Adrianna Burnette

Photo Credit : Earl Neikirk/Neikirk Image

Production Operator
Hitachi Energy
Bland, VA

Adrianna was nominated by Dan Benedict, Manager Operations 2 at Hitachi Energy. Dan had the following to say about Adrianna:

Adrianna Burnette has made a meaningful impact at Hitachi Energy through her commitment to continuous improvement and her strong focus on workplace safety. She has played an active role in leading several Learning Teams within the organization, helping colleagues collaborate to find solutions for some of the facility’s most complex processes. Her willingness to take initiative and contribute to safer, more effective operations has strengthened the plant’s safety program and supported ongoing improvements across the production environment.

Adrianna has also had a positive influence on her fellow employees. During the company’s recent production ramp-up, she took on an important role in training and developing new hires. Through her guidance, patience, and encouragement, she helped new team members gain confidence in their roles and understand the importance of safe and efficient work practices.

Her compassion for others and dedication to sharing best practices have made her a trusted resource within her team. Adrianna consistently works to ensure that her coworkers have the knowledge and support they need to succeed while maintaining a safe work environment.

Adrianna exemplifies what it means to be an Outstanding Woman of Manufacturing. Through her leadership in safety initiatives, her commitment to developing others, and her strong sense of teamwork, she serves as a role model for both the success of the organization and the well-being of her fellow employees.

All information taken from submission nomination form.