Valerie Chaplin-Clayton
Sugar Grove,IL
Summary
Versatile Operations Management professional successful at taking on routine and complex business challenges with resourceful and creative approach. Recognized as driven, dedicated and hardworking leader with history of streamlining operations and increasing results.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Stay at Home Parent
Self-employed
03.2018 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
General Manager
Signet Jewelers
09.2013 - 05.2018
- Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Established comprehensive employee training programs to develop skills, improve productivity, and maintain compliance with industry regulations.
- Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, and schedules.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
Packaging Advisor
Avon Products
04.2008 - 02.2010
- Reduced waste and increased productivity through the application of Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by identifying and implementing process improvement strategies.
- Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
- Consistently met or exceeded production targets while maintaining strict quality standards, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Implemented safety protocols and conducted regular audits, achieving a reduction in workplace accidents and incidents.
Production Supervisor
Chiquita Brands
12.2006 - 04.2008
- Managed team of 270+ associates across 11 production lines, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Applied Six Sigma principles to process control methodology.
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
- Estimated labor requirements to support anticipated workload.
Operations Analyst
ConAgra Frozen Foods
06.2003 - 03.2006
- Optimized operational efficiency by analyzing and streamlining processes.
- Enhanced data accuracy through meticulous attention to detail in data management tasks.
- Improved team productivity by implementing effective workflow strategies and time management techniques.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive project plans, ensuring timely delivery of key milestones.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Operations Management
Wright State University
Dayton, OH05.2006
Associate of Arts - Dual AA Hospitality Management And Culinary Arts
Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OH05.2002
Skills
- Supply Chain Management
- Lean Six Sigma
- Microsoft Office
- Kronos
Timeline
Stay at Home Parent
Self-employed
03.2018 - Current
General Manager
Signet Jewelers
09.2013 - 05.2018
Packaging Advisor
Avon Products
04.2008 - 02.2010
Production Supervisor
Chiquita Brands
12.2006 - 04.2008
Operations Analyst
ConAgra Frozen Foods
06.2003 - 03.2006
Bachelor of Science - Operations Management
Wright State University
Associate of Arts - Dual AA Hospitality Management And Culinary Arts
Sinclair Community College
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