Bart Newman
Battle Creek ,MI
Summary
A knowledgable person with the skill set to get things done while looking for a challenge to better this area of responsibility with continues improvements, a strong work ethic, and team input.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Operator 1
City of Battle Creek Department of Public Work
09.2022 - Current
- Operate snow removal equipment, operate heavy equipment, fill and repair pot holes, cut and trim trees and grass
Owner, Motocross Expert
VCV Racing
03.1994 - Current
- Professional Consultant at Motocross Facilities such as Red Bud, events include over 2000 participants and over 22,000 spectators annually, travel Nationwide running events for large televised Motocross competitions
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
Plant Supervisor, Plastic Media
Rosler Machine Finishing
01.2019 - 03.2022
- Media Output Analyst, manage a team of twelve, raise productivity of the line to reach company goals, maintain up-to-date operations through quality checks and safety standards, order fulfillment verifications
- Increased production output by closely monitoring operations, identifying bottlenecks, and making necessary adjustments to workflow.
- Resolved personnel issues quickly through active listening skills combined with fair decision-making practices that resulted in improved workforce satisfaction.
- Improved plant efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing equipment usage.
- Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
- Developed comprehensive preventive maintenance programs that significantly extended the life of critical machinery components while minimizing repair expenses.
- Conducted performance reviews each quarter, offering praise and recommendations for improvement.
- Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
- Reviewed documentation such as invoices and shipping paperwork for accuracy and compliance.
Production Team Leader
DENSO
09.1993 - 01.2019
- Lead a team of associates to build quality automotive parts through continuous process improvements to ensure product goals were met, set-up the line for production daily while coordinating run patterns and job rotations for associates, monitor and complete daily and monthly reports
- Boosted efficiency by coordinating projects and assignments for 15 team members.
Special Projects Sub Leader
DENSO
02.2000 - 12.2008
- Document heater core components parts by measuring critical dimensions using blueprints, optical comparator and CMM machines, track trends that impact quality
- Managed high-stress situations effectively by remaining calm under pressure and employing conflict resolution techniques when necessary.
- Coordinated training sessions and workshops to enhance skill sets, resulting in increased confidence and competence among team members.
- Established trust among teammates through transparent communication practices, leading to improved workplace relationships.
DMMI Production Sub Leader
DENSO
02.1995 - 01.2000
- Set up lines to DMMI's new Efficient Factory philosophy, trained new associates and temporary workers, associate relations for teams as large as 33 associates, completed daily paperwork and monthly reporting for the departments
DMMI Associate
DENSO
09.1993 - 01.1995
- Operated MNSR Cooper Brass Radiator, aluminum Radiator core assembly, trouble shot all equipment malfunctions, off-line repair associate, trained new operators, communicated shift problems and schedules, quality control specialist
Education
High School Diploma -
Portland High School
Portland, MI06.1982
Skills
- Operations Management
- Manufacturing expertise
- Training & Development
- Team Supervision
- Problem Solver
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Analytics
- Business Minded
- Customer Service
- Driven & Motivated
- Teamwork and Communication
- Team Management
Accomplishments
- Consistently a Top Producer
- Developed a daily component check that saved the company over $100K
Personal Information
Title: Operations Specialist & Industrial Management Professional Supervisor
Timeline
Operator 1
City of Battle Creek Department of Public Work
09.2022 - Current
Plant Supervisor, Plastic Media
Rosler Machine Finishing
01.2019 - 03.2022
Special Projects Sub Leader
DENSO
02.2000 - 12.2008
DMMI Production Sub Leader
DENSO
02.1995 - 01.2000
Owner, Motocross Expert
VCV Racing
03.1994 - Current
DMMI Associate
DENSO
09.1993 - 01.1995
Production Team Leader
DENSO
09.1993 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Portland High School
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