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Eric Sherrets

Bloomington,IL

Summary

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

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

End of Line Manager

Rivian
09.2023 - Current
  • Oversaw End of Line repair zones for R1 platform and Rivian Van LInes.
  • 8 direct reporting supervisors across multiple shift, 100+ repair technicians across multiple shifts.
  • Conducted quarterly performance reviews to identify areas for improvement and provide constructive feedback.
  • Assisted with budgeting processes, ensuring accurate financial forecasting and prudent resource management decisions were made.

CyberTruck Launch Team Supervisor

Tesla
07.2023 - 08.2023
  • Supervised progress of Cybertruck phototype program.
  • Worked with Cross-functional teams such as Quality, Process Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Production Control, Controls, Maintenance and Factory Software.
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient workflow processes and monitoring daily progress.
  • Led weekly meetings with staff to discuss progress updates, address concerns, and maintain open lines of communication.

Model Y Production Supervisor

Tesla
08.2022 - 06.2023
  • Launched Night shift Model Y production by supervising 110+ team members, 4 Process Technicians, and 8 Team Leaders.
  • Ensured SPARC metrics (Safety, People, Accuracy, Rate and Quality) were met daily, weekly and quarterly.
  • Increased FPY (first pass yield) from 45% to 75%
  • Increased JPH from 8 units to 30 units.
  • Received "Big Shot" award from HR for exceptional adherence to company policy, procedure and increased retention.

Group Leader

Rivian
10.2020 - 08.2022
  • Launched Rivian R1 platform from prototype stage to full production.
  • Created Work Instructions for over 20+ work stations on Trim Lines in General Assembly
  • Worked with Cross-functional teams such a Quality, Process Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering to ensure seamless transition from prototype phase to mass production.
  • Collaborated with upper management in creating metrics for RIOS (Rivian Integrated Operating System) and ensured daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly metrics were met.


Production Team Leader

Toyota Motor Manufacturing
09.2014 - 08.2019
  • Led a team of 10-12 production workers to consistently meet deadlines and exceed performance goals.
  • Made In-line and Off-line repairs to ensure production and quality goals were met.
  • Participated in Quality Circles and Kaizen to improve quality and ergonomics in production line.
  • Collaborated with Group Leader to ensure TPS (Toyota Production System) metrics were up to date and met.

Production Team Member

Toyota Motor Manufacturing
06.2013 - 09.2014
  • Followed station Work Instruction and Standardized Work to ensure cycle times and quality were met.
  • Followed company safety and PPE requirements
  • Received 100% bonuses for attendance

Education

Associate of Arts - Industrial Technology

Hawkeye College
Waterloo

High School Diploma -

Independence High School
Independence

Skills

  • Delegation Skills
  • Employee Engagement
  • Organizational Skills
  • Team Building
  • Cross-functional Collaboration

Timeline

End of Line Manager

Rivian
09.2023 - Current

CyberTruck Launch Team Supervisor

Tesla
07.2023 - 08.2023

Model Y Production Supervisor

Tesla
08.2022 - 06.2023

Group Leader

Rivian
10.2020 - 08.2022

Production Team Leader

Toyota Motor Manufacturing
09.2014 - 08.2019

Production Team Member

Toyota Motor Manufacturing
06.2013 - 09.2014

Associate of Arts - Industrial Technology

Hawkeye College

High School Diploma -

Independence High School

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