Carrie Williams

• Responsible for assigning Engineers to quote projects and estimating labor.
• Created multiple processes to shorten quote times from 21 days to 6 days.
• Directly oversaw custom projects to meet customer deadlines.
• Completed Engineer review to ensure components and labor estimates were correct.
• Created quality manual for the site.
• Created Factory Acceptance testing, First Article Inspection report, customer deviation forms and processes.
• Reported KPIs such as efficiency and first pass yields.
• Created safety program for site. Created safety manual, safety committee, safety communication boards, and organized safety kickoff celebration.
• Conducted thorough accident investigations to identify root causes and prevent future occurrences.
• Inspected job site and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect.
• Implemented corrective actions following incidents to minimize risks and improve overall safety performance.

• Manage third shift operations overseeing a team of 20+ full-time and temporary employees on 14 production lines, building morale and productivity through an effective coaching culture; responsible for all training, coaching and performance reviews for operators.

• Coordinate packaging floor activity which includes operator line assignments, communication of line priorities, and scheduling/requesting temporary employees. Troubleshooting and prioritizing maintenance personnel.

• Lead and drive line improvement projects which include 5S methodology and SMED routes.

• Leads & Drives Line Improvement Teams, and holds daily & weekly Intervention for OEE Tracking vs. Goal

• Support and accomplish the safety mission of the plant by leading safety trainings (lockout/tagout. electrical safety, hot fluid safety, flammable liquids, fire safety, etc.)Supports and embraces the Quality and Environmental missions of the Plant.

• Achieved production targets by maintaining high productivity levels and communicating with team members regarding orders and fulfillment.

• Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
• Enhanced team productivity by providing ongoing training and coaching to staff members.
• Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
• Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
• Assigned employees for daily department activities.
• Investigated inventory discrepancies.
• Created and implemented department processes.

• Supported employees by accurately tracking time and proactively resolving any conflicts.
• Handled production line documentation for waste, downtime and output.
• Monitored employee activities to verify consistent use of good manufacturing principles.
• Trained new hires on production procedures, ensuring a quick ramp-up time and consistent performance levels across the team.

• Coordinated use of departmental equipment and verified proper and safe operations through consistent and universal use of personal protective equipment.
• Communicated assembly department issues and goals and facilitated employee growth and development through coaching, training and company-offered learning opportunities.