Benson Strebel
Santaquin
Summary
As a dedicated leader I strive to improve the lives of everyone that I work with to my best ability helping them reach there goals and be successful every day. Seeking opportunities to grow and develop as both a person and leader to better the lives of my family and friends.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Line Manager
Sprout
09.2023 - 03.2025
- Planned daily scheduling of production groups using Level Loading principles.
- Increased employee productivity with cross-training initiatives and skill development.
- Implemented quality control measures, consistently meeting or exceeding product specifications and customer expectations.
- Optimized resource allocation to maximize throughput while minimizing waste and operational expenses.
- Conducted root cause analyses on recurring issues, implementing corrective actions that led to lasting resolutions in production processes.
- Collaborated closely with engineering teams to develop new product lines and refine existing ones for maximum efficiency in manufacturing processes.
- Reduced downtime by closely monitoring equipment maintenance schedules and ensuring timely repairs.
- Managed workforce to maintain optimal staffing levels while controlling labor costs effectively.
- Streamlined workflow processes for faster turnaround times, resulting in increased output volume.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations, conducting regular inspections and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
Team Member
US Synthetic
10.2022 - 09.2023
- Completed TWI Certification course.
- Co Lead Kaizen event on graveyard for Flow in Sonoma Factory.
- Signed off on Level 1 for the Team Member pathway and was prepared to pass off on levels 2-3.
- Support current Team Leads and other team members when they would fill in for Team Leads.
- Helped train team members on LSSM and ANCAs when needed.
- Walked through work sequences with new team members to the area to help them hit cycle time.
- Supported new Team Lead in post leach by helping teach them work sequences and how different products flowed through the area.
3rd Shift Manager
Candy Co.
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Created and implemented attendance policy/ tracking system.
- Trained Supervisors on Lean Fundamentals and application of those principles on the production floor.
- Trained Supervisors and Line Leads on EDGE method training for new employees coming in to insure safe and comfortable working environment.
- Created system to insure all production forms are filled out correctly and on time for morning reviews.
- Through the implementation of standard work across production floor daily output was increased by 20,000 units per shift.
- Created daily standard work with supervisors to increase effective communication through out shift and allow for quicker response to problems found.
- Established list of experienced team members to pair with new employees for training.
- Supported and supervised Warehouse, Maintenance, and sanitation crews on 3rd shift.
- Created 3rd Shift manpower board to better align and support production areas on day to day basis.
- Lead and trained orientation for new hires.
Factory Manager
US Synthetic
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Responsible for teams monthly strategies and activities for continuous improvement
- Created team training plan for team members to support other areas missing man power to maintain output and deliver to customers on time.
- Kaizen Leader for post leach 5S system reducing time from 15 minutes to 10 minutes.
- Worked with Team Lead to create PDCA to increase production in Ace graveyard. Team increased output by 400 parts per shift over 4 months.
- Created training standard for team members coming into post leach area.
Team Lead
US Synthetic
10.2017 - 06.2021
- Six-Sigma Yellow Belt
- Lead PDCA on focused on quality to improve production yields from 89% to 94% in one month
- Used Lean Fundamentals to reduce production inventory down 48 total parts per shift saving $7200 per shift
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Daily team building and moral boosting, bringing in and acclimating new team members when needed
- Responded and coached team members with crucial conversations when disagreements occurred
- Responding to and helping eliminate waste while walking team members through those steps and teaching them to recognize and solve the issue while working together.
General Production Coordinator
Nestle Stouffer's
08.2011 - 08.2017
- Responsible for Day to Day problem solving and managing of production line
- Over team improvement tracking system and logged over one thousand personal improvements made, which was a company record
- Organized and arranged daily lunch and break rotations for team members which helped production by 18,000+ packages everyday
- Over saw the development of team building and chemistry.
- Set the record for most kaizens recorded in the company during the launch of lean manufacturing program with 1000+ kaizens finished.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Project Management
BYU Pathways
High School Diploma -
Salem Hills High School
Salem, UT05.2010
Skills
- Adaptability
- Restorative
- Empathetic
- Competitive
- Individualization
Education and Training
true,other
Timeline
Production Line Manager
Sprout
09.2023 - 03.2025
Team Member
US Synthetic
10.2022 - 09.2023
3rd Shift Manager
Candy Co.
06.2022 - 10.2022
Factory Manager
US Synthetic
06.2021 - 06.2022
Team Lead
US Synthetic
10.2017 - 06.2021
General Production Coordinator
Nestle Stouffer's
08.2011 - 08.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Project Management
BYU Pathways
High School Diploma -
Salem Hills High School
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