Darrin Thiem

Plant Operations Manager

Henkel Corporation

Oak Creek, WI

10.1988 - 07.2020

Established key performance indicators to monitor progress towards goals.
Scheduled routine maintenance activities for all machinery used in production processes.
Monitored daily operations of the plant, ensuring safety protocols were followed.
Analyzed data from factory automation systems to identify areas of improvement in production line efficiency.
Evaluated employee job performance and provided feedback as needed.
Prepared monthly reports on operational performance indicators.
Investigated customer complaints and developed corrective action plans accordingly.
Organized team meetings to discuss operational issues or changes in procedure.
Coordinated with engineering teams to develop new processes for better quality assurance.
Identified and implemented process improvements to increase production efficiency.
Conducted regular inspections of the facility to ensure a safe working environment.
Increased plant safety by implementing proactive strategies and well-structured training.
Improved workflow processes to maximize efficiency and enhance operations.
Promoted high-quality daily production by enforcing product standards and monitoring level of quality.
Eliminated materials waste and unnecessary labor hours to reduce costs.
Ensured compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations regarding plant operations.
Trained new staff on proper safety procedures and use of equipment.
Adjusted and improved processes to maximize efficiency.
Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Analyzed production data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
Supported departments in successfully utilizing available labor, materials and equipment resources for production.