Gale Kountz
Campbell,OH
Summary
Talented Production Worker offering several years of experience in warehouse and manufacturing environments. Focused on being productive and safety-minded at all times. Proven provider of low-risk production and manufacturing services. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Production Technician
Classic Optical Lab
Youngstown, Ohio
03.2019 - Current
- Assisted in the implementation of safety protocols within the facility to protect personnel from potential hazards.
- Organized workflow to maximize efficiency while minimizing waste throughout each stage of the production process.
- Ensured that all work completed met company policies and procedures regarding quality assurance standards.
- Provided training and guidance to new staff members on the use of production equipment.
- Identified and resolved technical issues with production machinery in a timely manner.
- Conducted regular quality checks on products to ensure compliance with standards.
- Adhered to safety protocols and regulations to ensure a safe working environment for all employees.
Operations Lead /Technical Lead
Classic Optical Lab
Youngstown, Ohio
03.2019 - Current
- Providing guidance and mentorship for junior staff members.
- Ensuring all staff members have the necessary resources, training and support to carry out their roles successfully.
- Conducting regular meetings with team members to discuss progress and identify areas for improvement.
- Analyzing data from operations logs to identify trends or patterns that could impact performance outcomes.
- Leading a team to ensure operational processes and procedures are followed efficiently and effectively.
- Ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and industry standards.
- Resolving escalated issues involving customers, vendors or employees.
- Performing root cause analysis of any problems encountered in operations.
- Trained, mentored and motivated employees to maximize team productivity.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations, providing feedback and development opportunities to staff.
- Analyzed operational data to identify trends and implement strategic improvements.
- Implemented new operational procedures, resulting an increase in process efficiency.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Breakage Analyst
Classic Optical Lab
Youngstown, Ohio
03.2019 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of all data collected during analysis processes.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements across the organization.
- Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results.
- Oversaw quality control to identify inconsistencies and malfunctions.
- Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Quality Control Inspector
Treemen Industries
Boardman, OH
09.2014 - 03.2019
- Inspected products for defects and conformance to customer specifications using precision measuring instruments.
- Monitored production processes to ensure quality standards were met and documented results of inspections.
- Trained new employees on proper use of test equipment and inspection techniques.
- Verified accuracy of product labels, including expiration dates and lot numbers.
- Adhered strictly to Good Manufacturing Practices guidelines at all times.
- Ensured that all products met customer requirements prior to shipment.
- Conducted root cause analysis investigations when issues arose with production processes or end-products.
- Communicated effectively with management regarding progress toward meeting quality objectives.
Supervisor /Pinsetter Mechanic
Wedgewood Lanes
Youngstown, OH
11.1985 - 09.2014
- Ensured compliance with workplace safety regulations by providing training sessions for all staff members.
- Recruited, hired, trained, mentored, coached, evaluated, and terminated staff as necessary.
- Performed monthly inventory checks to ensure sufficient stock levels for all products.
- Created new strategies for improving customer service standards within the organization.
- Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
- Monitored employee productivity levels on a regular basis to identify areas of improvement.
- Conducted weekly meetings with team members to discuss upcoming tasks and project deadlines.
- Fostered a positive and motivating work environment, leading to an increase in team morale.
- Managed budget for department, ensuring all expenses stayed within allocated funds.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements, leading to cost reductions and increased productivity.
- Negotiated with vendors and suppliers to secure advantageous terms and pricing.
- Acted as a liaison between upper management and staff, facilitating open communication.
- Trained new employees on company policies, job duties, and performance expectations.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Oversaw quality control to identify inconsistencies and malfunctions.
Education
Certification - Brunswick A- A2 Machines / Automatic Scoring
Pinsetter Mechanic School
Youngstown, OH06-1992
Certification - Law Enforcement/private Security
Harding Business College
Youngstown, OH06-1991
High School Diploma -
Struthers High School
Struthers, OH06-1990
Skills
- Operational Excellence
- Six Sigma principles-white/ yellow belt
- Quality Control Analysis
- Advanced troubleshooting
- Mechanical Aptitude
- leonardo course - leading people
- leonardo course - innovation / creativity
- leonardo course - difficult interactions
- reference inspector training
Timeline
Sr. Production Technician
Classic Optical Lab
03.2019 - Current
Operations Lead /Technical Lead
Classic Optical Lab
03.2019 - Current
Breakage Analyst
Classic Optical Lab
03.2019 - Current
Quality Control Inspector
Treemen Industries
09.2014 - 03.2019
Supervisor /Pinsetter Mechanic
Wedgewood Lanes
11.1985 - 09.2014
Certification - Brunswick A- A2 Machines / Automatic Scoring
Pinsetter Mechanic School
Certification - Law Enforcement/private Security
Harding Business College
High School Diploma -
Struthers High School
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