Yearsof professional experience
David Grattenthaler
Covington,GA
Summary
Talented Production supervisor with 7 years of experience managing, scheduling and overseeing employees. Highly knowledgeable expert in production with proven methods for improving efficiency. Priority on employee safety in fast-paced environment. Quality-driven production leader with proven success in organizing workflows and coordinating resources to meet challenging goals. Industrious professional and resourceful problem-solver with persistent approach to tackling operational concerns. Good decision-making and team-building abilities with open and clear communication style. Experienced Production Supervisor adept at keeping operations moving smoothly and efficiently. Comfortable meeting demanding manufacturing targets. Brings 7 years of progressive leadership experience in production environments.
Highly skilled manufacturing professional prepared for leadership in production environments. Proven track record in optimizing workflow, enhancing productivity, and maintaining high-quality standards. Strong focus on team collaboration, problem-solving, and adapting to changing needs. Expertise in lean manufacturing, process improvement, and safety protocols ensures reliable and effective results.
Overview
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Work History
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
C & K Plastics
08.2017 - Current
- Delegated tasks to employees and monitored accurate and timely completion of tasks to meet project milestones.
- Established and updated production schedules to meet changing demands.
- Set up, adjusted and maintained machines to operate at peak levels and meet challenging demands.
- Monitored equipment, checked supplies and coordinated manpower to meet expected demand.
- Supported safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on use of control points, equipment and resources.
- Promoted employee safety awareness based on understanding of regulatory mandates and organizational best practices.
- Oversaw inventory and physical counts and performed periodic cycle counts to verify outgoing orders.
- Monitored staff training and output to meet compliance, productivity and revenue goals.
- Cultivated communication among senior managers and floor supervisors to encourage optimal productivity.
- Oversaw continuous improvement initiatives in lean environment to drive gains in quality, flow and output.
- Reviewed individual employee performance to correct issues and enhance productivity.
- Developed and implemented significant process improvements to enhance department quality and throughput.
- Reviewed job specifications to properly set up machines.
- Supported safety programs to reduce and eliminate employee injuries.
- Recommended and implemented measures to improve production methods and quality of products.
- Provided input for performance reviews and identified areas for additional improvement.
- Maintained top-notch quality control standards and eliminated downtime to maximize revenue.
- Coordinated production requirements with material handling and staffing functions.
Production Supervisor
Ascend Elements
06.2023 - 11.2024
- 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.
- Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
- Managed team of [15+] production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
- Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
- Optimized workflow through effective resource allocation and scheduling adjustments.
- Implemented safety protocols and conducted regular audits, achieving a reduction in workplace accidents and incidents.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly against established benchmarks for ongoing personnel development.
- Ensured product quality by closely monitoring production processes, conducting regular inspections, and addressing any issues promptly.
- Coordinated with quality control teams to implement corrective actions in response to internal audits or customer complaints, ensuring continuous improvement of products and processes.
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
- Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
Forming Operator
Pactiv
01.2016 - 06.2017
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
- Maintained production and quality documentation.
- Rotated among various workstations, performing work necessary to meet production needs.
- Checked control panel and gauges during equipment operation.
- Sorted product components on work tables to maintain maximum organization and productivity.
- Monitored product flow through feed conveyor.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Followed daily preventive maintenance schedule for cleaning and lubricating machinery.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed equipment malfunctions to minimize downtime.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- Retained safe and clean work area in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
- Assessed and corrected jams in equipment.
- Reported failures, malfunctions or wear issues on equipment to supervisor.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
- Handled various mechanical and technical machinery during manufacturing process.
- Monitored production line, watching for pile-ups or jams.
Department Manager
Wal-Mart
02.2009 - 01.2016
- Modeled supportive leadership qualities, motivating staff to achieve department goals and promote staff participation and team building.
- Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
- Oversaw storewide merchandising benchmarks to maintain operational excellence.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Handled shift overstock, restocking and inventory control.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.
- Organized team activities to build camaraderie and foster pleasant workplace culture.
- Utilized excellent math skills to maintain accurate inventory levels.
- Executed targeted merchandising and promotional plans to meet department sales goals.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
- Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
- Worked closely with sales associates to complete tasks.
- Performed opening and closing duties as part of management team and handled cash management.
- Kept department on-target to meet sales and profit objectives by minimizing waste and pursuing revenue generation opportunities.
- Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
- Enforced safety rules and other policies to protect employees and minimize company liability.
Education
Accounting
Indiana State University
High School Diploma -
Pike High School
03.1981
Skills
- Production Target Management
- Safety Procedures
- Continuous Improvement
- Coordinating Daily Operations
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Problem-Solving
- Inventory Assessment
- Documentation and Reporting
- Shift Scheduling
- Performance Monitoring
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Interpreting Job Specifications
- Team Collaboration and Leadership
- Quality Control
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Equipment Operation
- Production Planning
- Assigning Work
- Hiring and Training
- Conflict Resolution
- Environmental awareness
- Training and mentoring
- Manufacturing
- Assembly and production
- Problem-solving abilities
- Production Scheduling
Performance Evaluations
Additional Information
References:
Blaise Career (770) 899-3948
Phil Sexton (678) 472- 5814
Patrick Wilson (678) 360-1038
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 15+ staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Ascend Elements
06.2023 - 11.2024
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
C & K Plastics
08.2017 - Current
Forming Operator
Pactiv
01.2016 - 06.2017
Department Manager
Wal-Mart
02.2009 - 01.2016
High School Diploma -
Pike High School
Accounting
Indiana State University
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