Wendy Thompson
Lancaster,SC
Summary
Accomplished Production Manager with over 15 years in manufacturing operations. Expertise in optimizing workflows, ensuring safety compliance, and driving quality control initiatives. Strong leadership skills foster a culture of safety and efficiency, contributing to enhanced operational performance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Manager
Campbells Company
Charlotte , NC
05.2011 - 08.2026
- Managed daily operations ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Monitored daily operations of the plant, ensuring safety protocols were followed.
- Coordinated production schedules with scheduling team to optimize workflow and resource allocation.
- Supervised team members, providing guidance and support for operational tasks.
- Collaborated with maintenance teams to ensure equipment reliability and uptime by creating an available PM schedule window for equipment PMs.
- Established key performance indicators to track supervisor progress towards operational goals.
- Developed job requisitions to efficiently fill open positions, reducing time-to-hire.
Shift Supervisor
Campbells Company
Charlotte , NC
08.2019 - 04.2022
- Supervised daily operations in a fast-paced food production environment.
- Coordinated shift schedules to ensure adequate staffing levels.
- Trained team members on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain product standards.
- Ensured all safety and sanitation regulations were met throughout the shift.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported maintenance needs promptly.
- Facilitated communication between departments for smooth workflow coordination.
- Addressed employee concerns and resolved conflicts effectively during shifts.
- Provided on-the-job training to new staff members.
Shift Coordinator
Campbells Company
Charlotte , NC
02.2014 - 08.2018
- Coordinated daily operations to ensure smooth workflow across multiple teams.
- Scheduled staff shifts to align with production demands and labor requirements.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance efficiency and productivity.
- Led team meetings to discuss performance, challenges, and upcoming goals.
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered supplies as needed.
- Enforced company policies consistently among all staff members.
- Assisted with various tasks to support team operations.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Office Assistant Certification
York Technical College
Rock Hill, SCSkills
- Manufacturing management
- Production planning
- Quality control
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- OSHA compliance
- KPI tracking
- Performance metrics
- Workflow optimization
- Process improvement
- Continuous improvement
- Team leadership
- Staff training
- Training coordination
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Quality assurance controls
- Manufacturing operations
- Manufacturing
Accomplishments
- Was selected Management Leader of the Quarter for 2026
Timeline
Shift Supervisor
Campbells Company
08.2019 - 04.2022
Shift Coordinator
Campbells Company
02.2014 - 08.2018
Production Manager
Campbells Company
05.2011 - 08.2026
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Office Assistant Certification
York Technical College