Dusty Thomas
Findlay
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience in staff management and operations optimization. Excelled in fostering team unity and enhancing productivity through effective training and mentoring. Skilled in conflict resolution and workplace safety, achieving significant improvements in efficiency and employee satisfaction. Demonstrated adaptability and a strong work ethic, driving continuous improvement across multiple departments. Outside Training in Finishing Procedures before the paint dept, Training with Fanuc & Abb Robotics, hand spray methods. Sigma Six Certified.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shift Production Supervisor
Auria Solutions
08.2024 - Current
- Supervised daily production operations to ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Coordinated workflow between teams to optimize efficiency and meet production targets.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational effectiveness and reduced downtime.
- Trained and mentored new employees on safety protocols and production procedures.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations to identify training needs and development opportunities.
- Developed strategies to improve processes and reduce costs.
- Played an integral role in new product launches by coordinating production trials, validating equipment setups, and providing feedback for design enhancements or process optimizations.
Senior Supervisor
Vitro Glass /PPG
01.2022 - 06.2024
- Glass Manufacturer, managed 32-52 people in my departments, produced windshields, other automobile windows, screen print dept., paint dept., heating elements/ components.
- Supervised a team of 20+ workers in the production process by providing guidance and feedback.
- Managed time, manpower and cost records to support production results.
- Monitored employee attendance records and enforced company policies regarding punctuality and absenteeism.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols, operating procedures, and product specifications.
- Developed and implemented production schedules and monitored progress of production goals to ensure timely completion.
- Trained and coached production staff on best practices and new processes.
- Trained employees on equipment operations and work and safety procedures.
- Delivered written reports of issues, problems and observations to senior leadership.
- Motivated employees and increased morale with performance incentives.
- Supported HR with recruitment and hiring recommendations.
- Calculated labor and equipment requirements and production specifications, used standard formulas.
- Collaborated with other supervisors on projects requiring cross-functional teams.
- Facilitated interdepartmental meetings aimed at improving collaboration between teams working on common projects.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly and effectively through active listening techniques and conflict resolution methods.
- Performed root cause analysis when investigating process breakdowns or operational errors resulting from employee mistakes.
Production/ Finishing/Paint Supervisor
Continental Structural Plastics
08.2006 - 11.2021
- Automotive manufactures, Union Facility, Starting as Production Supervisor (8 year role), Graduated to Finishing Dept. (2 year role), spending the last (4 years) in the Paint Dept., prime/ spatter/color/ base & clear coat. Very familiar with ABB Robotics, FANUC Robotics, Hand Spray Methods, Sanders, Fiberglass, Presses, adding components at finish.
- Monitored production progress against established goals and objectives.
- Conducted periodic inspections of completed work orders prior to delivery or shipment.
- Coordinated with other departments to meet customer deadlines for finished products.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and OSHA regulations related to painting activities.
- Identified areas for improvement within the department to increase efficiency.
- Provided technical guidance to supervisors and employees on paint processes and techniques.
- Created, implemented, and enforced safety protocols for the paint shop team.
- Documented daily production reports detailing labor hours, material costs.
- Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback to enhance productivity levels.
- Implemented corrective action plans when necessary after analyzing process failures.
- Maintained a safe working environment by monitoring hazardous materials.
- Assigned employees to specific duties.
- Planned and prepared work schedules and kept records of employees' work schedules and time cards.
- Established standard operating procedures for each stage of the painting process.
- Provided support during audits conducted by external agencies such as EPA or FDA.
- Training within the paint booth, hand spray , robotics support and repair, change overs , purging of chemicals and paint for continuous jobs lined up.
- Created comprehensive work schedules that allowed for optimal utilization of resources while meeting customer deadlines.
- Successfully managed and supervised a team of up to 20 Finishing Department personnel, ensuring adherence to quality standards and production goals.
- Utilized strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth workflow processes.
- Maintained detailed reports on daily activities within the Finishing Department, including tracking employee performance metrics.
- Established and maintained accurate records of all inventory levels, supplies, materials, and equipment used in the Finishing Department.
- Supported HR with recruitment and hiring recommendations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Findlay High School
Findlay, OhioBusiness Management
Owens Community College
Findlay, OhioSkills
- Staff Management
- Inventory Management
- Training and mentoring
- Workplace Safety
- Policy Enforcement
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Operations Management
- Employee Training
- Scheduling Coordination
- Continuous Improvement
- Kaizen
- Team Leadership
- Deadline Management
- Color theory knowledge
- Paint mixing expertise
- Replenishment coordination
- Multitasking
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Superior Work Ethic
- Critical Thinking
- Effective leadership
- Workflow optimization
- Six sigma
- Schedule management
Certification
- Sigma Six Green Belt
- DMAIC Training
LANGUAGES
English Fluent
Haitian Creole Intermediate
Accomplishments
Not only am i proud to announce an achievement and accomplishment of earning my Sigma Six Green Belt , I also have a letter of recommendation from my previous production manager/mentor
Timeline
Shift Production Supervisor
Auria Solutions
08.2024 - Current
Senior Supervisor
Vitro Glass /PPG
01.2022 - 06.2024
Production/ Finishing/Paint Supervisor
Continental Structural Plastics
08.2006 - 11.2021
Business Management
Owens Community College
High School Diploma -
Findlay High School