Career Profile
Results-focused professional, with over ten years' experience, in operations
management, managing
projects, improving efficiency of production, team building and detailing project
information to determine
effective processes for operations. Successful track record for achieving results
through others, with team
concepts and effective communication. Recognized ability to partner with and
motivate staff through
positive attitude and innovative, collaborative approach. Substantial practical
knowledge and
understanding of manufacturing processes, quality and operations support.
Experienced in multitasking
and prioritizing in order to manage large groups and heavy workloads to ensure
success in a timely
manner. Able to identify areas of strength and weakness and implement process
changes, LEAN
manufacturing standards, changes in operations and systems that optimize
productivity, shorten lead times,
lower costs and increase reliability.
Areas of Strength
Manufacturing Operations High Performing Teams Labor Relations
Team Building and Leadership
Safety Regulations Staff Development Profitability
Improvements
Scheduling/Budgeting LEAN Manufacturing
Principles
Professional Experience
GameStop Corporation, Grapevine, TX 2007 to November 2013
Ranked #273 on the Fortune 500, GameStop is the world's largest multichannel video
game retailer. GameStop's retail network and family of brands include 6,650
company-operated stores in 15 countries worldwide and online.
Operational Supervisor, Warehouse Production
Managed and implemented new Mobile department which generated over a million dollars
in sales
Hired, trained, and supervised 100+ associates in cell phone and tablet
refurbishing, cell phone repair and QA checking daily.
Responsible for departmental quality, cost and scheduling.
Coordinated schedules of major work activities, to support required goals and
objectives.
Ensured team members follow proper procedures, safety regulations and met individual
goals.
Managed employee relation issues thru; coaching, counseling and corrective actions.
Built relationships with team, colleagues and internal customers to ensure all goals
were achieved
Facilitate team meetings daily and cross-shift round tables monthly to ensure
consistency across all shifts.
Monitored employees' timecards, vacations and administered 90 day and annual
reviews.
Set quality standards and KPIs, conduct random audits to ensure process and quality
standards were met.
Drove lean management and 5S principles.
Championed continuous improvement and stayed proactive to the department's needs.
Compiled multiple reports on operational data and measures; coordinate with other
departments to implement process or procedure improvements.
Created SOPs, manage and streamline processes, increasing production by 300%.
Eliminated redundant resources by 30%; decreased CPU by reducing headcount per cell
from 22 associates to 14.
Improved departmental accuracy from 5% to 1.8%.
Reduced shrink in the department by 47% by improving inventory tracking system.
Developed and implemented Production Tracker, monitoring production by tech, cell,
shift and/or grade conversions.
General Motors Corporation, Arlington, TX 1993 to 2007
Ranked #5 on the Fortune 500, General Motors is committed to designing, building and
selling the world's best vehicles.
Operational Supervisor, Manufacturing Production
Planned and managed daily production operations for high-volume automotive assembly
plant, ensuring consistent achievement of daily production goals.
Supervised assemblers installing doors, emergency brake systems, airbags, electrical
harnesses, lift gate latches, and sunroof windows, and inspecting electrical
systems.
Daily production of 500 vehicles.
Trained and evaluated performance of 20-24 production assemblers.
Provided on-the-job technical training to support staff; provided safety/OSHA
compliance training.
Monitored and tracked inventory and delivery of parts with material handlers.
Troubleshoot day to days issues and eliminated reoccurrences through root cause
analysis.
Ordered and controlled distribution of employees' personal safety items and
equipment.
Quality Assurance/ISO-QS 9000/ISO 14001: Investigated, documented, and resolved
quality assurance issues throughout production process.
Performed various administrative tasks supporting mission of quality performance and
services.
Worked and supervised employees in a composite manufacturing environment.
Education
University of Phoenix, Irving TX (2010)
Bachelors of Science Program: Business Management
Medaille College, Buffalo, NY(2003)
Bachelors of Science Program: Business Administration/Communications
General Motors Corporation - Supervision/Management/Technical Training
Courses. Completed 319 classroom hours of instruction in a variety of
courses including:
Team Leader Training Safety/OSHA Compliance Innovative Thinking
Engine Build ISO 14001 Electrical Safety Practices QA Advance
Practical Problem-Solving Equipment Lockout Change Methodology
Ergonomics Production Maintenance
GMS: The Value of Lean Manufacturing Course.
? Increase on Time Delivery ?Improve Customer Satisfaction ? Increase
Working Capital Utilization ?
Improve Total Quality Performance
COMPUTER PROFICENCIES:
MS Office Suite
Kronos
AS400 Warehouse Management System
PeopleSoft