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BRIAN STEVENS

Lachine,MI

Summary

Highly skilled Manufacturing Supervisor with 8 years of experience supervising, scheduling and directing employees. Demonstrated success in improving production throughput and quality, with a focused and methodical approach. Well-versed in contributing to major plant changes, including equipment upgrades and process changes. Diplomatic and motivational leader.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manufacturing Supervisor

Decorative Panels International
05.2016 - Current
  • Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
  • Interpreted work order information and specifications to plan, schedule and complete jobs precisely.
  • Participated in departmental meetings to share insights from the manufacturing floor, contributing valuable input towards decision making.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Identified problems and implemented effective solutions.
  • Evaluated new technologies for potential adoption in the manufacturing process to increase efficiency or reduce costs.

Bauer Cooker Operator

Decorative Panels International
04.2013 - 05.2016
  • Set up and operate production equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures
  • Set up and verify the functionality of safety equipment
  • Troubleshoot problems with equipment, devices, or products
  • Start up and shut down processing equipment.

Assistant Manager

Jimmy Johns
03.2011 - 04.2013
  • Train workers in food preparation, and in service, sanitation, and safety procedures
  • Compile and balance cash receipts at the end of the day or shift
  • Assign duties, responsibilities, and work stations to employees in accordance with work requirements.

Parts Counter

D's Honda Sales
04.2008 - 03.2011
  • Read catalogs, microfiche viewers, or computer displays in order to determine replacement part stock numbers and prices
  • Determine replacement parts required, according to inspections of old parts, customer requests, or customers' descriptions of malfunctions
  • Take inventory of stock.

Installation Manager

Premium Sound
01.2001 - 04.2008
  • Monitored daily progress and work quality to provide guidance and direction to mechanics and installers.
  • Exceeded performance targets consistently by effectively managing resources and scheduling tasks efficiently.
  • Utilized problem-solving skills proactively when faced with unforeseen challenges during installations.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.

Education

Certificate - Automotive

Alpena Community College
Alpena, MI

High School Diploma - General

Alpena High School
Alpena, MI

Skills

  • Quality Assurance
  • Computer Skills
  • Production Coordination
  • Process Improvement
  • Lean manufacturing principles
  • Material Handling
  • Technical knowledge
  • Staff Supervision
  • Staff Development
  • Equipment Operation

Certification

  • CPR and First aid certified
  • OSHA 10 safety certified for general industry
  • Lift truck operator licensed

Timeline

Manufacturing Supervisor

Decorative Panels International
05.2016 - Current

Bauer Cooker Operator

Decorative Panels International
04.2013 - 05.2016

Assistant Manager

Jimmy Johns
03.2011 - 04.2013

Parts Counter

D's Honda Sales
04.2008 - 03.2011

Installation Manager

Premium Sound
01.2001 - 04.2008

Certificate - Automotive

Alpena Community College

High School Diploma - General

Alpena High School
BRIAN STEVENS