Directly contributed to initial implementation of value-added continuous improvement project focused on streamlining manufacturing through automated scrap tracking and reductionCreated document within Proficy to accurately pull relevant daily production data from multiple sources to compare with production standards; analyzed data and made recommendations regarding the ongoing trajectory of the projectCollaborated and communicated with multiple interdepartmental stakeholders to drive project evolution, including Material Resources Manager, Operations, IT, and production line techniciansParticipated in regular meetings with Material Resources Manager and 3 Operations Managers to present details regarding project status; attended Tier 2 and Tier 3 meetingsIdentified improved methodologies for pulling scrap which resulted in a savings of 13 hours per week across 5 production lines

Coordinated with Senior Supervisors and Maintenance Managers to complete multiple project assignments aimed at improving operational efficiency and safety throughout the plantCreated and implemented safety guard checklist for utilization by production line leaders to enhance efficiency of line maintenance and ensure accurate reinstallation of guards following shutdownsExecuted glass and brittle plastic audit, examining all relevant equipment across 3 lines to identify possible contamination risks; created spreadsheet to input and track results for management reviewImproved layout of Operations and Maintenance storage by reorganizing materials and equipment and reallocating physical and SAP storage locations to better reflect usage; created production line-specific diagrams to aid line leaders in quickly accessing materials and equipment to limit downtime

Performed time studies and efficiency projects within 1M square foot distribution warehouseMapped warehouse and gathered, input, and analyzed data related to efficiency of LTL drivers locating and loading product; created spreadsheet detailing results for strategic planningCo-led warehouse reorganization project to optimize pallet locations as they related to trailer loading locations to reduce unnecessary unit movement and decrease trailer loading and unloading timesIdentified and recommended enhancements resulting in an 11.6% unit movement efficiency boost