EDGAR SNELLING
Cincinnati
Summary
Dynamic manufacturing leader with a proven track record at Flint Group, achieving a remarkable 98.7% On-Time In-Full performance. Expert in lean manufacturing and team development, driving safety and quality improvements while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Proficient in SAP and Epicor, delivering exceptional operational results through effective leadership.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shift Coach / Supervisor
Sugaright LLC.
Springdale
01.2025 - 12.2025
- Elevated On-Time Delivery (OTD) performance from 67% to 97% in less than a year through improved metrics and training.
- Improved efficiency for product changeover from 8 hours to less than 5 hours (cane to beet sugar) by defining and designating personnel responsibilities.
- Reduced customer complaints from 116 in 2024 to 12 in 2025 by enhancing employee training and clarifying expectations through open conversation and disciplinary actions.
- Managed daily PM tasks by assigning production personnel and tracking completion using Limble.
- Defined and managed FIFO (First-In, First-Out) procedures in the bulk warehouse through 5S implementation.
- Managed shift safety through pre-shift talks/toolboxes and Safe Behavior Observations (SBO).
Area Manager of Die Cutting
Sur-Seal
Cincinnati
04.2021 - 06.2024
- Elevated On-Time Delivery (OTD) performance from below 80% to 93% within one year using rigorous production metrics.
- Facilitated significant business growth by overseeing implementation and training for employees on twelve (12) new machines (Preco, Chiesa, Clicker, Rotary).
- Optimized production flow by managing schedules via Epicor and collaborating with operators to address schedule delays.
- Established and deployed key performance indicators (KPIs) and ensured quality improvement by monitoring manufacturing.
Manufacturing Manager and Production Scheduling Manager
Flint Group
Erlanger
08.2018 - 04.2021
- Achieved a zero Occupational Injury Rate (OIR), down from 11, by implementing enhanced safety training and optimizing production efficiency.
- Significantly increased On-Time In-Full (OTIF) performance from 67% to 98.7% and boosted Pounds Per Labor Hour (PPLH) by 55%.
- Drove substantial productivity gains and successfully reduced operational overtime from 43% to less than 7%.
Production Manager
Flint Group
Erlanger
04.2014 - 08.2018
- Implemented root cause and corrective actions to remove production constraints and improve product quality.
- Established clear production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
- Created daily work schedules and assignments, effectively boosting efficiency and enhancing operations.
Shift Lead
Flint Group
Erlanger
03.2001 - 04.2014
Skills
- Technical and process expertise
- Leadership and management
- Lean manufacturing
- Kaizen methodology
- Team management and development
- SAP software proficiency
- Epicor scheduling
- Production operations and scheduling
- Safety implementation
- Quality control development
- Adaptable learner
Certification
Forklift Operator
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Shift Coach / Supervisor
Sugaright LLC.
01.2025 - 12.2025
Area Manager of Die Cutting
Sur-Seal
04.2021 - 06.2024
Manufacturing Manager and Production Scheduling Manager
Flint Group
08.2018 - 04.2021
Production Manager
Flint Group
04.2014 - 08.2018
Shift Lead
Flint Group
03.2001 - 04.2014