DONNA L. REED
Kingston, PA ***** 313-***-****
**********@*****.***
Production Manager
Proficient and highly motivated manufacturing supervisor with 15 plus years of experience providing staff and company product with quality management and assurance. Extensive knowledge and skill in root cause analysis, high volume operations, cost/trend analysis, and production operations. Track record devising, evaluating, and implementing continuous process improvements to minimize waste and reduce costs while maximizing quality and yield. Establish effective quality control and safety programs, encouraging proactive participation across the manufacturing floor. Excellent communicator; success building cohesive teams focused on production goals, safety, and throughput.
Areas of Strength and Expertise
Effective Team Building
Large-Group Management
Decisive Leadership
Cost/Trend Analysis
Safety Assurance
Quality Customer Service
Lean Methodology
Reliant Efficiency
Motivational Support
Professional Experience
Quiteflex (Goodman), Pittston, PA 2014 to Present
Manufacturing Supervisor
Direct core and duct production operation by implementing motivational staff training and leadership.
Regulate package and production quality assurance by adhering to company standards and specifications.
Develop staff training, evaluation, and growth by providing teams with motivation and support.
Coca-Cola Inc., Elmsford, NY 2011 to 2014
Manufacturing Supervisor
Organized and maintained all off-shift operations and delivering key performance indicators (safety, quality, cost, and service).
Standardized the production process by making periodic checks, adjusting equipment, and evaluating work practices.
Orchestrated 20+ team members in safety and quality assurance by developing highly effective trainings and team motivation.
General Electric Inc., Albany, NY 2007 to 2010
Production Supervisor
Administered staffing schedules, training, and performance management.
Cultivated teamwork and dedicated work ethic among staff by leading hands-on leadership initiatives, needs assessment, quality training, and performance recognition.
Supervised first-time capability, cycle times, adequate inventory controls, and engineering of products.
Developed daily presentations of trend analysis to Plant Manager and Operations Leader.
Ford Motor Company, Dearborn, MI 2000 to 2007
Manufacturing Advisor
Coordinated automobile production operations to deliver quality products by managing the performance of 50+ team members.
Communicated between staff and management about trainings, needs, and performance changes.
Compiled data for performance metrics, management performance, conducted materials and location trials, and tracked downtime and spending reports.
Established incident-free record with zero lost-time cases by incentivizing positive teamwork, staff recognition, and workplace safety.
Inventory Analyst
Monitored operational inventory to ensure quality of product.
Analyzed and organized weekly Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for high-dollar inventory adjustments and Cost of Good Issued (COGI) reports.
Identified outdated material disposition process.
Previous experience as Store Manager for Kroger Company and Logistics/Maintenance/Battalion Training Officer with the US Army.
Education and Training
Masters in Organization and Leadership Management
GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY Phoenix, AZ 2011
Bachelors of Arts in Information and Record Management
DAVENPORT UNIVERSITY/ UNIVERSITY OF DETROIT Grand Rapids, MI 1988