Brandon Neal
Middletown,CT
Summary
Detail-oriented Manufacturing Manager with 10 years of supervisory experience. Dedicated to leading by example and providing comprehensive team leadership. Well-versed in streamlining processes and cutting costs without sacrificing quality. Seeking Management opportunity to utilize my skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
Durham Manufacturing
Durham, Connecticut
07.2025 - 03.2026
- Directed daily production operations to ensure efficient and cost-effective workflow.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce waste.
- Monitored quality control standards to guarantee products met customer requirements.
- Trained new employees on machinery operation and safety procedures.
- Collaborated with maintenance teams to schedule timely equipment repairs and upgrades.
- Led team meetings to discuss production goals and address operational concerns.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly to identify areas for improvement.
- Enforced company policies and regulations among production staff.
- Performed minor equipment repairs to keep jobs on task and notified maintenance department of major machinery failures.
- Lead and implemented 7S initiatives in department, as well as performing 7S audits on a weekly basis.
- Processed weekly timecards for all direct reports including time off requests.
Manufacturing Manager
Buckles International
Meriden, CT
11.2009 - 04.2025
- Oversee all day to day operations including the shipping and receiving of product, production scheduling, operation and maintenance of machines, and the creation of purchase and production orders.
- Enhanced vendor and customer satisfaction by resolving issues efficiently.
- Developed systems for inventory management and supplier records.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and company standards.
- Adhered to applicable regulations, policies and procedures for safety and environmental compliance.
- Developed production tracking and quality control systems
- Reduced expenses by aligning resources to minimize impact on production or cost.
- Oversaw design, procurement and construction for all new production equipment from a reliability perspective and provide input for start-up and operation of mechanical systems.
- Follow all procedures, and necessary record keeping for an ISO9001 shop.
Press Operator
Associated Spring
Bristol, CT
03.2010 - 01.2014
- Responsible for the setting up and operating of Minster power presses.
- Verification of parts to print using various gauges, data entry and analysis.
- Maintenance and lubrication of all machines
- Following all processes and procedures involved with the United Auto Workers Union, and ISO9001 policies.
Hardwood Floor Specialist
Allstar Athletic Floor
Middletown, CT
06.2003 - 11.2009
- Completed hardwood flooring projects according to standards from start to finish with minimal oversight.
- Operated power sanding and edging equipment, buffers and vacuums and hand scraped according to job requirements.
- Demonstrated basic carpentry skills and advanced knowledge of floor refinishing.
- Repaired damaged hardwood floors and subfloors before finishing and applied stain and sealer after sanding and cleanup.
Press/Weld Lead Setup
Durham Manufacturing
Durham, CT
06.1998 - 06.2003
- Responsible for the setup of various press and welding machines.
- Troubleshoot and adjust machines as needed.
- Maintain and lubricate machines per their maintenance schedules
- Material Handling as needed.
Education
Computer Science
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CTSkills
- Production Oversight
- Process Planning
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Production Problem Resolution
- Inventory Control Programs
- Time Management
- Production Schedule Review
- Strategic Thinker
- Proficient computer skills for documentation and reporting purposes
- ISO standards
Certification
Completed 8 week Supervisor Bootcamp Program
Timeline
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
Durham Manufacturing
07.2025 - 03.2026
Press Operator
Associated Spring
03.2010 - 01.2014
Manufacturing Manager
Buckles International
11.2009 - 04.2025
Hardwood Floor Specialist
Allstar Athletic Floor
06.2003 - 11.2009
Press/Weld Lead Setup
Durham Manufacturing
06.1998 - 06.2003
Computer Science
Central Connecticut State University