Wendy Leon De Calles
Saint Paul
Summary
Quality-focused manufacturing leader with 10+ years of experience in production operations and 5+ years of supervisory experience in fast-paced manufacturing environments. Proven ability to lead teams, enforce quality and safety standards, conduct inspections, improve processes, and train employees for consistent performance. Strong background in quality assurance, production coordination, employee development, and continuous improvement.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Supervisor
Protolabs
Rosemount, MN
04.2021 - Current
- Supervise daily manufacturing activities for assigned shift, ensuring quality, safety, and production targets are met.
- Identify process improvement opportunities to increase efficiency, consistency, and product quality.
- Enforce company policies, quality procedures, and housekeeping standards across the department.
- Coach employees, address performance concerns, and complete annual and 90-day evaluations.
- Partner with team members to resolve production and quality issues quickly and effectively.
- Trained and mentored new staff on equipment operation and best practices for quality assurance.
On-the-Job Finishing Trainer (OJT)
Protolabs
Rosemount, MN
05.2018 - 04.2021
- Trained employees on manufacturing procedures, work instructions, quality standards, and safety expectations.
- Monitored learner performance and provided coaching to improve accuracy, consistency, and efficiency.
- Supported process improvements and reinforced best practices in quality and workplace organization.
- Developed and delivered training programs on advanced manufacturing techniques.
- Facilitated onboarding sessions for new employees, ensuring smooth integration into company culture.
Manufacturing Cell Coordinator
Protolabs
Rosemount, MN
04.2016 - 05.2018
- Coordinated daily workflow and prioritized production activities within the manufacturing cell.
- Performed start-up inspections and verified quality requirements before approving production runs.
- Identified quality issues related to trimming, molding, packaging, and order fulfillment.
- Ensured packaging and finished products met customer specifications and internal standards.
Manufacturing Finishing Operator
Protolabs
Rosemount, MN
08.2014 - 04.2016
- Trimmed, inspected, and finished plastic parts using hand tools and production equipment.
- Operated molding presses checked parts for defects and verified counts and weights.
- Packaged products to customer requirements while maintaining quality and accuracy.
- Conducted final inspections for defects, maintaining high standards of quality control.
Education
High School Diploma -
LEAP High School
Saint Paul, MN06-2013
Skills
- Quality Assurance & Control
- Team Leadership
- Process Improvement
- Employee Training & Mentoring
- Root Cause Problem Solving
- Inspections & Compliance
- Corrective Actions
- Performance Management
- Manufacturing Operations
- Safety & Housekeeping Standards
- Systems analysis
Certification
- TWI Certificate
- PELD 201 Part 1 & 2
- Manager Value Workshop
- Unlock Your Superpower Workshop
- Adult First Aid/CPR/AED
- Molding for Non-Molders Workshop
LANGUAGES
Spanish (Native/Bilingual)
English (Professional Proficiency)
Timeline
Manufacturing Supervisor
Protolabs
04.2021 - Current
On-the-Job Finishing Trainer (OJT)
Protolabs
05.2018 - 04.2021
Manufacturing Cell Coordinator
Protolabs
04.2016 - 05.2018
Manufacturing Finishing Operator
Protolabs
08.2014 - 04.2016
High School Diploma -
LEAP High School