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Venetta Howard

Venetta Howard

Thornton,CO

Summary

Proactive Production Manager successful at anticipating needs and making adjustments to schedules, materials and workflow. Ready to bring expertise to company needing hands-on, knowledgeable and resourceful leader. Experienced Production Manager successful maintaining consistent on-time delivery for customers. Well-organized, proactive and resourceful in dealing with routine and complex production issues. Smoothly direct employees carrying out design operations to achieve demanding production goals, schedules and budget targets. Driven leader with excellent analytical, decision-making and project management abilities. Maintain employee focus and achieve quality targets with hands-on supervision.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Production Manager

Gunslinger Custom Paint
04.2013 - 07.2023
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
  • Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
  • Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
  • Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
  • Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
  • Partnered with leadership on recruiting, hiring and coaching production personnel.
  • Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees, and worked with human resources to meet changing production schedules.
  • Created streamlined production schedules and collaborated with production employees to communicate objectives and goals.
  • Wrote and conducted formal performance reviews for production personnel.
  • Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
  • Monitored inventory levels and restocking schedules to avoid production delays from unavailable materials.
  • Coordinated with other departments to align production with customer requirements.
  • Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.
  • Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
  • Enforced health and safety protocols to promote safe working environment.
  • Planned operations to meet established schedules, factoring in order demands and business forecasts.
  • Prepared and maintained production reports and personnel records.
  • Utilized data analysis tools to identify and resolve production issues.
  • Updated logs and submitted timely reports detailing activities in line with regulatory standards.
  • Trained in and implemented emergency response procedures to protect team members and property.

Direct Mail Manager

CRYSTAL VISION MARKETING
05.2007 - 12.2012
  • Built and maintained excellent working relationships with vendors, partners and internal teams.
  • Developed advertising tactics and implemented new solutions for increased brand awareness.
  • Built and deployed strategic approaches in marketing and branding to enhance product sales.
  • Designed and communicated direct mail campaign plans.
  • Communicated with vendors and industry service providers to drive strict regulatory compliance of marketing campaigns.
  • Worked closely with clients to design effective promotions to meet customer needs and exceed sales goals.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

University of Colorado At Boulder
Boulder, CO
05.1991

Skills

  • Operational Efficiency
  • Inventory Coordination
  • Reporting Requirements
  • Staff Management
  • Supply Management Expertise
  • Procurement Specialist
  • OSHA Regulations
  • Inventory Control
  • Coordinate Production
  • Strong Leadership Abilities

Certification

OSHA 40 hour and RCRA certified

Timeline

Production Manager

Gunslinger Custom Paint
04.2013 - 07.2023

Direct Mail Manager

CRYSTAL VISION MARKETING
05.2007 - 12.2012

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

University of Colorado At Boulder

OSHA 40 hour and RCRA certified

Venetta Howard