YOMI SODUNKE
Operations Management
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Dynamic operational expert with over 12 years of progressive experience leading manufacturing and operation facilities. Skilled in implementing process improvement initiatives to maximize quality and yield and minimize waste and costs. Strong people manager with a track record of increasing productivity and developing teams of high performing individuals by motivating, coaching, mentoring, and restructuring to enhance or transform performance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
OPERATIONS MANAGER
AMAZON
02.2022 - Current
- Oversee inbound and outbound operations with responsibility over cost reduction, quality, C.I and delivery
- Driving systems such as continuous improvement and 5S programs to improve KPIs (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost)
- Reduced quality detects by 40% by driving standard work and continuous improvement of operations
- Reduced injuries by 30% by implementing focus on reporting near misses and promoting good safe practices
- Spearheading the training/onboarding of new manager to improve learning curve.
- Analyzed data trends to identify potential bottlenecks in operations workflow, implementing strategies to mitigate risks accordingly.
- Implemented quality control systems to boost overall product consistency and reliability.
PLANT MANAGER
ALPLA
07.2020 - 02.2022
- Oversee overall plant operations with full responsibility over P&L and budget
- Driving systems such as centerlining/run condition and 5S programs to improve KPIs (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost)
- Reduce quality complaints by 50% through improving internal quality systems
- Increased production of existing equipment by 15% through improved preventive maintenance, detailed downtime and scrap reporting and driving the need to solve issues to actual root cause
- Improved overall changeovers by 15% by implementing changeover wheel of several sku's on production lines
- Improved inventory cost by 10% working with several customers for improved forecast and pickup windows while also changing some inventory to made to order sku's
- Passed and maintained all ISO qualifications.
- Implemented quality control measures to reduce defect rates and enhance product quality consistently.
- Developed cross-functional teams to foster collaboration and improve communication across departments.
- Balanced labor needs with production schedules to optimize workforce utilization while maintaining output targets.
OPERATIONS MANAGER
PRESTO PRODUCT COMPANY: A BUSINESS UNIT OF REYNOLDS CONSUMER PRODUCTS
01.2019 - 06.2020
- Oversee a 120-person team including 4 frontline supervisors across 3 production departments that run and manage 20 production lines producing specialty films, private label waste bags and food storage bags for major retailers
- Spearheading process improvement initiatives around training and onboarding new employees
- Established systems such as centerlining/run condition in order to improve KPIs (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost)
- Incorporated lean manufacturing principles in order to improve worker efficiency and reduce production waste and costs
- Created a balanced and streamlined flow in process operations by improving the existing product wheel process
- Coordinated and Managed the timely installation of 2 new waste bag production lines to absorb growth in demand
- Increased production of existing equipment by 25% through improved preventive maintenance, detailed downtime and scrap reporting and solving issues to root cause
- Drove the reduction in Maintenance operating spending by 20% through detailed analysis of top maintenance cost per line.
- Oversaw facility maintenance, ensuring optimal functionality of equipment and infrastructure at all times.
- Facilitated smooth collaboration between departments through clear communication channels.
EXTRUSION MOLDING OPERATIONS MANAGER
PLASTIPAK PACKAGING INC.
01.2015 - 11.2018
- Led a 60-person team including 4 frontline supervisors producing plastic packages for major retailers
- Developed the training program for new hires and fostered collaboration by cross training associates on a rotational basis
- Analyzed and allocated departmental annual OPEX of over $1m to reduce safety risk, quality defects and production scraps
- Developed and coordinated safety training for associates and achieved a record of zero accidents over a period of 980 days
- Coordinated the timely installation of a 30 station and 24 station extrusion molding production lines, and the successful qualification of 3 new HDPE packages with an annual production volume of 25 million
- Drove safety programs (personnel safety, food, GMP and quality system compliance) through employee engagement and setting clear expectations, resulting in successful AIB and ISO certifications across the organization
- Conducted market research to ensure adequate production and inventory levels of consumer products
- Implemented Lean Six Sigma manufacturing practices and engineering solutions that reduced labor by 20% and improved output by 35%.
- Analyzed data trends to identify potential bottlenecks in operations workflow, implementing strategies to mitigate risks accordingly.
- Reduced turnaround time for project completion through effective resource allocation and team management.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
PET BLOW MOLDING OPERATIONS MANAGER
PLASTIPAK PACKAGING INC.
03.2015 - 10.2016
- Decreased quality defect PPM by 20% by implementing daily statistical data analysis and training on quality systems in SAP
- Coordinated the timely launch and successful qualification of 3 new PET packages with a production volume of 127 million
- Reduced safety incidence by 30% and improved productivity by 15% through the implementation of lean six sigma manufacturing practices.
- Spearheaded process improvements, resulting in increased productivity and reduced operational costs.
- Facilitated smooth collaboration between departments through clear communication channels.
- Achieved higher employee retention rates by fostering a positive work environment and providing opportunities for professional growth.
- Oversaw facility maintenance, ensuring optimal functionality of equipment and infrastructure at all times.
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM ASSOCIATE
PLASTIPAK PACKAGING INC.
05.2013 - 03.2015
- Gained exposure to multifaceted parts of daily plastic manufacturing business operations during a 2-year rotational program
- Acted as a Quality Engineer, Production Supervisor and Financial Controller
- Led the maintenance and optimization of quality systems
- Improved team unity, reliability, production efficiency, cost savings.
- Improved employee engagement by designing and executing various team-building activities and workshops.
- Streamlined processes for increased efficiency, resulting in improved project timelines and overall productivity.
- Assessed individual strengths and areas for improvement, providing personalized coaching to maximize potential within the organization.
Education
Master of Science - Chemical Engineering
University of Akron
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Howard University
Skills
Continuous Improvement
SAP
SPC Data Analysis
Lean Manufacturing
TPM
Budgeting & Cost Management
Performance reporting
Workflow Optimization
Inventory Management
Organizational Management
P&L Management
Accomplishments
- Initiated and implemented a TPM and continuous improvement program which led to a 30% reduction in quality defect PPM and a 7% increase in production output.
- Drove safety programs (personnel safety, food safety, GMP and quality system compliance) through employee engagement and setting clear expectations, resulting in successful AIB, FSSC 22000 and ISO certifications across the organization.
- Led training and onboarding process improvement projects for new hires.
Training
- Environmental and Health Safety Training
- First Responder Training
Timeline
OPERATIONS MANAGER
AMAZON
02.2022 - Current
PLANT MANAGER
ALPLA
07.2020 - 02.2022
OPERATIONS MANAGER
PRESTO PRODUCT COMPANY: A BUSINESS UNIT OF REYNOLDS CONSUMER PRODUCTS
01.2019 - 06.2020
PET BLOW MOLDING OPERATIONS MANAGER
PLASTIPAK PACKAGING INC.
03.2015 - 10.2016
EXTRUSION MOLDING OPERATIONS MANAGER
PLASTIPAK PACKAGING INC.
01.2015 - 11.2018
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM ASSOCIATE
PLASTIPAK PACKAGING INC.
05.2013 - 03.2015
Master of Science - Chemical Engineering
University of Akron
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Howard University
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