Lisa Gates
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OBJECTIVE To secure a challenging position in a reputable organization to expand my learnings, knowledge, and skills. Secure a responsible career opportunity to fully utilize my training and skills, while making a significant contribution to the success of the company
EDUCATION Earned a high school diploma from Yazoo City High School in 1985; Yazoo City, Mississippi
EXPERIENCE Vantec Hitachi-Canton, MS
Plant Operations Manager (2019 – 2021) Results-driven and dedicated with wide-ranging experience planning and leading operations involving small- to medium-sized manufacturing environments. 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. Vantec Hitachi-Canton, MS
Supervisor (2015 – 2019) Assisted with balancing, identifying and reconciling daily transactions. Partnered with and supported to ensure regulations, laws and established policies were enforced and adhered to throughout all operational facets. Planned, organized and monitored resources to ensure efficient use of labor, equipment and materials. Areas of expertise
Lean Manufacturing
Regulatory Compliance
P&L Accountability
Just-in-Time (JIT) Production
Total Quality Management (TQM)
Policy / Procedure Development
Coca Cola - Jackson, MS
Supervisor (2012 – 2015) Provided personalized, friendly and knowledgeable services to drive customer satisfaction, increase new account production and attain each monthly target. Trained and led talented teams to surpass objectives. Oversaw loading and unloading of packages in the warehouse. Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner while prioritizing customer satisfaction.
Calsonic – Canton, MS
Team Leader (2005-2012) Consistently met deadlines and requirements for all production work- orders.
Yazoo Industry-Yazoo City, MS
Line Operator (1998-2005) Followed job order for product specifications, dimensions, tolerances and sequence of operations. Adjusted machine feed and speed to correct machine malfunctions. Followed best manufacturing practices for operation of production equipment. Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications. Tested products or subassemblies for functionality or quality. REFERENCES: Dawn Dodd, President/Director of Operations Gateway CDC; Yazoo City, MS.
Other references available upon request