Adam Powers
Emporia,Kansas
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement programs, notably achieving a $49,213 project savings at Detroit Remanufacturing. Skilled in supply chain management and certified forklift operations, I excel in optimizing processes and enhancing operational efficiency. My strong problem-solving abilities and effective work planning ensure outstanding results and workplace safety.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator - Raw Receiving
Tyson Foods
12.2022 - Current
- Daily shipping reports, both receiving and shipping
- Billing support and Truck tracking on lot
- Forklift operations
Assistant Manager, Front end Sales
CarToyz
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Inventory management, ordering and receiving
- Customer sales and satisfaction
- Schedule customer appointments and employee work schedules
Operation Assistant
Hill’s Pet Food
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Troubleshot equipment problems, performed preventative maintenance, and scheduled needed repairs.
- Participated in team meetings to provide feedback on operational issues and solutions.
- Monitored operation of equipment to ensure proper functioning in accordance with safety regulations.
Lean Manufacturing Technician (TOS)
Detroit Remanufacturing
01.2013 - 08.2020
- Observed processes report current state, identify areas of improvement, and implement process changes
- 2020 Project savings of $49,213 and 594 hours of machine capacity across 4 projects
- Material handler
- Receive, unload trucks, pull orders for production lines, ensure proper inventory reporting, using Microsoft Navision (SAP)
- Redesigned consumption process for 2 cycle, FUSO and NAG transmissions
- Maintained forklift certification through the entire Detroit Remanufacturing tenure
Network Adjunct
Flint Hills Technical College
Emporia, Kansas
05.2012 - 08.2012
- Perform the tasks of designing and implementation of the Network, including cable infrastructure, Wireless Access Points, and hardware
- Provide detailed documentation and procedures for all network solutions and equipment phase out
Network Installation, Computer Repair
IT Contractor
Emporia, Kansas
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Documented network configuration changes as needed.
- Configured and maintained routers, switches, firewalls, and other network devices.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
Manufacturing Experience
Emporia, Kansas
01.2003 - 01.2010
Education
Associates - Network Technology & Security
Flint Hills Technical College
Emporia, Kansas08.2012
Bachelors of Science - Business Management
Emporia State University
Emporia, Kansas12.2008
Skills
- Lean manufacturing
- Continuous improvement programs
- Supply chain and inventory management
- Materials handling
- Microsoft Office
- Lean Business procedures
- Documentation
- Material inventory
- Dock work
- Inventory control
- Certified forklift operator
- Assembly line experience
- Shipping and receiving
- Warehouse picking
- Work Planning and Prioritization
References
Available upon request.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Forklift Operator - Raw Receiving
Tyson Foods
12.2022 - Current
Assistant Manager, Front end Sales
CarToyz
09.2021 - 01.2022
Operation Assistant
Hill’s Pet Food
04.2021 - 09.2021
Lean Manufacturing Technician (TOS)
Detroit Remanufacturing
01.2013 - 08.2020
Network Adjunct
Flint Hills Technical College
05.2012 - 08.2012
Network Installation, Computer Repair
IT Contractor
01.2009 - 01.2012
Manufacturing Experience
01.2003 - 01.2010
Associates - Network Technology & Security
Flint Hills Technical College
Bachelors of Science - Business Management
Emporia State University