Dan Steele
Wisconsin Rapids,WI
Summary
Results-driven Production Manager with expertise in operations management, production scheduling, and cost control. Proven ability to optimize workflows and drive efficiency in high-volume environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Manager
UniFirst
Wisconsin Rapids, WI
04.2022 - 03.2026
- Led daily operations of a high-volume production facility with ~50 employees across multiple departments
- Improved wash aisle turnaround time from ~20 minutes to ~15 minutes through staffing adjustments and workflow improvements
- Implemented major operational changes including ICL removal, RORO system rollout, and garment flow optimization
- Reduced overtime and controlled labor costs while maintaining production targets
- Coordinated with maintenance and engineering teams to improve equipment performance and minimize downtime
- Developed supervisors and improved accountability across leadership team
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and conducted regular safety meetings
Assistant Production Manager
UniFirst
Wisconsin Rapids, WI
04.2021 - 04.2022
- Planned production schedules and coordinated workflow to meet daily and weekly targets
- Managed employee attendance, performance, and training programs
- Resolved employee issues and improved team communication across departments
- Oversaw production expenses and purchasing decisions
- Led safety initiatives and enforced workplace safety standards
- Implemented improvements in production methods, quality, and efficiency
Production Supervisor
UniFirst
Wisconsin Rapids, WI
12.2019 - 04.2021
- Oversaw daily production operations, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Trained and mentored new team members on equipment usage and operational procedures.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Monitored production metrics, identifying areas for performance enhancement and reporting results to management.
Logistical Operator
Warehouse Specialists Inc
Wisconsin Rapids, WI
04.2018 - 12.2019
- Coordinated outgoing shipments and ensured on-time delivery to customers
- Worked with brokers and rail companies to manage transportation logistics
- Operated heavy equipment including 6-ton clamp lifts
- Loaded/unloaded freight and managed warehouse flow
- Managed inventory levels using warehouse management systems to ensure stock accuracy.
Teamster
RoadSafe Traffic Systems
Melrose Park, IL
05.2016 - 04.2018
- Operated heavy equipment on highways and construction sites
- Maintained strict safety standards in high-risk environments
- Led small teams on statewide projects
System Engineer
Intelligent Decision Systems Inc
Ft. Leavenworth, KS
11.2015 - 05.2016
- Designed and implemented scalable system architectures to enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate advanced technologies into existing systems.
- Conducted system performance analysis, identifying areas for optimization and improvement.
- Developed and maintained detailed technical documentation for system configurations and processes.
- Led military simulation training programs for hundreds of users
- Built and configured database systems for training environments
Information Technology Specialist
Missouri National Guard
Ft. Leavenworth, KS
03.2010 - 03.2016
- Coordinated IT support for personnel, ensuring seamless operational readiness and effective communication.
- Developed and implemented security protocols to safeguard sensitive information within the organization.
- Managed system upgrades and installations, enhancing overall network performance and reliability.
- Trained junior staff on technical procedures, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing.
- Provided IT support for 300+ users across multiple missions
- Managed networks, systems troubleshooting, and communications equipment
- Installed and configured cabling, VOIP systems, and military communication platforms
Assistant System Engineer
Allied Training Solutions
Ft. Leavenworth, KS
05.2015 - 11.2015
- Developed and implemented software solutions to enhance system performance and reliability.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify requirements and design effective technical solutions.
- Streamlined project workflows, improving efficiency of system deployment processes.
- Conducted system testing and troubleshooting, ensuring optimal functionality and user satisfaction.
- Assisted in training and technical implementation of military systems
Education
Information Technology
US Army Signal Corps
Ft. Gordon, GA05-2012
High School Diploma -
Raymore-Peculiar High School
Raymore, MO12-2010
Skills
- Production planning
- Operations management
- Staff management
- Production scheduling
- Team development
- Safety management
- Staff scheduling
- Project management
- Strategic planning
- Cost control
- Quality assurance controls
- KPI tracking
- Inventory coordination
- Data-driven
- Metrics management
- Purchasing
- ISO standards
Accomplishments
- Eliminated 1.5 Million of temp work spend in my 1st year as a production manager.
- Achieved a bronze safety award.(UniFirst)
- Production honor roll top 20 consistently.(UniFirst)
- Army Achievement Metal holder as well as numerous other meritorious awards.
- Leadership Accelerator Program (UniFirst)
Certification
- Internal ISO auditor.
- Internal TRSA auditor.
Languages
English
Timeline
Production Manager
UniFirst
04.2022 - 03.2026
Assistant Production Manager
UniFirst
04.2021 - 04.2022
Production Supervisor
UniFirst
12.2019 - 04.2021
Logistical Operator
Warehouse Specialists Inc
04.2018 - 12.2019
Teamster
RoadSafe Traffic Systems
05.2016 - 04.2018
System Engineer
Intelligent Decision Systems Inc
11.2015 - 05.2016
Assistant System Engineer
Allied Training Solutions
05.2015 - 11.2015
Information Technology Specialist
Missouri National Guard
03.2010 - 03.2016
Information Technology
US Army Signal Corps
High School Diploma -
Raymore-Peculiar High School