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Melinda Kinder

Pittsburgh

Summary

Dynamic Finishing Manager with over 4 years of experience in managing glass finishing processes. Skilled in training teams on safety protocols and equipment usage, successfully enhancing productivity and minimizing waste. Committed to maintaining high-quality standards in all operations.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1992
1992
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Sr. Finishing Manager

Anchor Hocking Glass
Pittsburgh
03.2025 - Current
  • Managed glass finishing processes to ensure quality standards.
  • Collaborated with production teams to streamline workflows.
  • Trained team members on safety protocols and equipment usage.
  • Operated machinery for polishing and inspecting glass products.
  • Communicated effectively with team members to resolve issues promptly.
  • Coordinated employee training in safety and equipment operations.
  • Worked closely with professionals to obtain job specifications, deadlines, and other project-specific information.
  • Scheduled daily tasks and priorities for finishing team.
  • Drove continuous improvement in productivity, quality and safety.

Ensure employees are following Safety, Quality and production standards

Finishing Manager

Steolzle Glass USA
Monaca
09.2023 - 09.2025
  • Managed finishing processes to ensure quality and consistency in production.
  • Coordinated workflow between teams to streamline finishing operations effectively.
  • Trained staff on equipment usage and safety procedures for finishing tasks.
  • Implemented best practices for maintaining cleanliness in the finishing area.
  • Supervised the work of employees and provided guidance when needed.
  • Developed strategies to reduce costs while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Scheduled daily tasks and priorities for finishing team.
  • Ensured that all finishing processes were completed in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Managed projects by scheduling staff members and handling material deadlines.
  • Initiated new departmental processes to boost production efficiency and minimize waste.

Technical Service Representative

Anchor Glass Container
Tampa
09.2020 - 09.2023
  • Provided technical support for glass container products to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Responded to customer inquiries regarding product specifications and usage instructions.
  • Collaborated with production teams to resolve product quality issues effectively.
  • Documented service requests and resolutions in company database for tracking purposes.
  • Educated customers on proper handling and storage of glass products.
  • Conducted training sessions for new staff on service protocols and customer communication.
  • Provided technical support to customers via phone and email.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure timely resolution of customer issues.
  • Responded promptly to customer inquiries and requests for assistance.
  • Trained new employees on best practices related to technical support.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Ensured that all relevant information was captured during each customer interaction.
  • Provided feedback to management on customer satisfaction levels.

Finishing Manager

Anchor Glass Container
Lawrenceburg
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Supervised finishing processes to ensure quality and consistency in production.
  • Coordinated workflow between teams to streamline finishing operations effectively.
  • Trained staff on equipment usage and safety procedures for finishing tasks.
  • Implemented best practices for maintaining cleanliness in the finishing area.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues to minimize downtime during production.
  • Communicated with management regarding project updates and operational challenges.

Technical Service Representative

Saxco
Fairfield
01.2016 - 07.2019
  • Provided technical support for glass container products to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Responded to customer inquiries regarding product specifications and usage instructions.
  • Collaborated with production teams to resolve product quality issues effectively.
  • Documented service requests and resolutions in company database for tracking purposes.
  • Educated customers on proper handling and storage of glass products.
  • Created detailed reports of customer service activities for management review.
  • Trained new employees on best practices related to technical support.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Provided feedback to management on customer satisfaction levels.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills when dealing with complex technical issues.
  • Reported any recurring problems or trends to management for further investigation.

Education

Highlands Senior School
Natrona Heights, PA

Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education

California of Pennsylvania
California, PA

Skills

  • Quality assurance
  • Equipment operation
  • Workflow coordination
  • Safety protocol compliance

Timeline

Sr. Finishing Manager

Anchor Hocking Glass
03.2025 - Current

Finishing Manager

Steolzle Glass USA
09.2023 - 09.2025

Technical Service Representative

Anchor Glass Container
09.2020 - 09.2023

Finishing Manager

Anchor Glass Container
01.2019 - 01.2020

Technical Service Representative

Saxco
01.2016 - 07.2019

Highlands Senior School

Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education

California of Pennsylvania
Melinda Kinder