Darrell Minyard
Remlap
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with over 20 years in production planning and supply chain management. Proven ability to streamline operations and foster interdepartmental communication to achieve production goals. Focused on delivering measurable efficiency improvements and maintaining compliance with industry standards.
Overview
48
48
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Planner
Kamtek Magna Cosma
Birmingham
05.2012 - 01.2026
- Developed production schedules to optimize workflow and resource allocation.
- Boosted efficiency and minimized waste by receiving production material deliveries according to forecasting and demand.
- Analyzed inventory levels to maintain optimal stock for production needs.
- Facilitated communication between departments to align production goals and timelines.
- Managed documentation for production plans and revisions in compliance standards.
Group Leader Warehouse
BLG Logistics
Vance
02.2005 - 01.2012
- Supervised team in call parts and returnables, ensuring efficient operations.
- Collaborated with Engineering Department to reorganize call part locations for enhanced picking efficiency.
- Worked with Management and group leaders on successful Warehouse Management System implementation.
- Oversaw staff responsible for receiving, warehousing, sequencing, and shipping of automotive parts.
- Improved productivity and efficiency in sequencing cells, minimizing paperwork and confusion.
- Increased material handling support to reduce wait time in work cells.
- Enhanced put-away processes to decrease hot part calls and improve workflow.
Production Planning Supervisor
Ogihara
Birmingham
01.2004 - 01.2005
- This change was due to reorganization of plant. Supervised associates in production planning to schedule automotive sub-assembled parts for MBUSI, Nissan and Saturn. Scheduled and released materials needed for press stamping and assembly and scheduled trucks for delivery to customers and from suppliers of Ogihara.
Materials Manager
Ogihara
Birmingham
02.2002 - 01.2004
- Supervised fork-lift drivers for loading trucks and shipping to customers.
- Oversaw assembly operations, ensuring staging of component parts and movement of finished goods.
- Managed associates in receiving and stocking component parts for manufacturing.
- Directed associates in tool crib ordering and inventory management of MRO items.
- Scheduled production planning for automotive sub-assembly parts for MBUSI, Nissan, and Saturn.
- Coordinated material releases for press stamping and assembly processes.
- Organized truck schedules for deliveries to customers and pickups from Ogihara suppliers.
Production Planning Assistant Manager
Ogihara
Birmingham
07.2001 - 02.2002
- Supervised associates in receiving component parts for manufacturing processes.
- Managed tool crib operations, including ordering and stocking of MRO items.
- Coordinated production planning for automotive sub-assemblies at MBUSI and Saturn.
- Scheduled and released materials required for press stamping and assembly lines.
- Orchestrated logistics for customer deliveries and supplier pickups from Ogihara.
Production Planning Supervisor
Ogihara
Birmingham
04.1999 - 07.2001
- Directed associates in production planning to schedule sub-assembled parts for MBUSI, organized and released materials required for press stamping and assembly, and coordinated truck deliveries to MBUSI and from suppliers of Ogihara.
Production Planner/Scheduler
Ogihara
Birmingham
05.1997 - 04.1999
- Scheduled assembly and press stamping lines to optimize production flow.
- Ordered materials for assembly and press stamping lines to ensure timely operations.
- Coordinated truck schedules for MBUSI and Ogihara suppliers to enhance logistics efficiency.
Production Scheduler/Purchasing
U.S. Can (Formally Alltrista)
Trussville
03.1985 - 12.1996
- Scheduled production lines to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Ordered supplies for Production and Shipping Departments, covering medical and cleaning needs.
- Procured coatings and inks necessary for printing processes.
- Maintained accurate inventory of coatings and supplies.
- Facilitated EPA and OSHA inspections to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Served as backup for Shipping Department, ensuring uninterrupted operations.
- Corresponded with customers regarding product information and shipment schedules.
- Verified accuracy of all production orders prior to execution.
Ink Room/Roller Room Attendant
U.S. Can (Formerly Alltrista)
Trussville
07.1980 - 03.1985
- Executed margin cuts in rollers for metal decorating per specified layouts.
- Coordinated ink colors for metal decorating to meet design requirements.
- Prepared inks, coatings, and plates for efficient production line setup.
- Shipped hazardous waste to disposal plant following safety regulations.
Stacker for Production Line
U.S. Can (Formerly Alltrista)
Trussville
06.1978 - 07.1980
- Operated stacker to enhance efficiency of production line.
- Packaged products for timely shipment.
- Assisted Quality Control in identifying and addressing production defects.
Education
High School Diploma -
Locust Fork High School
Locust Fork, ALContinuing Education
Skills
- Production scheduling
- Inventory management
- Material procurement
- Workflow optimization
- Compliance documentation
- Supply chain management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Production Planner
Kamtek Magna Cosma
05.2012 - 01.2026
Group Leader Warehouse
BLG Logistics
02.2005 - 01.2012
Production Planning Supervisor
Ogihara
01.2004 - 01.2005
Materials Manager
Ogihara
02.2002 - 01.2004
Production Planning Assistant Manager
Ogihara
07.2001 - 02.2002
Production Planning Supervisor
Ogihara
04.1999 - 07.2001
Production Planner/Scheduler
Ogihara
05.1997 - 04.1999
Production Scheduler/Purchasing
U.S. Can (Formally Alltrista)
03.1985 - 12.1996
Ink Room/Roller Room Attendant
U.S. Can (Formerly Alltrista)
07.1980 - 03.1985
Stacker for Production Line
U.S. Can (Formerly Alltrista)
06.1978 - 07.1980
High School Diploma -
Locust Fork High School
Continuing Education