Debra Watters

• Conducted Lean training sessions for new and existing employees to ensure understanding of Lean principles.
• Developed processes and procedures to identify areas of improvement and eliminate wasteful activities.
• Researched best practices in Lean methodology, and recommended changes as needed.
• Maintained accurate records of all Lean activities conducted by the organization.
• Maintained a positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
• Trained personnel on Lean principles such as 5S, Kaizen, Kanban, Poka Yoke, and Value Stream Mapping.
• Participated in continuous improvement activities, such as Kaizen events or Lean Six Sigma initiatives.
• Implemented lean manufacturing concepts, such as 5S and Kaizen initiatives, across the facility floor.
• Monitored operations and reviewed records and metrics to understand company performance.

• Prepared required documents and reviewed for accuracy.
• Analyzed process data with various statistical tools.
• Developed and provided support to material processes and improved all existing processes.
• Analyzed all processes and identified all fundamental issues and assisted in appropriate resolutions.

• Work with a small team to make product is built with safety and quality.
• Watch for any concerns that cause issues or downtime in the area
• Daily audits for standard work.
• Hold employees accountable for work done out of process
• Identify areas where take time cannot attained while following the SW process.
• Go through correct channels if take time is
• not being met to improve the op
• Use calm approach with operators to work out problems from big to small .
• Made sure area is kept in 5S
• Watching for lean in each op
• Time studies
• Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion.
  
• Kaizens
• Reviewed staff work and gave comprehensive and constructive feedback.
  

• Directed and supervised a team of 36 employees in daily operations.
• Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.
• Monitored employee productivity levels on a regular basis to identify areas of improvement.
• Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
• Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
• Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.
• Recruited, hired, trained, mentored, coached, evaluated, and terminated staff as necessary.
• Responded to employee concerns or complaints by coordinating with human resources team to solve issues.
• Identified and corrected performance and personnel issues to reduce impact to business operations.
• t.
• 
  

Worked in any lines needed where operators were short on lines.

Time studies

Labeled and did 5S in areas of Polaris

• Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
• Prepared and labeled medications and instructed client on administration.
• Performed physical examinations and recorded weight, temperature and other vitals.
• Operated anesthesia, oxygen and monitoring equipment.
• Monitored vital signs during surgery and notified veterinarian of changes.
• Administered and monitored anesthesia for surgeries and operations.
• Partnered with IDEXX to analyze blood samples and diagnose conditions and diseases.
• Prepared and reviewed records and consent forms.
• Assisted with polishing, removing stains and other dental procedures.
• Removed waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas and placed in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems.
• Leveraged ultrasound and x-ray equipment for imaging and interpreted results.
• Triaged scheduled or emergency patients to route to appropriate surgeon or treatment area.
• Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
• Assisted grooming staff with nail clipping, blow-drying and combing during peak hours and holidays.
• Walked animals outside to avoid accidents in play areas or bedding.
• Examined animals for injury or illness and documented symptoms for veterinarian review.
• Explained lodging, grooming and care services to pet owners and cross-sold specialty products.
• Delivered excellent service to pet owners to drive repeat business.
• Walked dogs while enforcing good behavior and manners.
• Traveled to farms to treat livestock injuries, disease and birthing.

Loaded parts in kits within take time to provide lines with parts.

Helped process techs when labeling bins or changing kitting area

Built sub assemblies, Conrods, cases, and heads needed for production lines.

• Kept work areas clean, neat, and free of safety hazards to maximize efficiency.
• Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
• Assessed, motivated and empowered team members to work to build customer satisfaction and loyalty, to support retention and growth.
• Fostered positive employee relationships through communication, training and development coaching.
• Recommended and executed improvements for production and product quality.

• Prepared and labeled medications and instructed client on administration.
• Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
• Performed physical examinations and recorded weight, temperature and other vitals.
• Operated anesthesia, oxygen and monitoring equipment.
• Monitored vital signs during surgery and notified veterinarian of changes.
• Administered and monitored anesthesia for surgeries and operations.
• Prepared and reviewed records and consent forms.
• Partnered with IDEXX to analyze blood samples and diagnose conditions and diseases.
• Assisted with polishing, removing stains and other dental procedures.
• Leveraged ultrasound and x-ray equipment for imaging and interpreted results.
• Removed waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas and placed in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems.
• Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
• Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
• Triaged scheduled or emergency patients to route to appropriate surgeon or treatment area.
• Assisted grooming staff with nail clipping, blow-drying and combing during peak hours and holidays.
• Walked animals outside to avoid accidents in play areas or bedding.
• Explained lodging, grooming and care services to pet owners and cross-sold specialty products.
• Examined animals for injury or illness and documented symptoms for veterinarian review.
• Delivered excellent service to pet owners to drive repeat business.
• Walked dogs while enforcing good behavior and manners.
• Traveled to farms to treat livestock injuries, disease and birthing.
• Developed, implemented and monitored animal physical rehabilitation program.