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Dana Graves

Guilford,VT

Summary


Results-driven Production Manager and experienced Tool and Die Machinist with over 10 years of expertise leading teams in operational excellence through continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and corrective action processes. Skilled in optimizing production efficiency, utilizing KPI reports for performance tracking, and ensuring on-time delivery. Strong background in tool and die machining, enhancing manufacturing precision and quality.



Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Production Manager

Next Technologies
10.2013 - 10.2024
  • Reviewed sales, customer concerns, and new opportunities to drive business strategy at weekly planning sessions.
  • Used KPI charts, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement to bring down COPQ.
  • Coordinated project planning and execution with team members and team leads.
  • Collaborated with sales and support teams to launch products on time and within budget.
  • Created streamlined production schedules and collaborated with production employees to communicate objectives and goals.
  • Implemented and audited a 6S system


Technical Education Teacher

Greenfield Community College
09.2015 - 12.2018
  • Trained and developed students' skills in math, blueprint reading, gcode, and CNC mill setup.
  • Tested and evaluated student progress to determine effectiveness and impact of teaching methods, materials and projects.
  • Used lectures, demonstrations and discussions to instruct students individually and in small groups.
  • Maintained orderly classroom stocked with appropriate supplies.

Sheet Metal Worker

Bonner Sheet Metal
09.2008 - 09.2013
  • Fabricated and installed duct work
  • Perform and present leak tests to ensure proper air flow
  • Reading and drafting blueprints
  • Operated CNC waterjets and lasers
  • Observed safety practices and procedures to maintain safe and clean working environment.


Education

2 Years - Mechanical Engineering

UMASS Lowell
Lowell, MA

Certificate - Advanced Manufacturing

Greenfield Community College
Greenfield, MA
11.2013

Journeyman’s License - Sheet Metal

Local 63 Sheet Metal School
Springfield, MA
06.2011

High School Diploma -

Greenfield High School
Greenfield, CA
06.2005

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Project Management
  • Microsoft Office
  • Thrive in fast pace environment
  • Production Planning
  • Corrective Action
  • Training Coordination
  • Staff Scheduling
  • Quality Control
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Epicor (ERP)
  • Tool and Die Machinist
  • Solidworks CADD
  • Surfcam CAM

Certification

  • 2023 - DiSC Leadership Styles - learning my managing style and how to manage other styles
  • 2023 - Axeon Root Cause Analysis
  • 2023- Axeon Value Stream Mapping
  • 2022 - AIM HR Solutions - Supervisor Essentials (ten part series)
  • 2018 - Trimech CADD - Solidworks training.
  • 2013 - OSHA 10 Hour

Timeline

Technical Education Teacher

Greenfield Community College
09.2015 - 12.2018

Production Manager

Next Technologies
10.2013 - 10.2024

Sheet Metal Worker

Bonner Sheet Metal
09.2008 - 09.2013

2 Years - Mechanical Engineering

UMASS Lowell

Certificate - Advanced Manufacturing

Greenfield Community College

Journeyman’s License - Sheet Metal

Local 63 Sheet Metal School

High School Diploma -

Greenfield High School

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