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Demetrius Antonio Harrison

Clayton,NC

Summary

Innovative and results-oriented operations leader with over two decades of experience driving safety, efficiency, and team performance in manufacturing and production environments. Adept at leading large-scale operations, implementing Lean Manufacturing principles, and managing cross-functional teams. Renowned for building a culture of teamwork, continuous improvement, fostering employee development, and delivering cost-saving initiatives. Following a career break to focus on family, eager to bring expertise back to the workforce, focusing on leadership roles in operations management.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Lead Supervisor

SPX Transformer Solutions
05.2005 - 06.2014
  • Directed daily production, elevating 5S and Lean Manufacturing adherence to 97%, while ensuring safety and quality standards
  • Streamlined processes to enhance operational efficiency, reducing waste by 30% and improving resource utilization by 25%
  • Implemented systematic training, boosting team performance by 25% and ensuring 100% safety compliance.
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing ongoing training and development opportunities.
  • Managed and allocated staff and material resources to meet production goals.
  • Utilized data-driven insights to inform decision-making processes regarding resource allocation or process improvements within operations department.
  • Fostered positive work environment by promoting open communication, teamwork, and employee engagement.

Production Team Manager

Rockwell Automation Allen-Bradley
01.1995 - 01.2000
  • Managed $30M business unit, reducing operational backlog by $500K and improving floor space utilization by 20%
  • Implemented Total Flexibility Team Concept, reducing overtime by 20% and increasing productivity by 10%
  • Developed training programs, resulting in 15% improvement in employee performance and engagement.

Production Team Supervisor

Duracell Battery USA
01.1994 - 01.1995
  • Improved machine reliability through preventive maintenance programs, resulting in $10K in annual cost savings
  • Achieved $15K in cost savings by reducing overtime expenses by 20% through strategic cross-training and workflow optimization.

Manufacturing Team Manager

Reliance Communications Tech St.
01.1993 - 01.1994
  • Developed and implemented new work cell model, improving production efficiency by 40% and reducing errors by 25%
  • Increased on-time delivery rates by 50%, eliminating overtime and saving $20K annually.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Industrial Technology (Manufacturing)

North Carolina A&T State University

Associate Degree - Consumer Services and Hospitality

Milwaukee Area Technical College

Skills

  • Lean Manufacturing
  • 5S
  • Kaizen Training
  • Toyota Leadership
  • Continuous Process Improvement
  • Total Quality Management (TQM)
  • Project Management
  • Value Stream Mapping
  • Environmental Health & Safety Compliance
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Analytical Problem Solving
  • Brand Development & Customer Service Excellence
  • Motivational attitude
  • Workforce Management
  • Scheduling Coordination
  • Operational Efficiency

Affiliations

  • Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.

Timeline

Operations Lead Supervisor

SPX Transformer Solutions
05.2005 - 06.2014

Production Team Manager

Rockwell Automation Allen-Bradley
01.1995 - 01.2000

Production Team Supervisor

Duracell Battery USA
01.1994 - 01.1995

Manufacturing Team Manager

Reliance Communications Tech St.
01.1993 - 01.1994

Associate Degree - Consumer Services and Hospitality

Milwaukee Area Technical College

Bachelor of Science - Industrial Technology (Manufacturing)

North Carolina A&T State University
Demetrius Antonio Harrison