Manufacturing & Operations Leader, 29+ Years

Michelle L. Medeiros

Manufacturing & Operations Manager

774-***-**** • ********@*******.*** • Fairhaven, MA

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Results-driven manufacturing and operations leader with 29+ years of progressive experience in high-volume production environments. Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and consistently meeting safety, quality, and efficiency targets. Adept at fostering collaboration between production, engineering, maintenance, and HR to optimize workflows and develop a high-performing workforce.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Team Leadership

Production Scheduling

Continuous Improvement

6S / Lean

OSHA / VPP

Cross-Dept Collaboration

Workforce Development

Supply Chain Support

Cause Mapping

Root Cause Analysis

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Hutchinson Aerospace and Industries Hopkinton, MA

APU Manager – Assembly & M&P January 2024 – Present

•Report directly to the Plant Manager, overseeing assembly production and mixing operations.

•Schedule and coordinate assembly production workflows to maximize throughput and on-time delivery.

•Directly supervise 1 Supervisor and 1 Team Leader, providing coaching and performance guidance.

•Partner with the Supply Chain team to align production output with forecast demands.

•Collaborate with Process Engineering to identify and implement product flow improvements.

•Champion 6S standards across the production floor to ensure a safe, organized work environment.

Acushnet Company (Titleist / FootJoy) Acushnet, MA

Team Leader 2 – Ball Plant 3 December 2015 – January 2024

•Led core-side manufacturing operations for a world-class golf ball production facility (5,000+ global employees).

•Directed daily shift operations for a team of up to 55 associates to meet production plans while upholding safety standards required to maintain OSHA VPP Certification.

•Monitored work-in-progress and process flow to maximize machine efficiencies and minimize downtime.

•Enforced corporate attendance and conduct policies consistently and fairly.

•Collaborated with Plant Management, Maintenance, Engineering, and Quality Assurance on Continuous Improvement initiatives targeting cost savings, operator efficiency, and ergonomic enhancements.

•Facilitated seamless shift transitions through proactive communication and documentation.

•Administered the Focus On People employee recognition program to sustain engagement and morale.

•Served as liaison between Plant Management, HR, Health Services, and Payroll to support the hourly workforce.

Key Achievements

Developed an Extrusion Downtime Report used by Maintenance and Engineering to optimize throughput in the extrusion area.

Served as lead Facilitator for Cause Mapping Investigations, improving root cause resolution speed.

Leveraged mentoring and training skills to cultivate a culture of teamwork and accountability.

Lead Person – Ball Plant 2 December 2009 – December 2015

•Supported day-to-day operations including staffing, scheduling, and production planning.

•Monitored compliance with production specifications, quality goals, and safety standards.

•Partnered with technical staff to diagnose and resolve operational issues in a timely manner.

•Communicated departmental goals, change notices, and meeting schedules to the team.

•Managed all production reporting and facilitated the department’s monthly safety meetings.

•Promoted from the hourly workforce in recognition of deep process knowledge, communication skills, and peer respect.

Key Achievements

Member of the Gate Accuracy Team, which developed standardized documentation for gate-level production reporting.

Member of the 6S Team; participated in 3 kaizen events to achieve total organization and standardization in work areas.

Hourly Associate – Ball Plant 1, 2 & 3 March 1995 – December 2009

•Held multiple roles across three production facilities, building comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing operations from the ground up.

TRAINING & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

•Cause Mapping

•6S Visual Factory

First Line Supervisor Training

Autonomous Maintenance

Effective Presentation Skills

EDUCATION

Some College Coursework

High School Diploma

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