Chris Bain
Christiana,Tennessee
Summary
Driven Production Supervisor with a track record of enhancing operational efficiency at Gibson Guitar (Mill room) through continuous improvement and lean manufacturing methods. Skilled in CNC operations, raw lumber milling practices, and kiln drying, while fostering a culture of safety. I excel in schedule management, team training, and the building for a strong positive culture in the work place. Daily I excel in meeting on-time shipment goals while fulfilling quality expectations. Demonstrates expertise in team management ensuring optimal production outcomes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Supervisor
Gibson Guitar
09.2008 - Current
- Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment performance, reviewing materials supplies, and organizing manpower for inspectors, machine setters, and saw operators
- Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
- Achieved on-time shipments goal by empowering employees to continued success.
- Conduct employee training in equipment operations or work and safety procedures, or assign employee training to experienced workers
- Interpret specifications, blueprints, job orders, and company policies and procedures for workers
- Insuring all team leaders are following standard work and engaging their teams on a daily basis
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
- Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement through weekly standard operating procedure audits (SOP)
- Conducted performance reviews annually, offering praise and recommendations for improvement.
- Located and resolved problems using the Practical Problem Solving methods and 5-Whys with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
- Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
- Oversaw inventory and product stock to develop and maintain inventory controls resulting in cost savings and reduced overages.
- Report daily key performance indicators (KPI) for separate areas. KPI's to correspond with the production systems requirements
- Hold and participate in daily KPI startup meetings with staff
- Inspect materials, products, or equipment to detect defects or malfunctions
- Read and analyze charts, work orders, production schedules, and other records and reports to determine production requirements and to evaluate current production estimates and outputs
CNC Operator/Line Leader
TRW Automtive
03.2004 - 08.2008
- Adhered to high level of safety by following company rules and regulations to prevent injuries.
- Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
- Moved finished work to correct staging area for disposition.
- Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
Education
Nationally Certified Lumber Grader/Inspector -
National Hardwoods Lumber Association (NHLA)
Memphis, TN10.2018
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Volunteer State Community College
Gallatin, TN04.2017
Associate of Science - Logistics And Materials Management
Volunteer State Community College
Gallatin, TN04.2017
Skills
- Receiving and management of all incoming lumber and supplies, FIFO
- Schedule Management
- Fork lift experience
- Continuous Improvement
- Equipment monitoring
- Kiln drying schedule management
- CNC operations
- Lean manufacturing methods
Certification
CPR and First Aid certification, May 2024
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Gibson Guitar
09.2008 - Current
CNC Operator/Line Leader
TRW Automtive
03.2004 - 08.2008
Nationally Certified Lumber Grader/Inspector -
National Hardwoods Lumber Association (NHLA)
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Volunteer State Community College
Associate of Science - Logistics And Materials Management
Volunteer State Community College
CPR and First Aid certification, May 2024
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