Dan Noll
Hartford,WI
Summary
History of overseeing [Type] workers in high-volume production settings as successful [Job Title]. Offers solid focus on performance optimization. Safety-knowledgeable and adaptable to dynamic operational conditions.
Versatile Production Supervisor 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.
Performance-oriented manufacturing professional with demonstrated skills in enhancing workflows and resource utilization to achieve demanding [Industry] targets. Hardworking leader and analytical problem-solver with conscientious approach to tackling operations issues. Decisive leader and collaborative team-builder with good planning and multitasking abilities.
Decisive Production Supervisor exceptionally skilled at identifying measures to improve production methods and equipment performance. Consistently achieved inventory goals and maintained minimal downtime for production lines.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
Quad Graphics
03.2020 - 01.2023
- Coached, trained and mentored [Number] associates to maximize performance by [Number]% and meet productivity goals.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
- Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
- Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures and unavoidable delays.
- Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
- Reduced obstacles and variables to maintain production performance and meet deadlines.
- Utilized lean practices to balance workflow and alleviate redundancy.
Platform Mechanic
Quad Graphics
10.2014 - 03.2020
- Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns and maintaining supplies.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
- Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- Corrected unsafe conditions in work areas and immediately reported correctable conditions to supervisor.
- Examined new and replacement parts to uncover defects.
- Managed inventory through computerized inventory control system.
Saddle Stitch Platform Leader
Quad Graphics
05.1999 - 10.2014
- Verified parts and materials through audit inspections and independent checks.
- Provided outstanding coaching to team of [Number] employees, which boosted morale within department.
- Implemented continuous improvement strategies that streamlined operations and reduced waste across departments.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Trained employees on [Product or Service] and assigned duties.
- Oversaw day-to-day activities of [Number] employees in [Type] establishment, fostering inspiring atmosphere to optimize employee experiences.
Saddle Stitch Operator
Quad Graphics
05.1994 - 06.1999
- Used cutting and trimming machines to trim edges of books to appropriate size.
- Prepared finished books for shipping by wrapping or packing books and stacking boxes on pallets.
- Lubricated, cleaned and performed minor repairs to machine parts to keep machines in working condition.
- Inserted illustrated pages, extra sheets and collated sets into catalogs, periodicals, directories and other printed products.
- Checked all finished products to detect and correct uneven paper edges and dimensional errors.
- Trained new hires in quality and productivity standards to maximize team effectiveness.
- Executed bindery tasks in accordance with company policies, safety protocols and job instructions to maintain consistent, high-quality standards and promote positive business reputation.
- Examined bindery products for quality issues, such as imperfect bindings, loose pages or uncut threads, and corrected problems prior to customer delivery.
- Stitched and glued endpapers and bindings to secure final products.
- Maintained continuous bindery machine functionality by adjusting rounding forms and creasing rams to meet job specifications.
Bindery Technician
Quad Graphics
06.1992 - 05.1994
- Inserted illustrated pages, extra sheets and collated sets into catalogs, periodicals, directories and other printed products.
- Checked all finished products to detect and correct uneven paper edges and dimensional errors.
Farm Hand
Multhauf Family Farms
08.1987 - 06.1992
- Operated farm equipment such as tractors and trucks with extreme care and precision.
- Operated tractors and self-propelled machinery to plow and fertilize soil.
- Cleared away animal waste by hosing out operational areas.
- Removed rocks and prepared soil for planting.
- Used grease guns and oil cans to lubricate and adjust farm equipment.
Sunday Newspaper Station Captain
Journal Sentinal Communications
02.1988 - 05.1991
- Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
- Assembled [Type] products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
- Reviewed production schedules and streamlined processes.
Education
Associate of Science - Printing And Publishing
Moraine Park Technical College
Fond Du Lac, WI05-2005
High School Diploma -
Hartford Union High School
Hartford06-1991
Skills
- Continuous Improvement Projects
- Employee Counseling
- Expense Reduction
- Customer Satisfaction
- Equipment Modification
- Equipment Efficiency
- Production Standards
- 5S Principles
- Coordinating Daily Operations
- Lean Six Sigma
- Daily Timekeeping
- Operational Efficiency
- Assembly and Production
- Duty Assignments
- Manufacturing Procedures
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Quality Production
- Labor Disputes
- Team Meetings
- Staffing Strategy
- Personnel Scheduling
- Best Practices and Methodologies
- Team Member Motivation
- Safety Policies and Procedures
- Shift Checklists
- Productivity Management
- Crew Monitoring
Timeline
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
Quad Graphics
03.2020 - 01.2023
Platform Mechanic
Quad Graphics
10.2014 - 03.2020
Saddle Stitch Platform Leader
Quad Graphics
05.1999 - 10.2014
Saddle Stitch Operator
Quad Graphics
05.1994 - 06.1999
Bindery Technician
Quad Graphics
06.1992 - 05.1994
Sunday Newspaper Station Captain
Journal Sentinal Communications
02.1988 - 05.1991
Farm Hand
Multhauf Family Farms
08.1987 - 06.1992
Associate of Science - Printing And Publishing
Moraine Park Technical College
High School Diploma -
Hartford Union High School