Tanya Little
Hartland,WI
Summary
Strategic Workforce Learning and Performance Leader experienced in developing and implementing programs that enhance organizational effectiveness and align with business priorities. Delivered high-impact training initiatives that improved operational efficiency and productivity through innovative strategies and comprehensive learning modules. Focused on fostering a culture of ethical behavior, accountability, and continuous improvement within organizations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Training Manager/Site Safety Coordinator
Medline Industries
Hartland, WI
01.2021 - Current
- Led the development and implementation of a comprehensive training program, increasing employee performance and regulatory compliance for new hires in their first 30 days by 8%
- Transformed new hire orientation into a comprehensive three-day hands-on learning experience
- Coordinated safety training and activities for corporate safety engagement program, achieving first place in 2024
- Aligned training programs with organizational goals by collaborating with stakeholders
- Coordinated training sessions in ETQ Reliance to enhance employee skills at the facility
Corporate Trainer-Education Division
Parallel Employment Group
Racine, WI
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Implemented and managed learning management system that streamlined training and communications, enhancing new hire onboarding for remote work processes
- Monitored employee compliance with licensing and training requirements across five states through ongoing needs assessments.
- Developed dispatcher training by reviewing internal policies and processes, optimizing substitute teacher placements
Facility Trainer/Talent Development Coordinator
Genco Pharmaceuticals, A FedEx Company
Milwaukee, WI
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Vetted, implemented, and managed a learning management system that improved training compliance by 78%
- Developed a hands-on training program and associated materials for the largest department that reduced non-productive training time by 24 hours
- Collaborated with Quality department to identify common and costly data entry errors, leading to creation of decision-making flow charts and adjustments to third-shift meeting times to address fatigue
- Led a cross-functional team who identified, reviewed, and approved continuous improvement projects for all functions of the building
- Adjusted timing of third-shift stand-up meeting to improve alertness and participation
- Chaired local Quality Driven Management (QDM) Council and contributed as member of Midwest Regional QDM Council, driving quality initiatives across regions
- Led cross-functional team to identify, review, and approve continuous improvement projects across building functions, enhancing overall operational effectiveness
- Changing the time of the third-shift stand-up meeting to address fatigue
- Recipient of FedEx Five Star Award, the company's highest individual recognition for "outstanding contributions through innovation, collaboration, efficiency, and profitability."
Pharmacy Technician Program Chair/Instructor
Milwaukee Career College
Milwaukee, WI
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Reviewed program for compliance with ABHES and Wisconsin's Department of Education accreditation standards
- Monitored student attendance and academic progress to assess graduation eligibility
- Developed and executed initiatives to enhance student engagement, resulting in an 11% decrease in program attrition.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
University of Wisconsin-Platteville
Platteville, WIMaster of Arts - Adult Education and Professional Development
Alverno College
Milwaukee, WIDoctor of Education - Higher Education Leadership
Alverno College
Milwaukee, WISkills
- Training solutions
- Learning management systems
- Onboarding programs
- Curriculum design
- Regulatory compliance
- Compliance tracking
- Needs assessment
- Program design
- Program optimization
- Process enhancement
- Change management
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Cross-functional leadership
- Training evaluation methods
Timeline
Training Manager/Site Safety Coordinator
Medline Industries
01.2021 - Current
Corporate Trainer-Education Division
Parallel Employment Group
01.2020 - 01.2021
Facility Trainer/Talent Development Coordinator
Genco Pharmaceuticals, A FedEx Company
01.2015 - 01.2019
Pharmacy Technician Program Chair/Instructor
Milwaukee Career College
01.2010 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
University of Wisconsin-Platteville
Master of Arts - Adult Education and Professional Development
Alverno College
Doctor of Education - Higher Education Leadership
Alverno College