Carter Piekarski
Barberton,OH
Summary
I am a seasoned Production Manager, successful at achieving production goals on a consistent basis. Highly organized, forward-thinking and creative in handling normal and challenging production problems. I am known for great leadership and highly known for generating a positive morale in the workplace. I strive to create a workplace where everyone is valued and respected through all positions. My attention to detail is high, and I am extremely dependable.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Production Manager
National Design Mart
Medina , OH
03.2022 - Current
- Implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability of the shop.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to communicate goals, and solicit feedback.
- Monitored staff performance and provided feedback and guidance as necessary.
- Facilitated prompt resolution of customer problems and complaints.
- Oversaw daily shop operations, ensuring efficient workflow, and customer satisfaction.
- Guided team to consistently achieve daily, weekly and monthly production goals.
- Managed materials to meet production goals and specific customer demands.
- Developed and implemented production schedules to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
- Coordinated with supply chain to maintain adequate inventory levels and materials flow.
- Supervised team members to ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Managed daily production schedules to optimize workflow and resource allocation.
- Trained staff on operational procedures and equipment handling for efficiency.
- Conducted routine inspections on machinery and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Production Manager
Granite Works
Westlake, Ohio
09.2025 - 10.2025
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Managed daily production schedules to optimize workflow and resource allocation.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance production effectiveness and minimize waste.
- Trained staff on operational procedures and equipment handling for efficiency.
- Collaborated with quality assurance to resolve product issues and ensure standards met.
Crew Leader
Lamphear's Lawn Service
Medina , OH
02.2018 - 03.2022
- Coordinated with other departments regarding scheduling conflicts between crews.
- Conducted regular reviews of work orders to confirm completeness of project requirements.
- Measured, marked or recorded openings or distances to construction layout areas.
- Assisted in resolving customer complaints or issues quickly and efficiently.
- Lubricated, cleaned or repaired machinery or equipment.
- Established and maintained professional working relationships with employees.
- Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
- Conducted routine inspections on machinery and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Education
Bachelor in Financial Management - Finance
University of Akron
Akron, OH12-2024
Skills
- Financial analysis
- Microsoft Excel
- Data analysis
- Customer service
- Employee training
- Team building
- Project management
- Multitasking
- Financial oversight
- Scheduling
- Quality assurance
- Customer service management
- Staff hiring
- Staff training/development
- Staff scheduling
- Inventory management
- Hiring and onboarding
- Verbal and written communication
- Operations management
- Teamwork
- Staff recruitment
- Employee reviews
- Performance evaluations
- Time management
- Communication
- Budgeting and finance
- Quality control
- Production scheduling
- Employee scheduling
- Vendor engagement
Certification
• Zoller Certified
Timeline
Production Manager
Granite Works
09.2025 - 10.2025
Production Manager
National Design Mart
03.2022 - Current
Crew Leader
Lamphear's Lawn Service
02.2018 - 03.2022
Bachelor in Financial Management - Finance
University of Akron