Emily Colon-Lockhart
Fleetwood
Summary
Packaging Lead recognized for driving productivity and ensuring efficient task execution. Expertise in workflow optimization, quality control, and team leadership. Proven ability in communication and problem-solving, contributing to seamless operations and successful project outcomes.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Packaging Lead
ALCON
09.2023 - Current
- Maintains scheduling and staffing needs daily including training for operators and scanners.
- Initiates DCT events for all Nonconformances in PKG.
- Performs daily auditing of machine and work order documentation.
- Coaching/Training on processes and quality issues.
- Provides positive feedback to staff and provides feedback on areas to improve upon.
- Delegates tasks to back-up leads and verifiers on day shift.
- Communicates to off shifts of any important changes and communicates with other department leads and supervisors for WIP tracking and DCT events.
- Manages process flow within the department for first-in, first-out products.
QC Back-up Lead
Alcon
Sinking Spring
10.2022 - 09.2023
- Performed analysis, inspections, and tests of raw materials, packaging materials, and quantitative assays on samples and/or finished products from manufacturing to ensure quality standards, compliance with customer and regulatory requirements, and tolerance specifications for the chemical or physical properties.
- Performed required inspections, checks, analysis, and documentation of studies.
- Prepared and monitored quality statistics and reports.
- Reviewed production records for conformance to procedures.
- Conducted non-conformance tests of manufactured, packaged, or tested products.
- Evaluated non-conforming results and initiated re-sampling, re-testing, and/or hold procedures.
- Assisted in auditing scrap material for destruction.
- Assisted in lead duties for the Quality department for Incoming and In-process.
- Monitored adherence to quality standards in backup processes at Alcon.
- Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
QC Technician
Alcon
Sinking Spring
04.2018 - 10.2022
- Performed In-process inspections in 8 manufacturing areas.
- Effectively communicated Nonconformance issues with department Leads/backup leads and Supervisors.
- Performed daily inspections in QC Incoming.
- Worked with Quality Engineers, Buyers, and warehouse personnel daily.
- Troubleshoot with buyers to communicate with suppliers regarding product handling.
- Collaborated with production staff to resolve quality-related issues promptly.
- Monitored production processes to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Utilized testing tools and equipment to evaluate product integrity and performance.
- Documented test results accurately according to established protocols; maintained up-to-date records of all QC activities.
Operator I
Alcon
Sinking Spring
02.2016 - 04.2018
- Mass polished, belled, buffed, and assembled Fiber Optic components.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment and procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily operational goals.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in the work area for safety compliance.
- Maintained production and quality documentation.
- Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
Administrative Assistant
Lehigh Valley Hospital
Allentown
02.2015 - 01.2016
- Performed daily administrative duties for assigned units.
- Utilized electronic health record systems to update patient information accurately.
- Communicated effectively with team members to ensure smooth workflow throughout departments.
- Trained new administrative staff on office protocols and procedures consistently.
- Answered phone calls and emails to provide information, resulting in effective business correspondence.
- Entered data into spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel or other similar programs.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
- Handled confidential documents in an organized fashion according to established protocol.
- Greeted visitors in a professional manner, responding to inquiries and directing them to appropriate personnel.
Medical Assistant
MedExpress
Charlottesville
07.2013 - 07.2014
- Triaging patients for examination and performing acute care tasks.
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
- Managed patient scheduling and coordinated appointment reminders.
- Prepared examination rooms, ensuring cleanliness and readiness for patients.
- Collected and documented patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Administered medications as directed by healthcare professionals.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and medication instructions.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
Patient Care Assistant
Reading Hospital Medical Center
09.2000 - 06.2013
- Daily Care of patients in the Stroke Unit and Emergency Department.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Maintained accurate patient records and updated care plans as needed.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to implement patient care strategies effectively.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of patient care areas and equipment.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress and care adjustments.
- Provided assistance to nurses and other healthcare professionals in the delivery of patient care.
- Assisted with ambulation and positioning of patients according to their plan of care.
- Answered call lights promptly to ensure timely response to patient needs.
- Reported any changes in patient condition to the supervising nurse immediately.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations following established protocols.
- Prepared rooms for incoming patients by stocking supplies and ensuring equipment is functioning properly.
- Promoted patient comfort by quickly responding to calls and handling diverse needs.
- Used hospital-approved devices and techniques to transport and lift patients.
- Collected specimens for laboratory tests upon request of medical staff.
Education
University of Arizona Global Campus
Chandler, AZ07.2025
High School Diploma -
Reading Senior High School
Reading, PA01.2002
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VASkills
- Workday/Kronos Knowledge
- SAP
- IQS
- LDRI
- Track Wise
- Scheduling
- Problem-solving
- Training and development
- Microsoft
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Quality assurance
- Team leadership
- Process improvement
- Effective communication
Communication Skills
- Effectively delegates tasks to operators and verifiers.
- Provides positive and negative feedback when necessary to ensure a better work environment.
- Ability to make executive decisions and work independently when needed with little supervision.
- Assisted QC Incoming Lead with rewording existing procedures to improve understanding of inspection processes.
- Extensive attention to detail. Ability to understand engineering specifications and SOP.
Leadership Experience
- Completed Train the Trainer program
- First Aid training
- Quality Technician program (RACC)
- LEAD development
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Title: LEAD Associate
References
Upon Request
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Packaging Lead
ALCON
09.2023 - Current
QC Back-up Lead
Alcon
10.2022 - 09.2023
QC Technician
Alcon
04.2018 - 10.2022
Operator I
Alcon
02.2016 - 04.2018
Administrative Assistant
Lehigh Valley Hospital
02.2015 - 01.2016
Medical Assistant
MedExpress
07.2013 - 07.2014
Patient Care Assistant
Reading Hospital Medical Center
09.2000 - 06.2013
University of Arizona Global Campus
High School Diploma -
Reading Senior High School
Liberty University
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