Versatile Production Supervisor knowledgeable about equipment operation, quality standards and safety hazards. Versed in documentation and compliance. Streamlines workflow to maintain productivity and proactively addresses challenges to minimize downtime.
Skills
Assembly and production
Production targets
Equipment operation
Time management
Work History
09/2020 to Current
Manufacturing Production SupervisorLkq Corp – Groveport, OH,
Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training and mentoring individuals with lagging skills
Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts
Analyzed equipment breakdowns using various troubleshooting methods
Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts
Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals
Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns
Collaborated across departments to establish project guidelines and create unique products to drive profitability
Reduced obstacles and variables to maintain production performance and meet deadlines
Possess and exhibit imitative to challenge the status quo and courage to implement new and different ideas, encourage the team to participate in resolving issues
Determine, prioritize and delegate work assignments and directly supervise the department nd assess functions to ensure the production of the company product at the highest quality at the lowest possible cost, meeting company performance standard, and customer specification and delivery requirements, in accordance with the company polices and procedures
Participate in the activities of employees engaged in the manufacturing process
Confer with other supervisors to coordinate operations and activates within or between work centers and departments
Participate in development of production plans and follow up to ensure that the schedules are met and communicate changes or execution issues to all appropriate parties
Inspect materials, product, and equipment to detect or malfunctions to communicate same to others to correct or resolve to insure best chance of success
Assure compliance with quality standards throughout all production operations
Train, coordinate, motivate and develop production employees
Perform basic equipment and operational failure analysis and act accordingly
Participate in plant audits to comply with SQF regulations and internal standards of excellence
Consult with quality assurance regarding accept or reject decisions on raw material and finish goods
Maintenance a neat, clean and organized and safe work environment, instruct and monitor production employees' work practices and conformance with GMP polices
Continually evaluate processes and methods, recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment, performance, utilization of people, and quality of product
Review, adjust, and approve employee time cards
Other duties as required
07/2018 to 09/2020
Production LeadCornerstone Building Brands – Cowpens, SC,
Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors and staging areas.
Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
Documented production information via daily system logs and discussed issues with management.
Monitored machinery in operation to identify concerns and make corrections or report complex problems.
Kept production line ready for monthly inspections and yearly audits by consistently following optimal processes.
Handled production line documentation for waste, downtime and output.
Worked with supervisor and other team leads to manage and prioritize staffing assignments to meet customer demand and production schedules.
Monitored workers on site during production activities for safety procedures compliance.
Supported employees by accurately tracking time and proactively resolving any conflicts.
Trained workers in proper operation, calibration and maintenance of production line equipment.
Sustained tour-ready production line through continuous and effective housekeeping plans.
Communicated clear instructions for general operations and product-specific runs to prevent errors and rework.
Operated equipment such as forklifts and overhead cranes to safely move heavy loads.
Maintained safe work areas by keeping pathways and stations free of hazards and excess waste or materials.
Contributed to continuous improvement and lean initiatives by implementing directives.
Coordinated effective schedules for production employees.
Monitored employee activities to verify consistent use of good manufacturing principles.
Proven success in maintaining and fostering effective working relationship and communication with key support functions to improve operations and ensure that the schedules are met
Participate in development of production plans and follow uo tp ensure that schedules are met
Read formulas, reports, work instructions and complete all associated documents
Understand the process if troubleshooting while coordinating needs/concerns to the appropriate personnel
04/2014 to 07/2017
Production WorkerF. B. Foster – Pittsburgh, PA,
Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors and staging areas.
Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
Documented production information via daily system logs and discussed issues with management.
Monitored machinery in operation to identify concerns and make corrections or report complex problems.
Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
Maintained machinery to prevent overloads and avoid malfunctions.
Unloaded incoming products and moved boxes to staging areas, sorted items and transported to final storage locations.
Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
Graded and packaged finished products, transporting items for additional processing, storage or shipment off-site.
Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
Demonstrated proper use of equipment to newly hired employees to avoid workplace injuries.
Reviewed job specifications to determine appropriate setups for production runs.
Reviewed production specifications to verify accurate weights and measurements prior to mixing ingredients.
Used hand trucks, forklifts and scissor lifts to complete tasks and transport items.
Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
Manually set up machinery, lathes and grinders.
Followed tooling instructions and product specifications to determine and implement operational sequences.
Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups.
Set accurate feed rates and trimming protocols to maintain efficient production and meet schedule demands.
Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
Dismantled machinery to access, remove and replace worn components and keep production within optimal tolerances.
05/2011 to 08/2013
Production WorkerF. B. Foster – Willis, TX,
Followed production list provided by supervisor
Adhered to company safety policies and procedures for proper food safety and sanitation
Troubleshot malfunctions with machinery and performed routine maintenance to restore functionality and minimize downtime
Maintained clean work areas for optimal food quality
Selected and measured or weighed ingredients using English or metric measures and balance scales
fast decision making
communicate with quality, supervisors, mangers, warehouse, packing lead, material handler with production needs and concerns
Assign the team with tasks, such as washing down machines during change overs, cleaning the line, emptying buckets etc
make sure everyone following the GMP policy
Overlook employee paperwork throughout the day
Education
Expected in to to
High School Diploma: Professional Learning Institute - Milwaukee, WI, GPA:
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