Carson Laffin
Production Supervisor
Schofield,WI
Summary
Production supervisor and leader with six years of experience in a management role. Exceptional planning and problem-solving abilities toward enhancing business plans and day-to-day activities. Results-driven and resilient in developing teams while improving processes and increasing productivity. Bringing solid understanding of logistics, communication skills, talent for spotting areas in need of improvement and implementing changes with strategic approach. Always willing to learn and become better at any task given.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor 1450
Greenheck Fan Corporation
09.2024 - Current
- Supervised production teams to meet safety, quality, and schedule expectations.
- Implemented safer procedures and improved workflow
- Ran a value stream mapping pit stop to work on varies way to improve the BU
- Presented year over year data within the BU in QBR's
- Collected data for on-time shipping and net sales for the BU
- Monitored output, addressed bottlenecks, and adjusted staffing to maintain balance.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly against established benchmarks for ongoing personnel development.
- Communicated between departments, fostering a collaborative work environment for efficient problem solving.
- Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
- Collaborated with management and engineering teams to develop and implement innovative strategies for maximizing production efficiency without compromising quality standards.
Production Supervisor 1251
Greenheck Fan Corporation
09.2022 - Current
- Evaluated employee performance regularly against established benchmarks for ongoing personnel development.
- Communicated between departments, fostering a collaborative work environment for efficient problem solving.
- Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
- Collaborated with management and engineering teams to develop and implement innovative strategies for maximizing production efficiency without compromising quality standards.
- Contributed to continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities for process enhancements and recommending appropriate solutions for implementation.
- Consistently met or exceeded production targets while maintaining quality standards, resulting production goals being met.
- Implemented safety protocols and conducted regular audits, achieving a reduction in workplace accidents and incidents.
- Optimized workflow through effective resource allocation and scheduling adjustments.
Operations Manager
FedEx Ground
01.2020 - 08.2022
- Managed a team of 20-35 people
- Ran an operation that involved loading freight into trailers, unloading trailers, switching trailers on the dock, unloading vans, and more.
- Made sure metrics were being achieved and created plans to improve if they were not being met
- Created a positive and safe environment for workers
- Promoted safety of workers and reported injuries if necessary
Summer School Teacher
Stevens Point Area School District
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Planned engaging activities and field trips to bring material to life.
- Built positive relationships with students, parents and team members to achieve smooth and productive program experience.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
D.C. Everest Area School District
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Developed rules and set goals to maintain order in classroom.
- Worked with other teachers to create cross-curricular lessons
Night Loader
Lee Beverage Of Wisconsin
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Visually inspected all pallets for deliveries to verify quality and accuracy of shipments.
- Lifted and slid packages weighing up to 25 pounds on conveyor belts to transport items.
- Operated power jacks to maneuver products onto load trailers and trucks.
- Performed general support clean-up duties and maintained clean work area by using high-pressure water systems, backhoes and skid-steers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
University of Wisconsin Stevens Point
Stevens Point 01.2018 - 12.2021
Associates in Health Education - Health Education
University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point
Stevens Point, WI12.2021
Skills
Group leadership
Quality control
Continuous improvement
Training and mentoring
Production targets
Staff management
Schedule management
Timeline
Production Supervisor 1450
Greenheck Fan Corporation
09.2024 - Current
Production Supervisor 1251
Greenheck Fan Corporation
09.2022 - Current
Summer School Teacher
Stevens Point Area School District
06.2022 - 07.2022
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
D.C. Everest Area School District
03.2022 - 06.2022
Night Loader
Lee Beverage Of Wisconsin
06.2020 - 08.2020
Operations Manager
FedEx Ground
01.2020 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
University of Wisconsin Stevens Point
01.2018 - 12.2021
Associates in Health Education - Health Education
University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point