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Carrie Landry

Chicopee

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

Team Leader (Multiple Departments)Machine OperatorProcess Improvement / Standard Work DeveloperSupervisor

Work Type

Full TimePart Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location: Chicopee, MA
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

$55000/yr - $200000/yr

Important To Me

Career advancementStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingHealthcare benefitsWork-life balanceWork from home optionPersonal development programsPaid time off

Summary

Experienced manufacturing and operations specialist with a focus on machine operation and process optimization in fast-paced settings. Demonstrated success in improving efficiency, cutting costs, and managing inventory effectively. Strong leadership and adaptability skills, with a history of meeting tight deadlines and fostering team collaboration. Expertise in quality assurance and project management, dedicated to achieving high standards and operational excellence.

Overview

4
years of professional experience

Skills

  • Manufacturing operations
  • Process improvement
  • Lean manufacturing principles
  • Root cause analysis
  • Cost control and scrap reduction
  • Inventory management
  • Production planning
  • Machine readiness and changeover
  • Standard work analysis
  • Performance tracking
  • Project management
  • Excel reporting and charting
  • SAP proficiency
  • Quality assurance
  • Team leadership and training
  • Staff development and supervision
  • Effective communication skills
  • Collaboration and problem solving
  • People management

Work History

Smith & Wesson
Springfield

Team Leader (Multiple Departments)
01.2016 - 01.2019

Job overview

  • Led teams across multiple departments and four 12-hour shifts in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
  • Managed daily production and concurrent operational and improvement projects under strict deadlines, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards.
  • Coordinated machine changeovers and production sequencing to maintain steady workflow and prevent bottlenecks or part shortages.
  • Managed department inventory and material flow to ensure operators had what they needed and downstream departments were not delayed.
  • Implemented optimized workflows to improve productivity, quality, and on-time delivery.
  • Achieved significant scrap reduction, lowering material waste and reducing purchasing costs and improving departmental budget performance.
  • Tracked part proficiency and performance metrics; conducted root cause investigations across all shifts and collaborated with operators to implement corrective actions.
  • Ensured machines were properly set up, maintained, and ready to meet quotas and quality requirements.
  • Created and maintained Excel-based charts and tracking systems for part numbers, demand, quantities, and inventory levels, enhancing data visibility for decision-making.
  • Promoted into a team leadership role based on strong performance, problem-solving ability, and operational expertise.
  • Served as a bridge between management and the production floor, providing practical operational insights.

Smith & Wesson
Springfield

Machine Operator
01.2015 - 01.2016

Job overview

  • Operated CNC and manufacturing machines, managing setup, tooling changes, and program adjustments to ensure seamless production.
  • Used precision measuring tools to verify dimensions and adjust machine settings accordingly.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with micrometers, vernier calipers, gauges, dial indicators, and depth measuring microscopes to ensure part accuracy.
  • Maintained quality standards and achieved high-volume production targets consistently.
  • Tracked part numbers and quantities, ensuring accurate production and optimal material usage.

Smith & Wesson
Springfield

Process Improvement / Standard Work Developer
01.2016 - 2016

Job overview

  • Developed standardized work instructions to enhance consistency and quality across departments.
  • Eliminated unnecessary steps and labor redundancies, resulting in cost and budget improvements.
  • Trained operators, supervisors, and department managers on workflows and standards.
  • Monitored part numbers, production quantities, and flow to optimize scheduling and material planning.
  • Calculated takt times to align production output with demand.
  • Participated in Agile meetings to discuss project progress and address challenges.
  • Collaborated closely with project managers, designers, and other developers in order to complete tasks efficiently and effectively.

Education

Chicopee Comprehensive High School
Chicopee, MA

High School Diploma
06-2014

Timeline

Team Leader (Multiple Departments)

Smith & Wesson
01.2016 - 01.2019

Process Improvement / Standard Work Developer

Smith & Wesson
01.2016 - 2016

Machine Operator

Smith & Wesson
01.2015 - 01.2016

Chicopee Comprehensive High School

High School Diploma

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