Anthony Terrana
Grand Island,NY
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Production Supervisor
Saint Gobain Ceramics
Niagara Falls, NY
02.2023 - Current
- Directed and coordinated plant production activities to ensure efficient utilization of materials and personnel.
- Supervised the day-to-day operations of the production line, including scheduling and assigning employees.
- Trained new staff members on equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Coordinated with other departments such as engineering, purchasing, and sales, as needed.
- Enforced adherence to established procedures related to manufacturing operations.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing safety regulations and identifying potential hazards.
- Set up, adjusted and maintained machines to operate at peak levels and meet challenging demands.
- Oversaw inventory and physical counts and performed periodic cycle counts to verify outgoing orders.
- Supported safety programs to reduce and eliminate employee injuries.
- Recommended and implemented measures to improve production methods and quality of products.
- Planned production operations while establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing processes.
- Monitored equipment, checked supplies and coordinated manpower to meet expected demand.
- Completed production plans by scheduling and assigning personnel, revising schedules and establishing priorities.
- Reviewed job specifications to properly set up machines.
- Issued work orders for repairs to plan maintenance of equipment, machinery and vehicles.
- Enforced company policies, answered coworkers' questions and trained new personnel.
Production Planner
Saint Gobain Ceramics
Niagara Falls, NY
03.2022 - Current
- Identified potential bottlenecks in the supply chain process and developed corrective actions accordingly.
- Participated in meetings with stakeholders such as customers or vendors regarding upcoming projects or changes in product specifications.
- Coordinated with other departments such as engineering, purchasing, and warehouse to ensure smooth operations.
- Developed and maintained production schedules to meet customer demands.
- Assisted in designing workflows that optimize machine utilization while minimizing downtime due to maintenance or repairs.
- Monitored the progress of production activities to ensure on-time delivery of products.
- Provided technical support in troubleshooting issues related to the manufacturing process or equipment malfunctions.
- Monitored production progress and adjusted schedules as necessary to meet deadlines.
- Reviewed and approved production orders, ensuring alignment with customer specifications and delivery timelines.
- Monitored stock of production supplies and ordered when inventory ran low.
- Created production schedules by considering deadlines for customer orders and sales forecasting.
- Assisted in the development and maintenance of production policies, procedures, and safety standards.
- Developed solutions for improving process, increasing profits.
- Managed movement of materials and product through production.
Set up Technician/Manager
Saint Gobain Ceramics
Niagara Falls, NY
04.2019 - Current
- Identified areas for improvement in existing systems and worked with developers to implement solutions.
- Implemented best practices in system administration including patching servers and maintaining backups.
- Communicated effectively with other members of the team regarding progress updates or changes in procedure.
- Calibrated instruments to ensure accuracy of measurements.
- Ensured proper functioning of production line by testing machinery regularly.
- Utilized a variety of hand tools such as wrenches, torque wrenches, hammers, screwdrivers.
- Replaced worn or defective components when needed.
- Monitored production lines for smooth operations and troubleshot issues as they arise.
- Adjusted machine settings to optimize performance and efficiency.
- Inspected parts for accuracy and quality assurance.
- Repaired malfunctioning components using specialized tools and techniques.
- Provided technical support to operators during set-up operations.
- Assisted in training new personnel on the use of various manufacturing systems.
- Troubleshot mechanical problems with specialized tools and performed necessary repairs.
- Conducted regular inspections on all machineries prior to start-up operations.
- Assisted in the development and updating of setup procedures and documentation.
- Met production needs with timely preparation of required machinery.
- Kept molds in peak condition through regular inspections, preventive maintenance and repairs.
- Followed and supported OSHA-mandated safety requirements for proper machine operation.
- Configured and adjusted production equipment for optimal performance.
- Selected and installed appropriate fixtures for production runs.
- Organized tooling, cleaned work spaces and maintained supplies for production support.
- Participated in meetings to discuss production issues and propose solutions.
- Calibrated machinery for precise operation according to specifications.
- Trained new employees on proper setup techniques and safety protocols.
- Troubleshot and resolved technical issues with production lines.
- Managed tool inventory and performed regular checks to ensure availability.
- Hand-assembled needed parts with bolts and screws.
- Received incoming shipments and reviewed contents against purchase order for accuracy.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
Lead Operator
Saint Gobain Ceramics
Niagara Falls, NY
03.2008 - 04.2018
- Developed and implemented process improvements to increase production efficiency.
- Trained new employees on safe operating procedures and job responsibilities.
- Ensured all machinery was properly calibrated prior to use in production runs.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through improved operational efficiencies.
- Performed daily maintenance checks and troubleshooting of equipment malfunctions.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to identify potential problems early on.
- Adapted quickly to changing conditions in order to meet customer demands.
- Assisted in the development of standard operating procedures.
- Implemented corrective actions when necessary to address nonconformities.
- Removed and replaced tools and dyes to complete various tasks.
- Set up machines at start of shift, checking for issues and potential malfunctions.
- Identified machinery issues and repaired parts to keep equipment up and running.
- Performed troubleshooting techniques and testing procedures to keep machines working optimally.
- Hand-assembled needed parts with bolts and screws.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
Extrusion Operator
Saint Gobain Ceramics
Niagara Falls, NY
12.2000 - 03.2008
- Adjusted feed rates and monitored material flow during the extrusion process.
- Ensured that all safety procedures were followed during operation of machinery.
- Followed written instructions from supervisors regarding product specifications and production requirements.
- Verified dimensions of finished products using measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers.
- Kept records of scrap material generated during production runs.
- Kept watchful eye on mechanical settings and output and made proactive adjustments to maintain optimal levels.
- Set dials and controls on machine to create products of correct size, shape, and thickness.
Skills
- Industry Expertise
- Technical knowledge
- Employee Training
- Production Planning
- Staff Development
- Adaptability
- Continuous improvements
- Excellent Communication
Timeline
Plant Production Supervisor
Saint Gobain Ceramics
02.2023 - Current
Production Planner
Saint Gobain Ceramics
03.2022 - Current
Set up Technician/Manager
Saint Gobain Ceramics
04.2019 - Current
Lead Operator
Saint Gobain Ceramics
03.2008 - 04.2018
Extrusion Operator
Saint Gobain Ceramics
12.2000 - 03.2008
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