Cody Hodson
Janesville,IA
Summary
Collaborator | Result Oriented | Data-Driven | Analytical | Motivator
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Handling Supervisor, Engine Works
DEERE & COMPANY
01.2024 - Current
- Supervise 50 employees in Material Flow operations, enhancing cross-functional communication for production needs.
- Implemented Tote Replenishment Perfect Pick, optimizing workflow.
- Developed Scan scheduling and maximize manpower utilization with reducing 50% of manpower.
- Streamlined processes resulting in a 15% time savings on replenishment tasks.
- Increased delivery efficiency of 180%
- Contributed to implementation for AMR at Engine Works - Hivemind
- Developed training documents for execution of Hivemind
- Collaborated with cross functional groups to communicate root causes and implement corrective actions
- Led warehouse relocation to improve efficiency and storage space.
- Enhanced layout to increasing productivity
- Successfully completed the relocation with minimum production downtime while production was running
- Improved inventory accuracy rates by 20% through regular audits
- Led employee engagement and coordination of cross functional communication
- Coordinated by weekly meetings for collaboration between production supervisors to better support production needs.
- Provide direction for CI process improvements along with creating a safe and positive work environment for wage employee.
- Lead wage employees for all CI, safety, communication, training, and discipline for daily production needs
Material Replenishment Specialist, Engine Works
DEERE & COMPANY
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Developed and executed material replenishment strategies, improving part availability and supporting continuous improvement.
- Implemented a Kanban replenishment system, resulting in a 375% reduction in MAPOU.
- Analyzed and maintained over four-thousand-part numbers for optimal stock levels
- Trained team members on the new system, ensuring full adoption and understanding
- Managed Material Location Change Requests, increasing visibility and efficiency in material handling.
- Created a standardized process for tracking changes, reducing confusion and errors
- Collaborated with IT to integrate changes into SAP for real-time updates
- Trained warehouse staff on SAP, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Developed training materials and conducted workshops, resulting in a 40% decrease in training time for new hires
- Established ongoing support for staff, leading to improved user satisfaction with the system
Material Coordinator, Engine Works
DEERE & COMPANY
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Coordinated material management to ensure production readiness.
- Winner of the John Deere Engine Works Hackathon for Smart Replenishment innovation.
- Presented the concept to senior management, securing funding for implementation
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to refine the idea, enhancing its feasibility
- Implemented Flash Card Review, reducing non-value-added time by 4 hours per occurrence.
- Developed a structured review process that engaged team members in identifying inefficiencies
- Tracked performance metrics to demonstrate the impact of changes
- Developed training materials for new coordinators, fostering team integration.
- Created a comprehensive onboarding program that improved retention rates among new hires
- Conducted regular feedback sessions to continuously improve training content
Inventory Analyst, Tractor Cab Assembly Operations
DEERE & COMPANY
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Utilized data analytics to prevent production disruptions and enhance inventory management.
- Established Material Flow QIT meetings, improving processes for 2,000 parts.
- Facilitated discussions that led to actionable insights and process adjustments
- Implemented follow-up measures to ensure accountability for identified improvements
- Created and managed a mis tagged SharePoint Database, streamlining communication across teams.
- Enhanced data accuracy, reducing miscommunication between departments by 50%
- Provided training on database use, ensuring all relevant staff could contribute to accuracy
- Led initiatives to reduce picking errors by 1,000 within six months through process optimization.
- Analyzed picking patterns and identified areas for improvement in workflow
- Collaborated with IT to automate reporting and error tracking, improving oversight
Store Manager
Music Station
01.2016 - 01.2017
Project Manager
Moeller & Walter
01.2014 - 01.2016
Material Handling Supervisor
Tractor Cab Assembly Operations
01.2011 - 01.2014
Education
MBA - Business Management
University of Upper Iowa
Fayette, IA01.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
University of Upper Iowa
Fayette, IA01.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Architectural & Construction Technology
Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, IA01.2008
Skills
- Data Mining
- Delivery Process Optimization
- Conflict Resolution
- Tactical Leadership
- Root Cause Analysis
- Inventory Management
Affiliations
- On-The-Spot Recognition (2021-Present)
- Formal Recognition Contributor (2023-Present)
- Lead of Recognition Material Flow (2022-2025)
- Fun Committee Member (2022-2025)
Timeline
Material Handling Supervisor, Engine Works
DEERE & COMPANY
01.2024 - Current
Material Replenishment Specialist, Engine Works
DEERE & COMPANY
01.2022 - 01.2024
Material Coordinator, Engine Works
DEERE & COMPANY
01.2021 - 01.2022
Inventory Analyst, Tractor Cab Assembly Operations
DEERE & COMPANY
01.2017 - 01.2021
Store Manager
Music Station
01.2016 - 01.2017
Project Manager
Moeller & Walter
01.2014 - 01.2016
Material Handling Supervisor
Tractor Cab Assembly Operations
01.2011 - 01.2014
MBA - Business Management
University of Upper Iowa
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
University of Upper Iowa
Associate of Applied Science - Architectural & Construction Technology
Hawkeye Community College
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