Linda Joyner
MEMPHIS
Summary
Dynamic Operations Supervisor at WK Kellogg with a proven track record in enhancing productivity and employee engagement. Skilled in operations management and performance monitoring, I successfully led continuous improvement initiatives, reducing turnover and streamlining workflows. Committed to fostering a positive work environment while implementing effective training programs for staff development.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Supervisor
WK Kellogg
07.2010 - 03.2025
- Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring smooth workflows and timely completion of tasks.
- Maintained open lines of communication with upper management to provide regular updates on operational progress and challenges faced by the team.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for direct reports, identifying areas for improvement and setting development goals accordingly.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing ongoing training, coaching, and mentoring to staff members.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and addressing employee concerns promptly.
- Ensured compliance with company quality and safety policies.
- Led continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing waste, increasing efficiency, and enhancing overall productivity levels within the organization.
- Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for improving overall business performance.
- Contributed to long-term strategic planning discussions within the leadership team to help shape future direction for the business unit.
- Optimized resource allocation through careful planning and monitoring of inventory levels, staffing needs, and equipment maintenance schedules.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback and identifying areas for improvement.
- Developed and implemented training program for new hires, accelerating their time to full productivity.
- Improved safety standards by conducting regular audits and training sessions, resulting in fewer workplace accidents.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, leading to enhanced operational workflows and staff satisfaction.
- Led cross-functional teams to improve project execution, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
Education
Human Services
California State University Fullerton
Fullerton, CAPsychology
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MISkills
- Operations management
- Performance monitoring
- Task delegation
- Staff supervision
- Team Training
- Employee development
- Workflow optimization
- Production
- Management
- Quality assurance
- Root-cause analysis
- Scheduling coordination
- Operational planning
- Incident reporting
- KPI tracking
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Process optimization
- Employee engagement
- Productivity management
- Team leadership
- Employee supervision
- Decision-making
- Data entry
- Goal setting
- Microsoft office
- Coaching and mentoring
- Workflow planning
- Staff training
- Scheduling
- Schedule coordination
- Staff scheduling
- Performance management
- Administration and operations
- Phone and email etiquette
- Payroll and budgeting
Timeline
Operations Supervisor
WK Kellogg
07.2010 - 03.2025
Human Services
California State University Fullerton
Psychology
Grand Valley State University
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