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Bruce T. Stoddard

Taylors,SC

Summary

Hardworking Production Associate offering 10+ years supporting manufacturing needs. Successful working long hours in challenging, fast paced environments. Excellent history of working well with other team members and pitching in to help achieve team goals.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Associate GO5

BMW Manufacturing Group
01.2022 - Current


  • Maintained a flexible approach to work assignments, willingly cross-training in other areas to support changing production needs.
  • Inspect parts for quality assurance purposes before loading parts into process doors.
  • Trained with BMW ESA's to learn the Robot Tech position.


Logistics

MAU Workforce Solutions At BMW
01.2017 - 01.2022
  • Checked quality of parts before line-side delivery
  • Have parts ready for the line so line does not shut down


Knitting Manager

DesleeClama North America, Inc.
05.2013 - 12.2016
  • Mentored and trained new employees on company policy and procedures.
  • Offered constructive feedback to team members, boosting overall job performance.
  • Resolved conflicts between team members promptly using sound judgement based on company policy.
  • Conducted regular staff meetings to foster effective communication and performance.
  • Successfully completed complex projects on time while maintaining high quality standards, showcasing strong project management abilities.
  • Recruited qualified personnel by conducting interviews and evaluating resumes effectively.
  • Utilize data analysis tools such as Excel spreadsheets to identify areas requiring improvement.
  • Created weekly schedules for 30+ employees based on predicted staffing needs, budgets and employee requests.
  • Developed training modules and documentation to train staff.

Maintenance Technician

DesleeClama North America, Inc.
01.2012 - 05.2013
  • Repaired machinery using varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Checked knitting machines for quality and defects during production.
  • Identify and repair defects with minimum down time.
  • Maintained a safe working environment using personal protective equipment.
  • Assisted supervisors with preventative maintenance and special projects.

Knitter Trainer

DesleeClama North America, Inc.
02.2011 - 01.2012
  • Trained new hires on identifying and repairing defects.
  • Reduced production errors by consistently double-checking measurements and stitch counts.
  • Assisted in training new knitters, sharing knowledge and expertise to improve overall team productivity.

Education

Computer Networking

ITT Technical Institute - Greenville Campus
Greenville, SC
01.2009

Skills

  • Efficient multitasking
  • Cross-training abilities
  • Computer Skills (Word,Excel,PowerPoint)
  • Equipment Operation
  • Assembly and production
  • Quality Inspection
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Punctual and Dependable
  • Hand-tool proficiency

Accomplishments

  • PPA
  • Multiple Cycle Time Achievements
  • Level 4 PPR


References

Harold McAlister

Section Leader GO5

(864) 363-0741


Bill Slacas 

Section Leader GO5

(864) 498-9320


Tim Eaton

Friend

(864) 326-7377


Timeline

Production Associate GO5

BMW Manufacturing Group
01.2022 - Current

Logistics

MAU Workforce Solutions At BMW
01.2017 - 01.2022

Knitting Manager

DesleeClama North America, Inc.
05.2013 - 12.2016

Maintenance Technician

DesleeClama North America, Inc.
01.2012 - 05.2013

Knitter Trainer

DesleeClama North America, Inc.
02.2011 - 01.2012

Computer Networking

ITT Technical Institute - Greenville Campus

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