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Kimberley Gaines

La Vergne,TN

Summary

Assembly Line Leader with a proven track record at Marelli North America, adept at implementing lean manufacturing principles to enhance efficiency. Skilled in adaptive leadership and problem-solving, I successfully reduced workplace accidents and improved product quality through rigorous standards and effective team management. Committed to optimizing operational performance and fostering a collaborative work environment.

Experienced with managing assembly line operations, ensuring smooth and efficient production. Utilizes strong leadership and problem-solving skills to drive process improvements and maintain high-quality standards. Track record of fostering team collaboration and adapting to changing production needs.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Assembly Line Leader

Yates Services
06.2025 - Current
  • Conducted root cause analysis on defects, implementing corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence within the production process.
  • Implemented safety procedures, significantly reducing workplace accidents and injuries.
  • Coordinated with quality assurance personnel to establish strict standards for final product inspections, ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Enhanced assembly line efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing principles and streamlining processes.
  • Liaised with upper management regarding operational challenges, proposing viable solutions to optimize overall assembly line performance.

Assembly Line Leader

Marelli
11.2012 - 06.2025
  • Led daily team meetings to review production goals, address concerns, and maintain open lines of communication among staff members.
  • Supervised shift changes, ensuring proper documentation of completed tasks and facilitating efficient handoffs between teams.
  • Evaluated worker performance metrics, providing constructive feedback during regular performance reviews for skill enhancement purposes.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

University of Phoenix
Nashville TN
07.2016

High School Diploma -

Riverdale High School
Murfreesboro, TN
06-2016

Skills

  • Standard operating procedures
  • Adaptive leadership
  • Team management
  • Workflow coordination
  • Problem-solving

Accomplishments

I was apart of a 90 days management program with 12 other leaders which involved supervising training, quality control training, diversity training and leadership skilled training. The program enhanced my supervising knowledge and at the end of the 90 days, I received a certificate of completion.

Timeline

Assembly Line Leader

Yates Services
06.2025 - Current

Assembly Line Leader

Marelli
11.2012 - 06.2025

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

University of Phoenix

High School Diploma -

Riverdale High School
Kimberley Gaines