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Overview
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Education
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Christopher DeWitt

Jeffersonville,IN

Summary

Versatile Production Manager knowledgeable about equipment operation, quality standards and safety hazards. Versed in documentation, compliance, and scheduling. Streamlines workflow to maintain productivity and proactively addresses challenges to minimize downtime. Inclusive leader focused on diversity and team development.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Process Coach

Ford Motor Company
Louisville, KY
07.2023 - Current
  • Oversaw daily manpower logistics for cross-functional teams of 450+ employees in a high-demand environment.
  • Mentored new team members in the use of established processes and procedures.
  • Monitored performance metrics to identify areas for improvement.
  • Developed and implemented process improvement initiatives to reduce costs and improve efficiency.

Process Coach

Ford Motor Company
Louisville, KY
03.2022 - 07.2023

• Managed a team of 60-100 people and cultivated productive relationships with a unionized workforce while mastering all zone in Frame dept.

• Collaborated with Team Leaders and UAW representation to change work operations to improve ergonomic standards and increase operator success.

• Utilize OIS/JSA standards to keep the team efficient and safe while working.

• Completed Six Sigma Green Belt Training and subsequent cost saving projects for the company.

Team Leader

Ford Motor Company
Louisville, KY
02.2016 - 03.2022
  • Start up/ Close out confirmations
  • Order proper PPE and tools as needed
  • Monitored daily workflow to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
  • Understand and implement FPS

Shipping Manager

Sonic Electronix
Louisville, KY
06.2010 - 02.2016
  • Utilized problem solving skills to resolve any issues encountered during the shipping process quickly and efficiently.
  • Negotiated rates with carriers to reduce costs while maintaining service quality standards.
  • Coordinated with suppliers to ensure that orders were filled correctly and delivered on time.
  • Established procedures for receiving, inspecting, storing, packaging, labeling, documenting, tracking and delivering goods.

Education

High School Diploma -

Butler Traditional High School
Louisville, KY
06-2009

Skills

  • Workflow Analysis
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Manufacturing
  • Staff Management
  • Communication
  • Time Data Management
  • Team Work

Certification

  • Six Sigma Green Belt

Accomplishments

  • Top Achiever

Timeline

Lead Process Coach

Ford Motor Company
07.2023 - Current

Process Coach

Ford Motor Company
03.2022 - 07.2023

Team Leader

Ford Motor Company
02.2016 - 03.2022

Shipping Manager

Sonic Electronix
06.2010 - 02.2016

High School Diploma -

Butler Traditional High School