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Brad Smith

Albion,IN

Summary

Kaizen events.

Developing team members.

Developing high performance teams.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Supervisor/Value Steam Team Leader

Parker Hannifan
07.2024 - Current
  • Mentored new supervisors, fostering leadership skills and professional growth.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
  • Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
  • Conducted thorough employee evaluations to identify areas for growth and development, leading to more skilled workforce.
  • Reduced conflict incidents significantly, fostering cohesive team environment through effective conflict resolution strategies.
  • Maintained high safety standards to ensure secure workplace for all employees and visitors.
  • Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.

Supervisor

Lakeside Book Company
02.2022 - 07.2024
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
  • Led team meetings to enhance communication and address workflow challenges.
  • Developed training programs to improve staff performance and service delivery.
  • Implemented quality assurance protocols to maintain high standards of care and support.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
  • Demonstrated commitment to the organization''s core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
  • Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
  • Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.

Production Supervisor

Tenneco, Inc
01.2006 - 02.2022
  • Company Overview: Manufacturer of automotive emissions controls and ride-control products and systems for Ford
  • Coordinates manufacturing related activities of an 8-cell production operation with 40-45 assemblers and 5 material handlers, including 2 finish line cells with direct shipment to Ford.
  • Interacts with human resources, quality, engineering and maintenance personnel.
  • Conducts training and cross-training, performance reviews and disciplinary actions.
  • Interviews and recommends employees for job bids.
  • Maintains a safe and clean work environment and compliancy with plant policies and procedures including requirements for QS9000 and ISO 14001.
  • Drives lean manufacturing methodologies with continuous improvement initiatives such as Six Sigma, JIT, 5S, and Kaizen events.
  • Justifies machine tools and process technology to improve quality, cost and efficiency as part of cell-based manufacturing.
  • Manages and monitors the relationship of downtime, changeovers, and process improvements as it directly relates to quality, efficiency and scrap.
  • Schedules production for all 3 shifts for assigned production cells, maintaining inventory control as related to cell operation utilizing Word, Excel, and SAP.
  • Anticipates issues and communicates upwards to determine corrective action, reduce bottlenecks, and increase efficiency.

Sign Maker

Affordable Signs Company
01.2006 - 01.2008
  • Designed and created signs and vehicle vinyl graphics for trucks, police and fire departments vehicles, and business signs.
  • Operated a graphic design computer and plotter.

Supervisor - Brake Line and Stamping Departments

Dexter Axle Company
01.2004 - 01.2006
  • Company Overview: Leading manufacturer of trailer axles and trailer brakes
  • Supervisor - Brake Line and Stamping Departments (2nd and 3rd shifts)
  • Supervised 60 production workers and assemblers of electric and hydraulic brakes and 10 employees in stamping department.
  • Entered production records using Excel to maintain parts list distribution.
  • Scheduled monthly production requirements.
  • Provided leadership and direction to employees.

Employment Services Coordinator

ARC of Noble County / Foundations, Inc
01.1998 - 01.2004
  • Company Overview: Directed the agency's employment services program in coordination with the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation and the Bureau of Developmental Disabilities Services.
  • Created job opportunities for participants and developed individualized employment plans for enrolled participants based on assessed level of ability and readiness for work.
  • Cultivated and maintained relationships with prospective employers, including outreach and attendance to employment fairs and connections with local businesses.
  • Coordinated recruitment with employers to ensure clients access to available services.
  • Established and maintained complete and accurate records of client participation and progress towards goals and objectives with the various agencies.
  • Supervised job coaches and oversaw job sites and employment for participants.

Supervisor

ARC of Noble County / Foundations, Inc
01.1992 - 01.2004
  • Company Overview: Provider of services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities with pre-vocational services, community habilitation, and community employment services
  • Assisted participant in performing work functions in a way that fostered independence.
  • Performed task analysis of each task as needed and provided guidance to participant.
  • Instructed participant in complying with safety regulations, rules, and procedures.
  • Modified work area as much as allowable in order to meet participant's needs.
  • Instructed job site personnel to prepare for eventual transfer of supervision.
  • Evaluated and reported on participant's independent job performance.

Sheltered Workshop Supervisor

ARC of Noble County / Foundations, Inc
01.1993 - 01.1996
  • Supervised and coordinated activities of participants in sheltered workshop to train and improve vocational skills for gainful employment through productive work.
  • Monitored work performance at each participant's workstation with regard to functioning level, compatibility, areas of interest and skill, and behavior deviations.
  • Assigned individual to specific tasks, such as cleaning, sorting, assembling, repairing, or hand packing products or components.
  • Examined work piece visually to verify adherence to specifications, and to determine need for additional instruction or reassignment to simpler tasks.
  • Cooperated with the interdisciplinary team in developing individual program plans and in planning and implementing programs to maximize participants overall progress.
  • Submitted quarterly progress reports.

Education

GED - undefined

Skills

  • Assembly
  • Lean manufacturing
  • Supervising experience
  • 5S
  • SAP

Timeline

Supervisor/Value Steam Team Leader

Parker Hannifan
07.2024 - Current

Supervisor

Lakeside Book Company
02.2022 - 07.2024

Production Supervisor

Tenneco, Inc
01.2006 - 02.2022

Sign Maker

Affordable Signs Company
01.2006 - 01.2008

Supervisor - Brake Line and Stamping Departments

Dexter Axle Company
01.2004 - 01.2006

Employment Services Coordinator

ARC of Noble County / Foundations, Inc
01.1998 - 01.2004

Sheltered Workshop Supervisor

ARC of Noble County / Foundations, Inc
01.1993 - 01.1996

Supervisor

ARC of Noble County / Foundations, Inc
01.1992 - 01.2004

GED - undefined

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