SUMMARY
Highly motivated and goal-oriented professional with leadership and communication skills. Attributes career achievements to excellent critical thinking and valuable experience in conflict resolution. Committed to professional growth and opportunities for advancement. Offers transferable skills in the areas of decision making, organization and analysis of data, and creating alternative solutions honed through professional experience and training.
EDUCATION
Southern Illinois University - Carbondale
Bachelor of Science, Industrial Technology
August 2010
Environmental Resource Training Center
Southern Illinois University- Edwardsville
January 2008
SPECIAL SKILLS
● Ford Production System Six Sigma Green Belt Training
● Lean Manufacturing Principles
● Six Sigma Training
● Proficient in Motion & Time Study and Facilities Planning
● Standardized Work Awareness Training
● Warehouse Management Systems Training
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Magna Exteriors & Interiors
Assembly Operator October 2010 – Present
• Responsible for material handling and inventory audits
• Works in a team environment to standardize job duties
• Examine and develop plans for Six Sigma proposals
• Utilizes Six Sigma 5-S to optimize manufacturing efficiency
• Tracks all reworked and scrap parts and generates accurate inventory levels
• Supports and assists with process improvements to reduce cycle time
• Coordinate with internal and external customers to assure product quality
• Safe Start trained and also Safety Unit Team Member
Village of Aviston
General Maintenance/Water and Wastewater Supply Operator May 2006 – October 2010
• Operated and maintained city water and sewer distribution systems
• Supplied monthly data analysis of wastewater lagoon system
• Responded to community requests with quality customer service skills
• Performed preventative maintenance on city’s equipment, including all vehicles and machines
Ford Motor Company
Team Leader/Quality Assist February 2000 – April 2006
• Trained, supervised, and managed 12 employees
• Organized weekly meetings to address concerns regarding job tasks
• Create team atmosphere to achieve production goals
• Participated in supervisory discussions with upper management
• Held discussions with suppliers regarding their product quality