Veronica Shaw
Duncanville,TX
Summary
Over 10 years combined with production, manufacturing, and management. Dedicated to exceeding production goals consistently by enhanced safety, operational knowledge of machines, forecasts and statistics of many business industries. Sound mechanics, leadership, training abilities and a strong work ethic that will be an asset to any team.”. I am results-driven accustomed to overseeing operations with strong attention to detail. Quality-driven production leader with proven success in organizing workflows and coordinating resources to meet challenging goals. Industrious professional and resourceful problem-solver with persistent approach to tackling operational concerns.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
Canadian Solar Inc.
Mesquite, Texas
07.2023 - 05.2025
- Delegate tasks and responsibilities among team members for efficient material flow to production lines, and rework projects.
- Mentor, monitor, and guide employees to foster the proper completion of assigned duties.
- Motivate the team to drive production numbers and quality standards.
- Build strong relationships with quality and maintenance department heads to have issues expedited and/or resolved immediately.
- Minimize machine downtimes, and monitor machine efficiencies.
- Meet or exceed daily and monthly production goals.
- Use of Kaizen and Six Sigma principles. (White Belt)
- Establish open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions to performance and administration issues.
- Manage team performance by training, mentoring, disciplining, and motivating employees.
- Run a Lean Manufacturing area with 5S standards.
- Set standards and maintain areas for ISO 9001, ISO 12001 and internal audits.
- Produce materials according to quality standards and customer specifications.
- Organize work and material flow to meet demanding production line needs.
- Mentor staff on industry best practices, fostering professional growth, morale, and team cohesion.
- Manage a team of warehouse employees who receive and put away incoming materials.
- Document and complete quality holds for damaged or nonconforming materials in receiving and production areas.
- Manage staffing and workforce numbers according to budget and time restraints.
- Timekeeping in ADP includes administration duties, such as the issuance of corrective actions or coaching for attendance, safety violations, job performance, and any other discrepancies.
- Actively observe and monitor team schedule adherence and performance KPIs.
- Use of SAP/Oracle for real-time inventory and work order information.
- Use of BOM for material issuance per work orders, customer specs, and company SOPs.
- Monitor active inventory daily and verify quantities for in-production work orders.
- Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives in a lean environment to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
- Conduct regular inspections of machinery to ensure proper functioning and maintenance needs.
- Supervised a team of over 20 employees, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently and accurately.
Production Line Team Leader
Canadian Solar Inc.
Mesquite, TX
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Train new staff on job duties, company procedures, and safety policies.
- Verify incoming shipment quantities and quality upon receiving.
- Conduct and coordinate inventory audits.
- Lead warehouse improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies.
- Performed freight processing functions according to the company's SOPs.
- Supervised daily operations of the production team to ensure workflow efficiency and production goals.
- Managed inventory control systems to track materials and minimize stock discrepancies.
- Boost team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and providing clear communication and expectations.
- Reduce material waste and production mishaps through meticulous inventory management, and coordination with other team leads and department heads.
- Monitor equipment performance and reported maintenance needs promptly.
- Minimize machine down times and maximize machine efficiency levels. Document and report downtime and production numbers hourly.
- Attendance and performance tracking.
CNC Machine Operator Lead
Baumann Springs Texas
Fort Worth, Texas
09.2020 - 09.2022
- Interpret technical drawings to ensure accurate machining processes.
- Operate specialized Heller CNC machinery to produce precision metal components for medical and automotive devices(springs).
- Conduct routine maintenance on CNC equipment to optimize performance and reduce downtime.
- Change and adjust tooling and heat treatment processes for precise parts within strict tolerances.
- Monitored production runs, identifying and resolving issues to maintain quality standards.
- Implement automated and manual quality checks using bore gauges, ring gauges, scopes, comparators, micrometers, calipers, load testing software, and tension/pretension software.
- Performed routine preventive maintenance to keep machines in good working condition for maximum machine efficiency.
- Increased product quality by adhering to strict tolerances and client specifications.
- Monitor and adjust machines (tooling) during operation to produce conforming products.
- Extensive quality tests, ISO 9001.
- Scrap collection, retention, and processing of non-conforming raw materials.
- Inspect tooling and raw materials used in production.
Machine Operator II
Dart Container Corporation
08.2018 - 01.2021
- Assessed equipment for each production order perform preventive maintenance as scheduled.
- Maintain functionality of machines to ensure peak hourly performance.
- Perform and document hourly quality checks per machine. Use of calipers and leak-testing equipment.
- Operate multiple machines in a fast-paced production environment.
- Train new operators on safety, machine operation, functionality, and the importance of following SOPs, and safety rules.
Machine Operator/ Saw Operator
Resource MFG@ American Woodmark
05.2017 - 05.2018
- Set up and operated various machines to accomplish production goals.
- Calibrate, test and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Use of technical documentation using drawings and blue prints to determine settings and blade manipulations.
- Change saw blades on the Hendrick front-loading panel saw, and assist with PMs. Change and set up tooling for Koch dowel machines and Beisse drilling machines and multi-score machines.
- Operate and complete production runs on edge banding machines and lamination equipment.
- Change and clean lamination blades and keep rollers free of debris. load materials into automatic feeder.
Production Line Lead
Iilles Seasonings/ Labor Ready
05.2012 - 10.2016
- Complete production logs and reports hourly. Submit quality information pertaining to batches produced before the start of production runs.
- Report malfunctions of mixers and/or pumps to the maintenance department or immediate supervisors.
- Supervise 8-16 assembly line workers, including packers, box machine operators, and palletizers.
- Followed good manufacturing processes (GMPs).
- Prioritized employee safety to reduce accidents and/or near misses.
- Set up the production line with materials and assign workers to different functions to keep the line moving effectively.
- Use of walkie riders and sit-down forklifts to move materials from cages to kettles and the production area.
- Set up the To-Yo filler machine, performed the required maintenance, and made adjustments to the machines per job specifications.
- Meet and exceed daily production goals.
- Trained and mentored team members on equipment operation and best practices in food safety.
- Coordinate materials management and distribution, ensuring timely availability of raw materials for uninterrupted production line flow.
- Minimize machine downtimes, and monitor machine efficiency.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Tarrant County College
Fort Worth, TX01-2027
High School Diploma -
Lincoln Humanities/Communications Magnet High School
Dallas, TX05.1995
Skills
- Safety and Compliance
- Production management
- Equipment Operation
- Assembly and Production
- Training, Mentoring and Leadership
- Forklift and Electric Pallet Jack
- Handheld Scanners
- Team Leadership and Coordination
- Quality Inspection and Assurance
- Safe Equipment Operation
- Lean manufacturing
- Conflict resolution
- Employee training
Education
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Timeline
Production Supervisor
Canadian Solar Inc.
07.2023 - 05.2025
Production Line Team Leader
Canadian Solar Inc.
01.2023 - 07.2023
CNC Machine Operator Lead
Baumann Springs Texas
09.2020 - 09.2022
Machine Operator II
Dart Container Corporation
08.2018 - 01.2021
Machine Operator/ Saw Operator
Resource MFG@ American Woodmark
05.2017 - 05.2018
Production Line Lead
Iilles Seasonings/ Labor Ready
05.2012 - 10.2016
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Tarrant County College
High School Diploma -
Lincoln Humanities/Communications Magnet High School