DWON WILLIAMS

Manufacturing professional with over 30 years experience in plant operations and production management. Proven history of implementing process improvements that enhance operational efficiency and product quality. Reliable team collaborator with focus on achieving results and adapting to changing needs, bringing valuable organizational and leadership skills to role. Knowledgeable in all aspects of operations while facilitating general business disciplines to safely and effectively accomplish innovative processing methods, increase efficiency and productivity levels. Excellent managerial skills proven by increased productivity, low employee turn-over rate, reduced scrap, improved shipping performance, and excellent safety culture. Most recently, restructured shift structure to increase production metrics thus improving customer fulfillment. Demonstrated success in developing and implementing new programs to improve processes and employee development. Track record of improvements in design and enhancement of products, processes and work procedures in support of Continuous Improvement programs. Developed product design improvements resulting in a $1M savings in production and warranty costs. Excellent interpersonal skills focused on collaboration with cross-functional teams to identify and remedy quality issues. Well-versed in all aspects of production including inventory management, quality improvement, safety programs, scheduling, and maintenance. Exceptionally strong hands-on manager capable of training and motivating teams to peak performance.