Eric Tessener
Clemmons,NC
Summary
Results-oriented individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Assembly Supervisor
Hayward Industries
Clemmons, NC
02.2021 - Current
- Day to day duties include, Supervision of up to 50+ employees, making sure work centers have operators and materials, ensuring we schedule work orders so they are completed in a timely manner.
- Organized resources to ensure efficient completion of tasks within established timelines.
- Communicated with management, other Assembly Supervisors, Quality, Warehouse, Operators, Planning, and Human Resources on a daily basis as need be.
- Timesheets, discipline logs, attendance logs, labor reclassification, incident reports, and ordering of tools or other needed materials.
- Monitored production output, quality control, and safety standards.
- Trained new employees on proper use of tools, machines, and equipment used in the assembly process.
- Performed periodic maintenance checks on equipment utilized in the assembly process.
- Adjusted machine settings according to instructions provided by engineers or technicians.
- Communicated with other departments regarding any changes or updates needed in the assembly process.
- Provided feedback to team members regarding their performance and areas needing improvement.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production reports.
- Assisted in investigations of accidents.
- Performed minor equipment repairs to keep jobs on task and notified maintenance department of major machinery failures.
Lean Facilitator
Hayward Industries
Clemmons, NC
05.2019 - 02.2021
- Day to day duties include, Kaizen Facilitation, Continuous Improvement Board meetings and data management. I also created a work order system for our fabrication shop which has successfully seen completion of hundreds of projects.
- Developed processes and procedures to identify areas of improvement and eliminate wasteful activities.
- The majority of my time here so far has been in facilitating kaizen events, moving/breaking down work cells and saving space within the facility preparing for the future state of the company
- This has allowed me to further develop my leadership skills and push myself to new levels, while trying to instill a culture change in the workplace
- My last year in this position have been helping move work cells to absorb more business, as well as growing the business while leading teams in moving and implementation of new work cells, through design, layout, scheduling of utilities, ordering material for cell builds.
- Analyzed data from various sources to identify opportunities for cost savings and improved quality.
- Assisted with the development of project charters, work plans, risk assessments.
- Provided coaching and mentoring services for team members on Lean concepts.
- Ensured all team members were kept informed about project status updates.
- Facilitated cross-functional teams to develop solutions for process improvement initiatives.
- Collaborated with departmental stakeholders to define objectives, timelines, and resources needed for successful implementation of projects.
- Supported senior management in developing long-term strategies for improving organizational efficiency.
- Conducted Lean training sessions for new and existing employees to ensure understanding of Lean principles.
- Tracked project schedules and encouraged teams to complete tasks on time while staying on budget.
Lean Coordinator
Hayward Industries
Clemmons, NC
07.2013 - 05.2019
- Day to day duties include, Standard Work, Auditing Standard work, 5S, Making Kanban Cards, Extruded Aluminum building, maintenance and repair, supervising KPO rotational and giving him daily job tasks/projects.
- I have accomplished many projects during my time as a lean coordinator, Valve business unit storage racks, several Cost savings projects moving value added and non value added work where it was needed, Data mining for molds while bringing in new presses, rebuilt the majority of work cells from Propipe to Extruded Aluminum, machine layouts, Lead and organized several kaizens, i have helped introduce several new products and work cells, and order supplies for the KPO shop and organize all KPO shop projects to get done in a timely manner.
- Created visual management boards for tracking key performance indicators.
- Identified waste within existing processes and recommended solutions to eliminate it.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth implementation of Lean initiatives.
- Facilitated Kaizen events to drive continuous improvement culture across the organization.
- Trained team members on Lean principles and tools, such as 5S, Kanban, and Value Stream Mapping.
- Prepared presentations outlining results achieved through the use of various lean concepts and techniques.
- Assisted with data collection activities related to cost reduction projects.
Water Spider
Hayward Industries
Clemmons, NC
12.2012 - 07.2013
- Tigershark Material Handler/ Extruded Aluminum Building
- Received and distributed incoming materials to designated areas.
- Inspected materials for any damages or defects upon receipt.
- Monitored stock levels and placed orders when necessary to replenish supplies.
- Started working with our KPO Department to assist in construction of workcells.
Machine Operator
Hayward Industries
Clemmons, NC
10.2011 - 12.2012
- Injection Molding Labor Grade 2
- Inspected finished products for defects, such as warping, cracking, voids, and other irregularities.
- Safely operated ultrasonic welding equipment, drill presses, and testing equipment.
Machine Operator
Hayward Industries
Clemmons, NC
02.2011 - 10.2011
- Flow Control
- Inspected finished products for defects, such as warping, cracking, voids, and other irregularities.
- Safely operated ultrasonic welding equipment, drill presses, and testing equipment.
Machine Operator
Hayward Industries
Clemmons, NC
10.2010 - 02.2011
- Injection Molding Labor Grade 2
- Inspected finished products for defects, such as warping, cracking, voids, and other irregularities.
- Safely operated ultrasonic welding equipment, drill presses, and testing equipment.
Education
North Davidson High School
Welcome, NC06.2010
Skills
- Extruded Aluminum Building
- Handling employee safety issues
- Assembler training
- Process Improvement
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Workflow Coordination
- Manpower planning
- Workplace Safety
- Report Generation
- Employee Coaching
- Operations Management
- Production Scheduling
- Strong Lean/Kaizen Background
- Excel
- Powerpoint
- Google Sheets/Docs
- SolidWorks
- Sequence
- AS400
- Value Stream Mapping
- Process Mapping
- Lean Trainer
- Leadership
- Supervision
- Team Building
- 5S methodology
- Waste Reduction
- Data-driven decision-making
- Project Management
- Problem-Solving
- Decision-Making
- Relationship Building
- Creative Thinking
- Continuous Improvement
- Multitasking
- Professional Demeanor
Languages
English
Awards
RJG Level 1
Timeline
Assembly Supervisor
Hayward Industries
02.2021 - Current
Lean Facilitator
Hayward Industries
05.2019 - 02.2021
Lean Coordinator
Hayward Industries
07.2013 - 05.2019
Water Spider
Hayward Industries
12.2012 - 07.2013
Machine Operator
Hayward Industries
10.2011 - 12.2012
Machine Operator
Hayward Industries
02.2011 - 10.2011
Machine Operator
Hayward Industries
10.2010 - 02.2011
North Davidson High School
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