Calvin Corn
Lexington,SC
Summary
Production management professional knowledgeable about allocating resources, optimizing production and increasing output with hands-on and dedicated approach. Articulate and professional problem-solver with good relationship-building abilities. Proficient in planning and implementing innovative production strategies.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Manager
SEFA Group (Spherix)
05.2018 - Current
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
- Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
- Partnered with leadership on recruiting, hiring and coaching production personnel.
- Reviewed maintenance and repair problems to determine appropriate action for resolution.
- Wrote and conducted formal performance reviews for production personnel.
- Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
- Member of the team that achieved ISO 9001 Certification.
- Traveled to and worked with Outside Tole Mixers to process chemically treated bulk material.
- Coordinated with other departments to align production with customer requirements.
- Training operators in material testing on Beckman Coulter LS 13 320 Laser Diffraction Particle Size Analyzer.
Operator
SEFA Group (Spherix)
03.2016 - 05.2018
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Set up machines to start production cycles and controlled machine settings.
- Performed quality assurance tasks to promote accuracy and minimize mistakes.
- Operated technical and mechanical equipment and adjusted machine settings according to work cycles.
- Performed quality checks to identify finish discrepancies.
- Assisted with equipment startups and machine installation tasks.
- Worked outside in all weather conditions.
Operator
SEFA Group
11.2011 - 03.2016
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Set up machines to start production cycles and controlled machine settings.
- Operated technical and mechanical equipment and adjusted machine settings according to work cycles.
- Performed quality checks to identify finish discrepancies.
- Worked outside in all weather conditions.
- Recognized upset conditions, determining cause, and took appropriate corrective action.
- Inspected machine parts with measuring tools.
Operator/Maintainer for Curing Department
Michelin Tire
08.2008 - 11.2011
- Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
- Operated technical and mechanical equipment and adjusted machine settings according to work cycles.
- Performed quality assurance tasks to promote accuracy and minimize mistakes.
- Set up machines to start production cycles and controlled machine settings.
- Assisted with equipment startups and machine installation tasks.
- Performed quality checks to identify finish discrepancies.
- Recognized upset conditions, determining cause, and took appropriate corrective action.
- Performed equipment tests, calibrations and repairs to keep machines running smoothly and prevent malfunctions.
Operator for Curing Department
Michelin Tire
06.2005 - 08.2008
- Set up machines to start production cycles and controlled machine settings.
- Performed quality assurance tasks to promote accuracy and minimize mistakes.
- Observed and maintained runtime of twenty eight presses.
- Conducted membrane changes on presses
- Breakdown and rebuilding of membrane assemblies for presses.
- Maintain operations documentation for shift production.
- Tire inspections post mold changes,
Construction Personnel
Carolina Renovations
06.2001 - 05.2005
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
- Worked with contractors and other tradespeople to meet project specifications and deadlines.
- Gathered waste and trash from job sites for placement in refuse containers to keep job sites clean and organized.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
- Observed safety regulations on job sites to minimize accidents.
- Followed blueprints and diagrams to complete projects according to specifications.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pelion High School
Pelion, SC06.2001
Skills
- Quality Control Standards
- OSHA Regulations
- Mechanical Specifications
- Infrastructure Management
- Knowledge of 5S Methodology
- Mapping Metrics Expertise
- Combustion Monitoring
- Operations Management
- Training Skills
- Logistics
- Timely Safety Audits
- Strong Leadership Abilities
Accomplishments
- Served as the chairman of the "Safety committee" within SEFA.
- Created and assisted in the creation of applications that have helped to increase efficiency during startups and other day to day procedures.
- Traveled to and assisted in the startup of SEFA Maryland STAR plant.
- Developed and automated multiple excel sheets used to assist operators with generating production documents.
- Member of "Waste Chasers" team, aiming to identify and eliminate/ reduce excessive waste in resources throughout SEFA group.
Certification
- Six Sigma Green Belt certification from University of South Carolina.
- A3 Problem Solving training from South Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership.
- Forklift operating/training certified within Michelin and SEFA.
- ISO 9001 Internal Auditor training certification from South Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership.
- Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED training.
Timeline
Production Manager
SEFA Group (Spherix)
05.2018 - Current
Operator
SEFA Group (Spherix)
03.2016 - 05.2018
Operator
SEFA Group
11.2011 - 03.2016
Operator/Maintainer for Curing Department
Michelin Tire
08.2008 - 11.2011
Operator for Curing Department
Michelin Tire
06.2005 - 08.2008
Construction Personnel
Carolina Renovations
06.2001 - 05.2005
High School Diploma -
Pelion High School
- Six Sigma Green Belt certification from University of South Carolina.
- A3 Problem Solving training from South Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership.
- Forklift operating/training certified within Michelin and SEFA.
- ISO 9001 Internal Auditor training certification from South Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership.
- Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED training.
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