lynette brodie-james
project manager
CONTACT
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PROFILE
Versatile manager with extensive experience working in manufacturing settings with diverse personalities in collective bargaining environments. Results-oriented professional experienced in project management practices that drive continuous improvement projects to completion. Solid problem solving skills with an ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Proven track record of success in leading negotiations, building coalitions and motivating team members to support change.
SKILLS
Team management
skilled negotiator
leadership developement
complex problem solver
strong communicator
EXPERIENCE
Stellantis (Fiat Chrysler Automotive)
2020 to Present
Launched new electric automotive facility for 2021 Jeep L Series inline assembly
Led workplace integration processes and completed production launch metrics
Lead cross-functional teams to implement Kaizen initiatives to effectively measure and close safety, cost, quality and throughput activities.
United Technologies Carrier Corp
2018 -2019
Direct supervision of 98 hourly workers on a fast-paced assembly line
Tracking of timekeeping and absenteeism through Kronos recordkeeping
Identify and resolve bottleneck issues to improve throughput
International Automotive Components
2012-2017
Direct supervision of 50 associates across 3 departments in injection molding facility
Improve plant organization and reduced waste with 25% increased floor space
Developed lean procedures that improved accuracy through 5S improvements
American Axle & Manufacturing
1995-2008
Labor-management Relations representing over 300 members
Negotiated Local and National contracts which led to $150,000 individual buyouts
Organizers, facilitator and trainer experienced with moving people in the right direction
EDUCATION
Indiana Wesleyan University
2011
BA, Human Resource Management
Wayne Co Comm College
1994
AA, Primary Education