Gary Blazer
Newport,TN
Summary
Adept at driving operational efficiency and productivity improvements, I excelled as a Production Manager at Eastern Plating LLC, where I enhanced quality control and fostered a culture of continuous improvement. With strong leadership abilities and expertise in production planning, I consistently met budget constraints and increased productivity, showcasing my capacity for critical thinking and team motivation.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Manager
Eastern Plating LLC
Newport,TN
07.2017 - Current
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
- Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging open communication between team members and regularly soliciting feedback on operational procedures.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products according to customer requirements.
Lead Supervisor
Old Dominion Freight Lines
Morristown, TN
08.1998 - 02.2017
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills, motivating team members to reach their full potential through coaching and mentoring efforts.
- Assisted upper management in achieving long-term company objectives with timely execution of key projects.
- Championed employee development by offering regular training opportunities, supporting professional growth, and cultivating a culture of learning.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Delivered superior customer service in every interaction and skillfully resolved conflicts.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging staff input on process enhancements or procedural changes that would benefit the organization as a whole.
United States Marine Corp
Government
Camp Lejeune, NC
07.1994 - 07.1998
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Education
Cocke County High School
Newport, TN05.1994
Skills
- Production Planning
- Operations Management
- Strong leadership abilities
- Staff Management
- Production Scheduling
- Logistics
- Capacity Planning
- ISO Standards
- Critical Thinking
- Operational Efficiency
Timeline
Production Manager
Eastern Plating LLC
07.2017 - Current
Lead Supervisor
Old Dominion Freight Lines
08.1998 - 02.2017
United States Marine Corp
Government
07.1994 - 07.1998
Cocke County High School
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