Danny Phelps

Perform first-piece and ongoing inspections of finished parts to ensure they meet quality specifications and standards.

• Data and Documentation:
• Record data, create setup sheets, maintain change logs, and assist in the creation and review of production batch records.
• Quality Control:
• Conduct process capability studies, weigh containers, and identify acceptable versus non-acceptable products
• Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.

• Managed a crew of 7 for inventory counts each night. Counted over 5,000 items daily. Reported counts to sales, production every morning.

• Coordinated diverse teams in a high-speed environment to achieve customer satisfaction.
• Contributed to SQF audit processes.
• Developed various standard operating procedures.
• Utilized multiple WMS platforms such as Fascor, Evai, and Blue Yonder.
• Acquired proficiency in AS400 platform.
• Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
• Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
• Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
• Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging open communication between team members and regularly soliciting feedback on operational procedures.
• Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products according to customer requirements.
• Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
• Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
• Delivered direct feedback to senior management regarding project visibility and status.
• Created streamlined production schedules and collaborated with production employees to communicate objectives and goals.
• Reduced waste and material costs by optimizing resource allocation and inventory management.
• Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees, and worked with human resources to meet changing production schedules.
• Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
• Conducted root cause analysis on production issues, devising corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Partnered with leadership on recruiting, hiring and coaching production personnel.
• Coordinated with sales and marketing departments to align production schedules with demand forecasts, maximizing both efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Mentored junior staff members on best practices in production management, cultivating a skilled workforce capable of tackling complex challenges headon.
• Studied department operations to assist with development of new or improved methods of tooling and production processes.

• Checked in outside trucks while managing a crew to unload them in fast pace environment. Directed a crew on safety first while unloading.
• Unloaded, sorted and stored incoming merchandise.
• Verified deliveries against paperwork and contacted vendors to resolve discrepancies.
• Managed shipping and receiving team, overseeing training, schedules and work assignments.
• Trained and supervised staff in the accurate processing of inbound shipments, ensuring timely delivery to sales floor.
• Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
• Conducted regular audits of warehouse inventory, ensuring accuracy and accountability within the team.
• Managed inbound receiving departments.
• Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.

• Lead for the repack department, specialized in commanding a crew to repack bulk items into smaller portions per customers request in a timely manner.