Christopher Owens
Georgetown
Summary
Dynamic production supervisor with a proven track record at FLEXTRONICS, driving a 50% increase in output through process optimization and effective team leadership. Expertise in quality control and employee training fosters a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring exceptional production metrics and operational excellence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
SMT Production supervisor
FLEXTRONICS
Austin
03.2025 - Current
- Led a team of 31 SMT operators, 4 Solder operators and 3 technicians, overseeing all aspects of the SMT assembly process from component placement to reflow soldering.
- Increased production output by 50% through process optimization, machine efficiency improvements, and effective team scheduling.
- Streamlined workforce utilization through cross-training team members, enhancing production line flexibility and efficiency.
- Reduced assembly defects by 28% through the implementation of rigorous quality control procedures, including in-line inspections, first-article checks, and root cause analysis.
- Managed and maintained SMT equipment, including pick-and-place machines, screen printers, and reflow ovens, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime.
- Collaborated with engineering and quality assurance to resolve technical issues and implement process improvements, contributing to overall production quality.
- Conducted performance reviews and provided ongoing training to team members, cultivating a culture of excellence and continuous learning.
Production supervisor
FLEXTRONICS
Austin
01.2024 - 03.2025
- Directed a team to enhance production of solar inverter DCD integration. Managed 42 associates to consistently improve daily output by 20%.
- Supervised daily production activities ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to standards.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to align production schedules and resources.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures for optimal performance.
Production supervisor
NIAGRA BOTTLING
Temple
02.2023 - 10.2023
- Drove production to maintain highest OEE of any shift at 85% and throughput of 83%.
- Oversaw direct report work assignments and schedules, ensuring adherence to production schedule for timely customer delivery with a focus on accuracy and quality.
- Managed and oversaw inventory control practices to ensure correct quantities are available, ensuring continual production and output.
- Developed team members through training and guidance, enhancing overall team productivity.
- Work directly with Quality Control to identify and prevent any potential quality issues.
Production supervisor
MEDWAY
Round Rock
03.2021 - 02.2023
- Oversee all aspects of production for multiple shifts. Adhering to prioritization and scheduling, while maintaining optimal utilization and efficiencies.
- Planning and executing any scheduling, materials, or mold changes while ensuring continuous production.
- Coordinated resources to ensure production met scheduling requirements efficiently.
- Maintained exceptional metrics with operator utilization at 15%, quality defects below 0.2%, and productivity 47% greater than any other shift.
- Facilitated production training and improved employee retention through targeted initiatives.
- Ensure all equipment and machinery is compliant with GMP.
Production Supervisor
ENVASES
Temecula
06.2019 - 02.2023
- Oversee daily production of all 3 shifts of blow molding, injection molding and extrusion molding. maintain highest level of productivity and product quality.
- Create daily and overnight production plans, ensuring efficient production.
- Implemented rework program, increasing revenue and decreasing waste by more than 5%.
- Coordinated with shipping department to achieve 25% increase in on-time order deliveries.
- Material forecasting- ensuring proper materials on-hand to maximize production and scheduling needs.
- Collaborated with operations manager, quality assurance department, and North American division president to enhance revenue and improve customer retention.
- Contributed significantly to improved annual audit- Increased score from 83 to 95.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA01-2015
Skills
- Pick-and-place machines
- SMT assembly
- Quality assurance expertise
- Quality control
- Process optimization
- Production planning
- Production scheduling
- Manufacturing operations
- Continuous improvement
- Lean manufacturing
- Six Sigma principles
- Root cause analysis
- Defect analysis techniques
- Reflow soldering
- Automated optical inspection
- Statistical process control
- Inventory management
- Inventory coordination
- Resource allocation
- Compliance oversight
- Equipment maintenance
- Performance evaluation
- Technical problem solving
- Technical training
- Employee training
- Cross-training implementation
- Production management
- Production metrics
- Workforce management strategies
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Team leadership
- IPC-A-610 standards
- ESD control measures
- Manufacturing software
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
- Manufacturing software
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
Professional Certifications And Trainings
- LEAN SIX SIGMA CERTIFICATE, UCR Extension, Green Belt in Progress
- Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HAACP)
- WMS – Batch master
- AS400 Inventory Control
- Safe Quality Food (SQF)
- Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
- Material Request Planning (MRP)
- SAP
- Microsoft Excel
- IQMS
- Oracle
- LMS
- Kronos
Timeline
SMT Production supervisor
FLEXTRONICS
03.2025 - Current
Production supervisor
FLEXTRONICS
01.2024 - 03.2025
Production supervisor
NIAGRA BOTTLING
02.2023 - 10.2023
Production supervisor
MEDWAY
03.2021 - 02.2023
Production Supervisor
ENVASES
06.2019 - 02.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Business
University of California, Riverside