Sherry Serhan
Saskatoon,Canada
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker eager to secure a full-time position that offers professional challenges and allows utilization of interpersonal and problem-solving skills, while demonstrating excellent time management. Organized and dependable candidate with proven success in managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Motivated to learn, grow, and excel in role, ready to contribute to team\'s efforts in achieving company goals. Expertise in process optimization and quality control ensures reliable and high-quality production. Analytical problem-solver who approaches operations issues with a conscientious mindset. Decisive leader and collaborative team-builder with strong planning and multitasking abilities. Strong communication and teamwork skills enable quick adaptation to new environments. Eager to contribute to team\'s success and further develop professional skills. Positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth bring valuable asset to any organization.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Supervisor
Food Centre
08.2024 - 04.2025
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
- Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
- Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
- Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing techniques and reducing waste.
- Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays.
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
- Collaborated with management and engineering teams to develop and implement innovative strategies for maximizing production efficiency without compromising quality standards.
- Contributed to continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities for process enhancements and recommending appropriate solutions for implementation.
- Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment performance, reviewing materials supplies, and organizing manpower.
- Streamlined communication between departments, fostering a collaborative work environment for efficient problem solving.
- Created an inclusive work culture that encouraged collaboration and open communication among staff members at all levels within the organization.
- Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss progress and address any issues, promoting open communication.
- Managed daily production schedules to meet challenging deadlines, adjusting workflows as necessary.
- Optimized labor allocation, matching skill sets with task requirements to improve output quality.
- Led quality control initiatives, significantly reducing product defects and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Conducted performance reviews, identifying areas for development and providing constructive feedback.
- Increased team morale and productivity by fostering inclusive and supportive work environment.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
- Collaborated with other leaders and executives to direct workflow and support operations.
- Cultivated professional working relationships with peers and supervisors.
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.
- Managed team of 10-15 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
Senior Production Operator
Three Farmers
04.2023 - 07.2024
- Operation of various machines
- Training and supervision of staff
- Paperwork for orders coming in and going out of production area
- Tracking of stock coming in and going out per order
- Packaging of various materials
- Quality control of products being packaged
- OH&S Committee
Stay at Home Mom
Myself
11.2020 - 04.2023
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Co-Owner/Operator
Approved Mental Health Service Home
01.2010 - 11.2020
- Managed 4 clients by supervising daily tasks.
- Motivated clients to consistently improve performance
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
Supervisor/HAACP/Laborer
Mitchell's/ Maple Leaf
01.2000 - 01.2007
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflow of a team of 25-30 people.
- Handled customer complaints, resolved issues and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
- Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
- Worked with management team to implement proper division of responsibilities.
- Set overall vision and provided team leadership.
- Developed training, task and process guidelines and communicated clear and concise directions to employees.
- Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment safety.
- Identified individual employee's unique work styles and adapted management methods.
- Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic business needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge and customer demands.
- Utilized standard operating procedures, (SOP) effective crew resource management, communication and procedures specified in the company operation manual.
- Conducted routine inspections of incoming materials to check quality and compliance with established product specifications.
- Repaired equipment to keep jobs moving smoothly, informing the maintenance department of major machinery failures.
- Analyzed equipment breakdowns using various troubleshooting methods.
- Supported safety officers to enforce regulations, laws and established policies throughout operational stages.
- Prepared, calibrated and monitored production machinery to maintain optimal production levels and consistently achieve daily targets.
Education
Legal Assistant Diploma - Law
Saskatoon Business College
Saskatoon, SK09.2019
Skills
- Experienced in Microsoft Office 2013 applications
- Organizational skills
- Employee supervision
- Quality assurance
- Efficient production oversight
- Health and safety oversight
- Manufacturing processes
- SOP development
- Overseeing daily activities
- Performance evaluation
- Recruitment and onboarding
Certification
- WHMIS
- Standard First Aid CPR/AED Level C
- Food Safety Course
- Firearms Safety Course-Un-restricted and Restricted
- Logistics Fundamentals
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Food Centre
08.2024 - 04.2025
Senior Production Operator
Three Farmers
04.2023 - 07.2024
Stay at Home Mom
Myself
11.2020 - 04.2023
Co-Owner/Operator
Approved Mental Health Service Home
01.2010 - 11.2020
Supervisor/HAACP/Laborer
Mitchell's/ Maple Leaf
01.2000 - 01.2007
Legal Assistant Diploma - Law
Saskatoon Business College
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