Dylan M. Smith
Janesville,WI
Summary
Production management professional knowledgeable about allocating resources, optimizing production and increasing output with hands-on and dedicated approach. Articulate and professional problem-solver with good relationship-building abilities. Proficient in planning and implementing innovative production strategies. Proactive Production Manager successful at anticipating needs and making adjustments to schedules, materials and workflow. Ready to bring expertise to company needing hands-on, knowledgeable and resourceful leader.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Manager
Stoughton Trailers
08.2022 - Current
- Managing a shift of highly skilled assemblers, welders, and team leaders producing the highest quality refrigerated trailers on the market
- Directed improvements and efficiencies
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
- Implemented safety, quality, and efficiency focused projects in order to maximize staffing potential and overall production
- Experience in terminations
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
- Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees, and worked with human resources to meet changing production schedules.
- Wrote and conducted formal performance reviews for production personnel.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocking schedules to avoid production delays from unavailable materials.
Operations Manager
Amazon
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Managed a night shift team of 160+ during a new fulfillment center launch in order to meet day-to-day operations in the Merch by Amazon network
- Balanced staffing and volume daily
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
- Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
- Routinely delivered volumes of up to 25,000 units during peak volume periods
- Responsible for over $12,500,000 in revenue since building launch
- Chaired and monitored dozens of projects and implemented process improvements increasing efficiency in print and pick paths by over 100% within a 12-month period
- Routinely collaborated with quality management and learning departments in order to improve customer satisfaction ratings by increasing product quality and employee performance
- Partnered with safety team and developed process improvements in order to reduce injury frequencies by 50%
- Conducted monthly employee reviews and advocated for career advancement over a dozen team members.
Process Technician Lead
BASF Chemical Company
11.2020 - 05.2021
- Conducted the creation and distribution of countless dispersions, resins, and paper chemicals
- Worked as both a team member and team lead to meet production requirements
- Complied with safety rules and standards to maximize efficiencies while reducing accidents.
- Identified and recommended various improvements to increase plant efficiency.
Manager & Bartender
Minocqua Yacht Club & Black Bear Bar and Grill
05.2017 - 11.2020
- Managed and supervised two of the busiest bars in Minocqua
- Trained and supervised dozens of staff members
- Conducted regular staff appraisal, coaching, and mentoring
- Redesigned and restructured inefficient service areas which increased revenue by 15%
- Planned and orchestrated high volume and high-profile events
- Reduced costs up to 10% by adjusting pricing, negotiating with various distributors
- Maintained and developed material control systems for ordering and distributing.
Student
University of Wisconsin Green Bay
09.2015 - 12.2019
- Completed Bachelor of science degree
- Obtained significant lab and field experience both inside and outside the classroom in biology, ecology, natural resources, chemistry, geology, and environmental sciences.
Maintenance Manager
Outagamie County Housing Authority
05.2016 - 05.2017
- Groundskeeper and maintenance
- Conducted maintenance in all county property and buildings
- Maintained & operated large work vehicles daily
- Directed maintenance team in order to meet daily deadlines.
Intelligence analyst
United States Army
06.2011 - 09.2015
- Awards and Honors: Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Army Overseas Service Ribbon, Army Service Ribbon, NATO Service Ribbon
- Managed and supervised junior analysts
- Supervised, coordinated, and participated in the analysis, processing, and distribution of strategic and tactical intelligence
- Analyzed and assessed both physical and cyber threats
- Successfully targeted and eliminated dozens of HVTs (High Value Targets)
- Established and maintained systematic, cross-referenced intelligence records and files
- Analyzed and evaluated intelligence holdings to determine changes in capabilities, vulnerabilities, and probable courses of action
- Determined significance and reliability of incoming information
- Assembled and proofread intelligence reports and assisted in consolidating them into military intelligence.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
UWGB
Green Bay, WI12.2019
Skills
- CPR and first aid certified
- Outbound Logistics
- Materials Management
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Inventory Coordination
- Metrics Management
- OSHA Regulations
- Operational Cost Reductions
- Manufacturing Procedures
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Work Orders
- Manufacturing Operations Management
- Workflow Management
- Performance Evaluations
- Strong Leadership Abilities
- Team Management
- Cause and Effect Analysis
- Recovery Planning
- Production Oversight
Timeline
Production Manager
Stoughton Trailers
08.2022 - Current
Operations Manager
Amazon
06.2021 - 08.2022
Process Technician Lead
BASF Chemical Company
11.2020 - 05.2021
Manager & Bartender
Minocqua Yacht Club & Black Bear Bar and Grill
05.2017 - 11.2020
Maintenance Manager
Outagamie County Housing Authority
05.2016 - 05.2017
Student
University of Wisconsin Green Bay
09.2015 - 12.2019
Intelligence analyst
United States Army
06.2011 - 09.2015
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
UWGB
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