{"id":2693,"date":"2024-05-16T14:36:08","date_gmt":"2024-05-16T18:36:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mriomega.com\/?p=2693"},"modified":"2025-09-05T01:39:55","modified_gmt":"2025-09-05T05:39:55","slug":"operations-manager-212140-mba-automotive-stamping-cnc-machining-welding-pressing-assembly-will-relo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mriomega.com\/index.php\/production-operations-quality\/operations-manager-212140-mba-automotive-stamping-cnc-machining-welding-pressing-assembly-will-relo\/","title":{"rendered":"Operations Manager (212140) MBA \/ Automotive \/ Stamping, CNC Machining, Welding, Pressing, Assembly \/ Will relo"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Operations Manager with strong track record of successful progressive roles and responsibilities. She has an MBA, and has been recognized with multiple company awards for her achievements! She has spent her entire career with GM overseeing operations that include Stamping, CNC Machining, Welding, Pressing and Assembly. She is an accomplished Operations Leader who has led a team of 492 associates across 3 shifts. <\/strong>She is extremely well-rounded in that she has led teams in several production areas, Assembly, Quality,<\/strong> and Operations Leadership. She has a demonstrated track record of devising, evaluating, and implementing continuous process improvement strategies to minimize waste and reduce costs while maximizing quality and production yield.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She recently took a buyout from GM and is now looking for new leadership opportunities! She is originally from Kansas City and is very interested in exploring new opportunities. Wendy is an engaging communicator who can quickly discuss details. She is a leader that understands manufacturing, working with unions, and building teams that deliver results. She is single and willing to relocate for the right opportunity.<\/strong> Her notable experience includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Led a team of 492 across 3 shifts.<\/strong>
\u2022 Supported site leadership team to deliver excellent day to day operational performance across all key metrics (safety, quality, throughput).
\u2022 Orchestrate all functions of the manufacturing plant operations, including production, stamping, staff supervision, and performance.
\u2022 Over the vertical CNC machining centers.
\u2022 Identified and resolved all staff issues, including skilled labor shortages and internal conflicts.
\u2022 Served as Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for the plant’s performance with mid and end-of-shift reports to Plant Leadership.
\u2022 Reduced onsite injuries by 5% by administering the execution of a workplace safety system.
\u2022 Attained T1 warranty targets and surpassed quality targets for DRR, GCA, and 2 MIS IPTV by fostering an engaging and collaborative departmental culture.
\u2022 Steered daily reviews to ensure the completion of SIR’s manufacturing solutions.
\u2022 Surpassed Chassis DRR targets by 98.8% and earned a BIQ 4 certification.
\u2022 Decreased workplace injuries by up to 20% by fostering personal protective equipment (PPE) standards and safety.
\u2022 Minimized Overtime and premium freight up to 40%.
\u2022 Mitigated APC up to 45% by utilizing the PFEMA process.
\u2022 Reduced Overtime and premium freight by 70%.<\/strong>
\u2022 Surpassed HPU targets by facilitating weekly TIP meetings.
\u2022 Oversaw the successful implementation of 3 innovation projects.
\u2022 Exceeded quality targets for DRR, GCA, and 2 MIS IPTV; minimized NSOT by achieving production and quality metrics.
\u2022 Administered 75% gap closure to exceed productivity goals.<\/strong>
\u2022 Identified and fixed issues during IV, PPV, and MVB builds ahead of SORP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Stamping Operations
\u2022 CNC Machining
\u2022 Welding Operations
\u2022 Pressing Operations
\u2022 Metal Finishing Operations
\u2022 Assembly Operations<\/strong>
\u2022 Automotive \/ Component Manufacturing
\u2022 Batch Manufacturing Operations
\u2022 High Volume Manufacturing
\u2022 Adjusting Production Schedules
\u2022 Establishing Production Sequences
\u2022 MOC Management of Change
\u2022 BOM
\u2022 Creating SOPs
\u2022 Continuous Improvement Projects
\u2022 Data Collection \/ Analysis
\u2022 Using Visual Systems
\u2022 Running Operations on Metrics
\u2022 Demand Planning
\u2022 Surpassing Targets
\u2022 Inventory Staging
\u2022 Driving Cost Reduction
\u2022 WIP Inventory Management
\u2022 Managing Safety Stock
\u2022 Meeting Manufacturing Delivery Targets
\u2022 OPEX Projects
\u2022 Increasing Throughput
\u2022 Reducing Scrap
\u2022 Implemented Process Improvements
\u2022 Coaching and Training Programs
\u2022 Reduced Onsite Injuries
\u2022 Decreased Workplace Injuries
\u2022 Minimize Overtime
\u2022 Maximize Safety Awareness
\u2022 5S \/ 6S Methods
\u2022 Implementing Lean into Manufacturing
\u2022 Production Layouts
\u2022 Production Planning
\u2022 Preparing Production Schedules
\u2022 Scheduling Materials \/ Labor
\u2022 FIFO Systems
\u2022 JIT Systems
\u2022 Improving Manufacturing Processes
\u2022 Developing Cost Effective Processes
\u2022 ISO Documentation
\u2022 OSHA Regulations
\u2022 ISO 9001
\u2022 Root Cause Analysis
\u2022 Statistical Process Control SPC
\u2022 Maintaining Production Paperwork
\u2022 Plant Maintenance
\u2022 Preventative Maintenance
\u2022 Resolving Production Bottlenecks \/ Problems
\u2022 Giving Performance Reviews
\u2022 Process Safety Management
\u2022 Production Quality experience
\u2022 SAP Software
\u2022 Workday Software
\u2022 Team Leadership – 492<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CAREER ACHIEVEMENTS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Won 2011 PMQH Continuous Improvement Award – 351 BAS + Launch Pull Ahead.
\u2022 Appraised for 2011 ISO Noteworthy Effort Best Practice of 351 BAS+ Training\/Documentation.
\u2022 Achieved 2007 PMN “Best in Community Award.”
\u2022 Commended as “Supervisor of the Month” February at Shreveport Assembly.
\u2022 Selected for the GM Women’s boot camp.
\u2022 Received GM Modern Day Technology Award \u2013 BEYA Conference
\u2022 Led the successful execution of two Opex projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

EDUCATION<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Master of Business Administration | Baker University
\u2022 BBA; Double Major: Accounting & Marketing | Pittsburg State University<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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