Bobby Lee Blue
Wilson,NC
Summary
Dynamic Production Manager experienced in supervising production lines, overseeing materials inspection, scheduling production and conducting intermittent physical inventories. Works well with planners, inventory specialists and line supervisors to streamline workflow and meet aggressive deadlines. Well-organized, proactive and resourceful in dealing with routine and complex production issues.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Production Manager
Bridgestone Americas
Wilson, NC
11.2019 - Current
- Track waste rubber compound generation for various rubber processing extruders
- Devise measures to reduce waste and promote continuous improvement
- Plan, schedule, and prep for shipping, by coordinating delivery of extruded tread material accumulation (TMA)
- Reduce daily waste by 15%, with focus on floor sweeps
- Provided leadership to Cross-Functional Teams (CFT) to determine root cause of waste generation
- Help revise waste/scrap related SOPs
- Assessed manufacturing processes and recommended improvements to increase productivity.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships
Manufacturing Production Manager
Bridgestone Americas
3001 Firestone Parkway, NC
11.2016 - Current
- Led team of 150+ to ensure production goals are met daily
- Identified teammates to develop as future leaders, mentored and helped promote 5 new Crew Leaders
- Led and participated on Cross-Functional Teams (CFT) to address departmental, and plant wide issues
- Ensured direct reports were trained to standards, led to increased and maintained production levels
- Managed modification of tire assembly machines for production of run-flat tires (RFT)
- Managed and held team accountable for production, quality, and behavior
Crew Leader
Bridgestone Americas
3001 Firestone Parkeway, North Carolina
01.2007 - Current
- Led teams of 35+ in stock cutting and tire room to ensure production, quality, and safety
- Backup Section Leader, department went from worst to best under direction
- Graduated from Advanced Front-Line Leadership Training
- Backup Crew Manager, developmental position to gain exposure to various departments
- Ensured production needs by support groups, including Maintenance, Scheduling, and Engineering
- Backup supervisor/tire assembly technician/backup setup, produced tires to meet customer needs
- Collaborated with other departments to obtain components necessary to produce product
- Top department builder with several pins awarded for best in quality tires produced
- Tire bundle operator, operated bundle machine to bundle orders and trained new bundle machine operator
- Discussed daily work requirements with crew and assigned skills-based tasks to enable completion of work
- Trained employees in time management and proper ways to complete job duties
Assembly Line Technician
Caterpillar, Inc
Clayton, NC
07.2006 - 01.2007
- Assemble 15 backhoe type tractors
- Field test equipment to ensure reliability
- Delivered parts to assembly line for production needs
- Followed SOPs and safety regulations
- Inspected all work for quality and compliance with design standards
- Maintained good stock levels, counted parts and requested additional supplies
- Performed assembly of products according to specifications and instructions
- Kept work areas organized, tidy and clean for maximum productivity
Inventory Control Specialist
Raleigh Precision Molding
Kenly, NC
04.2006 - 07.2006
- Process work-in- progress (WIP) stock as raw materials
- Retrieve materials and filled orders to satisfy production needs
- Packed and shipped orders and served as Relief Person
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50 pounds
- Recorded information, shortages and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate
- Used forklifts and pallet jacks to relocate products
- Completed daily cycle counts and quarterly inventories and resolved variances to maintain data accuracy
- Audited and corrected discrepancies in inventory numbers.
Merchandise Selector
Pepsi Bottling Ventures
Garner, NC
09.2005 - 04.2006
- Picked orders for next day shipment
- Helped to coordinate team to pick orders and ensured orders were accurate
- Coordinated team and was responsible for applying policies and procedures
- Picked up, delivered and returned over 200 parcels daily
- Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked
- Operated warehouse equipment and reported instances of safety code violations to management to reduce risk of accidents
- Checked inventory and selected products from specific locations based upon availability
Warehouse Team Lead/Inventory Specialist
Fawn Industries, Inc
Middlesex, NC
06.1993 - 09.2005
- Load trucks, stocked finished and work-in-progress (WIP) products
- Performed inventory management (FIFO)
- Delivered unfinished product to designated departments for assembly
- Expedited finished goods to airport for shipment
- Monitored performance and safety practices of 10-person warehouse staff
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Recorded information, shortages and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
- Acted as liaison between company departments and warehouse teams.
- Adhered to industry best practices for warehousing, material handling and documentation.
Education
Master of Arts - Leadership
Ashford University (Forbes School of Business)
05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Ashford University
San Diego, CA07.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
Wilson Community College
Wilson, NC05.2016
Skills
- Policies and procedures
- Staff Management
- Strategic planning
- Business planning
- Business administration
- Improvement initiatives
- Schedule optimization
- Verbal and written communication
- Coaching and mentoring
- Project Management
- Operations management
- Key Performance Indicators
- Advanced problem solving
Timeline
Manufacturing Production Manager
Bridgestone Americas
11.2019 - Current
Manufacturing Production Manager
Bridgestone Americas
11.2016 - Current
Crew Leader
Bridgestone Americas
01.2007 - Current
Assembly Line Technician
Caterpillar, Inc
07.2006 - 01.2007
Inventory Control Specialist
Raleigh Precision Molding
04.2006 - 07.2006
Merchandise Selector
Pepsi Bottling Ventures
09.2005 - 04.2006
Warehouse Team Lead/Inventory Specialist
Fawn Industries, Inc
06.1993 - 09.2005
Master of Arts - Leadership
Ashford University (Forbes School of Business)
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Ashford University
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
Wilson Community College