David Cunningham
West Des Moines,Iowa
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. A desire to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor/Prepress Manager
Competitive Edge
08.2001 - Current
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
- Consistently met or exceeded production targets while maintaining strict quality standards, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
- Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure cost-effective materials without compromising on quality.
- Managed daily production schedules to meet challenging deadlines, adjusting workflows as necessary.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
Assistant Production Manager
Original Underwhere Company
11.1989 - 06.2001
- Managed daily operations of the production floor, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently.
- Assisted in reducing production costs by streamlining processes and eliminating waste.
- Mentored junior staff members, fostering a positive work environment that encouraged professional growth.
- Successfully managed production activities to achieve on-time shipment of orders.
Production Manager
Image Sport
11.1997 - 10.1999
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
- Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
- Delivered direct feedback to senior management regarding project visibility and status.
- Reviewed maintenance and repair problems to determine appropriate action for resolution.
- Coordinated with sales and marketing departments to align production schedules with demand forecasts, maximizing both efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Partnered with leadership on recruiting, hiring and coaching production personnel.
- Negotiated with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall procurement costs without sacrificing quality.
- Reduced material waste, leading to cost savings, by optimizing production planning and inventory management.
- Negotiated with suppliers for better raw material prices, achieving considerable cost reductions.
- Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
- Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.
- Coordinated with other departments to align production with customer requirements.
- Oversaw routine maintenance programs and scheduled service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels.
Education
Liberal Arts
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IASkills
- Quality control
- Continuous improvement
- Production management
- Training and mentoring
- Production targets
- Staff management
- Schedule management
- Assembly and production
- Production planning
- Process improvement
- Equipment monitoring
- Equipment operation
- Production and processing
- Quality assurance
Work Availability
monday
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Timeline
Production Supervisor/Prepress Manager
Competitive Edge
08.2001 - Current
Production Manager
Image Sport
11.1997 - 10.1999
Assistant Production Manager
Original Underwhere Company
11.1989 - 06.2001
Liberal Arts
Des Moines Area Community College
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