Edward Christman
Enterprise,AL
Summary
Experienced Production Supervisor with 13 years in the paper industry, expertise spans recycle cylinder machines, virgin Fourdrinier kraft, and medium machines, committed to fostering continuous improvement, and supporting team success in achieving organizational goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
Georgia-Pacific
Cedar Springs, GA
09.2023 - Current
- As a production supervisor, the role involves overseeing two kraft machines and one medium machine, with a combined production of over 3,000 TPD.
- Ensured employees wore all PPE and adhered to company safety policies.
- Supervised a team of 20+ employees, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently and accurately.
- Worked closely with the powerhouse and pulp mill to maintain stock, liquor, and steam balance.
- Monitored and maintained quality control standards, ensuring that products met customer requirements.
- Evaluated performance of employees on a regular basis to identify areas for improvement.
- Directed daily production operations to ensure efficient and cost-effective workflow.
- Enforced company policies, procedures, rules, and regulations among production staff.
- Delegated tasks to employees and monitored accurate and timely completion of tasks to meet project milestones.
- Entered work orders for equipment repair on cycle outages.
- Directed shift mechanics and shift E/I to perform repairs.
- Prioritized repairs during unexpected downtime to get the machines started back up in a safe and efficient manner.
- Performed regular quality checks throughout the production process to ensure customer specifications were met.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production activities.
- Collaborated with management team to develop strategies for improving efficiency in the production area.
- Managed employees' time through Kronos.
Production Supervisor
Taylors Paperboard
Taylors, SC
08.2020 - 08.2023
- Collaborated in the development of safety procedures.
- Ensure employees adhere to all PPE requirements required for the job at hand.
- Suspended dangerous activities, posing an active or potential threat to worker health and safety.
- Addressed employee and production issues to determine and implement optimal resolutions, preventing wasted resources, and maintaining schedules.
- Achieved and surpassed production targets through effective staff management, task allocation, and materials coordination.
- Delegated tasks to multiple employees while maintaining an efficient workplace.
- Performed minor repair work on production equipment to keep jobs on task, notifying the maintenance department of major machinery failures.
- Identified equipment malfunctions by using various troubleshooting methods.
- Troubleshoot diverse sets of issues on the paper machine to maintain quality production.
- Monitored employee performance and safety, conducting retraining to correct problems, and optimize productivity.
- Read and interpreted work order specifications and information to plan, schedule, and carry out jobs effectively.
- Maintain water balance in a closed water system in the mill.
- Collaborated with the Superintendent on shutdowns and production to complete projects within expected time frames.
- Monitored the system process through the DCS control system, identifying and correcting issues before they interfere with production.
- Delegated tasks to employees and monitored the accurate and timely completion of tasks and deadlines.
- Controlled material usage to keep costs low.
- Monitored manufacturing variances to achieve quality improvement while resolving product, process, and equipment problems.
- Issued work orders for repairs to plan maintenance of equipment, machinery, and mobile equipment.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions, and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes, and helping to train others.
- Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
Production Supervisor
Mobile Paper Board
Mobile, AL
11.2017 - 06.2020
- Collaborated in the development of safety procedures.
- Ensure employees adhere to all PPE requirements required for the job at hand.
- Suspended dangerous activities, posing an active or potential threat to worker health and safety.
- Addressed employee and production issues to determine and implement optimal resolutions, preventing wasted resources, and maintaining schedules.
- Achieved and surpassed production targets through effective staff management, task allocation, and materials coordination.
- Delegated tasks to multiple employees while maintaining an efficient workplace.
- Performed minor repair work on production equipment to keep jobs on task, notifying the maintenance department of major machinery failures.
- Identified equipment malfunctions by using various troubleshooting methods.
- Monitored employee performance and safety, conducting retraining to correct problems, and optimize productivity.
- Read and interpreted work order specifications and information to plan, schedule, and carry out jobs effectively.
- Dismantled equipment to access, remove, and replace defective parts to maintain operability.
- Collaborated with the Superintendent on shutdowns and production to complete projects within expected time frames.
- Monitored the system process through the DCS control system, identifying and correcting issues before they interfere with production.
- Delegated tasks to employees and monitored the accurate and timely completion of tasks and deadlines.
- Controlled material usage to keep costs low.
- Monitored manufacturing variances to achieve quality improvement while resolving product, process, and equipment problems.
- Issued work orders for repairs to plan maintenance of equipment, machinery, and mobile equipment.
Production Worker
Mobile Paper Board
Mobile, AL
06.2012 - 10.2017
- Packaged products to fulfill daily work orders efficiently.
- Inspected finished products for compliance with customer specifications.
- Set up and operated production equipment according to work orders and safety protocols.
- Trained new employees on safe equipment operation.
- Troubleshot equipment issues, performed repairs, or reported diagnostics to supervisors.
- Monitored processes to prevent overload and ensure optimal machinery performance.
- Recommended process improvements to enhance operational safety and efficiency.
- Completed housekeeping tasks to maintain a safe and organized production area.
1st Class Welder
Austal Usa
Mobile, AL
10.2009 - 06.2012
- Monitored fitting, burning, and welding processes to prevent distortion of parts.
- Set up equipment and welded components per specifications outlined in welding charts.
- Inspected and repaired components, implementing corrective actions as necessary.
- Sustained safety protocols, ensuring accurate handling of materials and equipment.
- Operated welding equipment efficiently to complete projects on time.
- Applied metallurgy knowledge to determine optimal welding strategies for each project.
- Inspected tools for damage, minimizing risk of injuries and accidents.
- Adjusted welding machines to correct settings prior to operations, reducing waste.
Skills
- Supervisory role background
- Production support
- Job set up and preparation
- Machine setups
- Quality control
- Performance reporting
- Production target management
- Processes and procedures
References
Jim Kickilighter- (864)385-0361 Operations Manager Clearwater Paper Corporation.
Wendall Bedwell- (229)202-4371 Manager Of Finished Products GP Cedar Springs.
Eric Banning- (678)763-2724 Production Manager Taylors PaperBoard
Brian DiMattia - (717)880-0811 Manager at Fitchburg Paperboard.
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Georgia-Pacific
09.2023 - Current
Production Supervisor
Taylors Paperboard
08.2020 - 08.2023
Production Supervisor
Mobile Paper Board
11.2017 - 06.2020
Production Worker
Mobile Paper Board
06.2012 - 10.2017
1st Class Welder
Austal Usa
10.2009 - 06.2012