Zawadi Atanga
Cincinnati,OH
Summary
Dedicated professional with expertise in Leadership, assembly and packaging, showcasing a robust skill set in teamwork, fast learning, collaboration, and organizational efficiency. Proven ability to contribute effectively to project goals while fostering a positive team environment. A quick learner who thrives in dynamic settings, ensuring precision and reliability in all tasks. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Developed skills in team leadership and process optimization in fast-paced production environment. Demonstrates ability to manage workflows, ensure quality standards, and foster team collaboration. Seeking to transition into new field leveraging expertise in operational efficiency and team management.
Positive, reliable, and collaborative with keen ability to motivate and guide team members. Possesses solid understanding of production processes and quality control measures, coupled with strong organizational and communication skills. Dedicated to driving efficiency and ensuring high-quality outcomes through effective team leadership.
Professional leader with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in process optimization, quality control, and team management. Known for adaptability and reliability, able to thrive in dynamic environments. Prepared to drive efficiency and success in production setting.
Skilled Production Worker offering over 5 years of experience in warehouse and manufacturing environments. Focused on being productive and safety-minded at all times.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level management position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Lead
Teleflex
06.2024 - 09.2025
- Supervised a team of more than 20 production line workers, ensuring adherence to quality standards and meeting production targets
- Trained new hires on standard operating procedures, safety protocols, and equipment operation, resulting in reduced training time by 25%
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify process bottlenecks and implement solutions for improved productivity
- Monitored inventory levels and coordinated with procurement department to ensure availability of materials for uninterrupted production
- Conducted regular inspections of machinery and equipment, identifying maintenance needs and coordinating repairs as necessary
- Developed and implemented standardized work instructions to improve consistency in product quality
- Maintained accurate records of production data including output quantities, downtime incidents, and defect rates for analysis purposes
- Resolved employee conflicts or performance issues through effective communication and coaching techniques
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations by conducting regular safety audits and implementing corrective actions when needed
- Collaborated with engineering team on the implementation of new technologies or equipment upgrades for enhanced productivity
- Implemented lean manufacturing principles such as Kanban system or Just-in-Time (JIT) inventory management to optimize workflow efficiency
- Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to safety protocols.
- Trained and mentored team members on production processes and equipment usage.
- Coordinated quality control inspections to maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve operational issues swiftly and effectively.
- Developed training materials to enhance staff understanding of best practices and procedures.
- Assisted in training new employees and implementing procedural changes.
- Communicated shift handover information to keep personnel aware of incomplete tasks.
- Maintained open lines of communication between management and production staff, successfully resolving any conflicts or concerns that arose during daily operations.
Medical Assembler II
Teleflex
04.2022 - 06.2024
- Compliance to all policies, work instructions, quality regulations, SOP's, WI, cGMP's, and GDPs in the effort to always manufacture high-quality medical devices.
- Utilizing a variety of machinery and tools to complete assigned manufacturing activity.
- Utilization of microscopes and magnifiers to complete work instructions.
- Completion of daily documentation following cGMP and FDA guidelines.
- Meeting or exceeding daily production standards.
- Delivery of conforming sub-assemblies and assemblies, driving high yields
- Perform in-process quality inspections to standards.
- Cross-train across multiple operations within one or more lines following the Company training program.
- Always maintain safety awareness.
- Follow clean room protocols (good hygiene, wear gown, booties, hair net & PPE).
- Ensure compliance of Teleflex's Code of Ethics, all company guidelines, policies, procedures, and housekeeping standards.
- Operated assembly machinery to produce medical devices with high precision and quality standards.
- Assembled components according to detailed specifications, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Conducted routine inspections of finished products for quality assurance and defect identification.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline assembly processes, enhancing productivity and efficiency.
- Trained new employees on assembly techniques and safety protocols, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Contributed to a reduction in product defects through meticulous attention to detail during the assembly process.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict sterilization procedures for optimal safety.
- Troubleshot faulty equipment.
Packing and Shipping Assembler
Life Is Good
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Operated packaging machinery to prepare products for shipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Inspected incoming shipments for quality assurance and accuracy before processing inventory.
- Trained new team members on packing procedures and proper use of equipment to enhance productivity.
- Streamlined packing processes, resulting in improved efficiency and reduced material waste during operations.
- Sealed, packed, labeled and affixed postage on packages to prepare materials for shipping, utilizing postage meters, and sealing tools.
- Resolved problems of missing merchandise, delivery cancellations, and incomplete deliveries.
Education
Professional Cerificate - Project Management
Google
Online01-2024
Master's degree - Development Studies
Université Évangélique En Afrique
Bukavu07.2014
Certificate - Inspirational Leadership
Project Management Institute
LinkedIn Learning, Oline03-2025
Skills
- Quality systems
- Lean
- Leadership
- Data collection
- Six Sigma
- Warehouse Experience
- Measurement (quality control)
- Team management
- Visual inspection for quality control
- Microsoft Word
- Assembly
- SharePoint (3 years)
- Manual handling
- Automated optical inspection
- Conflict management
- Continuous improvement
- Machine operator experience
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Computer literacy
- Production planning
- Packaging
- Organizational skills
- Driving
- English
- Quality standards in production
- Friendly
- Skills
- Clean workspace maintenance
- Computer hardware
- Mechanical assembly
- Ability to follow instructions
- 5S
- Order picking
- Quality Inspection
- Defect detection (quality control)
- Precision measuring instruments
- Load & unload
- Quality control inspection
- GMP
- Safety regulations
- Training
- Team lead (1 year)
- Interpersonal skills (3 years)
- Quality Assurance
- Finished product defect inspection
- Dimensional measurements
- Dimensional inspection
- Assembly line
- Mentoring
- Report writing
- Tooling
- Production management (1 year)
- Blueprint reading
- Kanban
- Manufacturing
- ISO 9001
- Teamwork
- Cleanroom
- Machining
- Factory
- FDA regulations
- Management
- Microsoft Excel
- Attention to detail
- Multilingual
- Lean manufacturing
- Food industry
- First article inspection
- Reliable
- Fluent in English, Swahili, some French
- SAP ERP
- Packaging assembly
- Project management
- Sanding
- Time management (3 years)
- SAP
- CGMP
- Team leadership
- Precision measurement in machining
- Staff training
- Windows
- Writing skills
- Analysis skills
- Data entry
- Computer skills
- Communication skills
- Subassembly
- Calipers
- Continuous integration
- Typing
- Quality control operations
- Microsoft Outlook
- Supervising experience
- Team development
- Packaging machines
- Problem-solving (3 years)
- Workplace health and safety regulatory compliance
- Computer operation
- ISO 14001
- Schematics
- Blueprint specification interpretation
- Math
- Microscopy
- Computer management
- Quality control
- Manufacturing facility
- Certificate in Computers, familiar with MSOffice and other applications
- Coaching
- Fabrication
- Training & development
- Hardworking
- Micrometer
- Machine operation (3 years)
- Manufacturing company experience
- Maintaining an organized workspace
- Packing
- Technical Proficiency
- Safety procedures
- Team Training
- Standard operating procedures
- Assignment delegation
- Machine operation
- Workload prioritization
- Troubleshooting
- Worksite safety
- Manufacturing processes
- Equipment inspections
- Performance tracking
- Waste reduction
- Six sigma methodologies
- Productivity enhancement
- Coaching and mentoring
- Safety processes and regulations
- Production scheduling
- 5S implementation
- Line clearance
- Production supervision
- Strong work ethic
- Good communication
- Safe machine operation
- Production documentation
- Material handling
- Assembly procedures
- Production operations
- Production line work
- Machine setup and shutdown
- Punctual and reliable
- Parts assembly
- Teamwork and coordination
- Visual inspection
- Pallet jacks
- Quality inspections and reporting
- Punctual and dependable
- Incident reporting
- Packing slip verification
- Specifications verification
- Positive attitude
Certification
- OSHA 10
- Driver's License
Languages
English - Expert
French - Fluent
Timeline
Line Lead
Teleflex
06.2024 - 09.2025
Medical Assembler II
Teleflex
04.2022 - 06.2024
Packing and Shipping Assembler
Life Is Good
12.2021 - 04.2022
Professional Cerificate - Project Management
Google
Master's degree - Development Studies
Université Évangélique En Afrique
Certificate - Inspirational Leadership
Project Management Institute