Chris Hogan
LOUISVILLE
Summary
Professional manufacturing leader with strong track record in guiding assembly line teams to optimal performance. Adept at fostering team collaboration and maintaining high standards to meet production goals. Reliable and adaptable, excelling in process improvement, quality control, and workflow management. Known for effective communication, problem-solving skills, and commitment to achieving results.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assembly Line Team Leader
Ford Motor Company
Louisville, KY
08.2024 - Current
- I currently and have been running a team consisting of 19 workers including myself for the past year.
- I've been responsible for team leader projects for quality issues which I must speak on solutions and causes of defects.
- Led assembly line operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Trained new team members on equipment usage and production processes, enhancing team efficiency.
- Participated in multiple repair programs
- Worked directly with salary personnel to identify and correct defects outside of my assigned team leader project
- Learned multiple jobs across other lines to help with making production as well as startup when help is needed
- Learned as much as possible about the production systems and how I can allow my run team to run as efficient as possible
Production Supervisor
Ford Motor Company
Louisville, KY
02.2023 - 08.2024
- Supervised daily operations of up to 100 hourly operators to ensure production targets were met efficiently.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow and reduced downtime.
- Trained and mentored new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Monitored quality control processes to maintain high standards in production output.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve production issues swiftly.
- Analyzed production metrics to identify trends and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Led team meetings to communicate goals, expectations, and performance feedback effectively.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
Assembly Line Team Leader
Ford Motor Company
LOUISVILLE, Kentucky
05.2016 - 02.2023
- Been with Ford Motor Company for 6 and a half years starting at the age of 18
- I currently and have been running a team consisting of 19 workers including myself for the past 4 years.
- I've been responsible for team leader projects for quality issues which I must speak on solutions and causes of defects.
- Participated in multiple repair programs
- Worked directly with salary personnel to identify and correct defects outside of my assigned team leader project
- Learned multiple jobs across other lines to help with making production as well as startup when help is needed
- Learned as much as possible about the production systems and how I can allow my run team to run as efficient as possible
Package Handler
UPS
LOUISVILLE, Kentucky
06.2015 - 05.2016
- Moved around to assist wherever help was needed
- Was trusted to handle special assignment given by management
Education
High School Diploma -
Valley High School
LOUISVILLE, Kentucky06.2015
Skills
- Quality Assurance
- Time management
- Identifying and assessing current and potential issues
- Working as a team member or leader
- Pride in quality of work
- Work assignment dedication
- Minor and Major Repairs
- Issue Resolution
- Machine operation
- Standard operating procedures
- Team management
- Waste minimization
- Workflow coordination
Certification
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Timeline
Assembly Line Team Leader
Ford Motor Company
08.2024 - Current
Production Supervisor
Ford Motor Company
02.2023 - 08.2024
Assembly Line Team Leader
Ford Motor Company
05.2016 - 02.2023
Package Handler
UPS
06.2015 - 05.2016
High School Diploma -
Valley High School