
Loomis Armored US
02.2007 - 07.2013
- Oversaw daily operations for Cash Management Services Tellers, ensuring funds' accountability and security.
- Implemented tracking systems to oversee employee actions, successfully deterring suspicious behavior and maintaining zero liability incidents.
- Handled more than 40 customer calls daily, aiding in timely delivery of services.
- Managed customer complaints to achieve effective resolutions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Clarke Central High School
Athens, GA05.1993
Skills
- People Management
- Leadership
- Inventory Management
- Warehouse Logistics
- Operations Improvement
- Lean Manufacturing
- Standard Compliance
- Assembly Line Production
- Customer relations
- Strategic planning
- Motivation techniques
- Team quality control
- KSI tracking
- Inventory control
- Relationship building
- Health and safety procedures
- Complaint handling
- Quality control
- Continuous improvement
- Performance Development
Certification
LD200 Front-line Manager Development
LE101 Training
Lean: Simulated Work Environment - Table Top SWE
Lean Six Sigma Foundations
Timeline
Group Manager 1
Caterpillar
01.2024 - Current
Section Manager 3
CATERPILLAR BCP
10.2021 - 01.2024
Logistics Section Manager
CATERPILLAR BCP
03.2019 - 10.2021
Logistics Team Lead
CATERPILLAR BCP
03.2018 - 03.2019
MHE Team Lead
CATERPILLAR BCP
05.2015 - 03.2018
Product Auditor
CATERPILLAR BCP
02.2014 - 05.2015
CMS Supervisor
Loomis Armored US
02.2007 - 07.2013
High School Diploma -
Clarke Central High School
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