Gavin Harwey
Aurora,Illinois
Summary
Accomplished Production Manager with a proven track record at Colony Display LLC, enhancing productivity and quality through strategic leadership and continuous improvement. Skilled in production planning and team development, successfully managed projects for major clients, achieving strategic objectives while ensuring high customer satisfaction. Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting and strong decision-making, significantly reducing production defects with 100% on time delivery.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Manager
Colony Display LLC
Batavia, IL
01.2022 - Current
- Directed and managed teams ranging from 40 to 100 professionals, driving collaboration and achieving strategic objectives.
- Managed multiple projects/ customers ( Sephora, Lowes, Home Depot, Bass Pro Shop, Burlington) 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.
Continuous Improvement/ Quality Control Manager
Colony Display LLC
Batavia, IL
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify potential areas of improvement in production processes, leading to enhanced product quality.
- Reduced production defects by closely monitoring manufacturing processes and providing timely feedback to production teams.
- Determined quality department standards, practices, and procedures.
Production Manager
Colony Display LLC
Batavia, IL
08.2020 - 01.2021
2nd Shift Lead
Nu-Way Industries
Des Plaines, IL
07.2018 - 07.2020
- Managed personnel scheduling to ensure adequate staffing levels while minimizing overtime.
- Facilitated cross-training among team members to maximize flexibility and adaptability during peak periods or absences.
- Coordinate parts and pushing them through the needed processes.
- Streamlined communication between shifts for seamless handovers and increased overall efficiency.
- Reduced downtime by proactively addressing potential issues with equipment maintenance plans.
CNC Laser/ Turret Operator/Machine Setup Operator
Nu-Way Industries
Des Plaines, IL
11.2017 - 07.2018
- Reduced downtime by swiftly troubleshooting and resolving mechanical issues on turret machines.
- Maintained accurate records of machine performance, production data, and quality checks for management review.
- Used gauges, calipers, and other devices to take measurements and identify problems.
- Utilized CAD and CAM software to design tool paths, select cutting tools and set machine parameters.
Education
GED -
Waubonsee Community College
Aurora, IL09-2024
Skills
- Team development
- Production planning
- Communication
- Troubleshooting
- Decision-making
- Strong leadership
- 7 years of Epicor experience (ERP)
Certification
Prima Power Laser/ Turret setup/ operator
5s
8D and root cause analysis
Timeline
Production Manager
Colony Display LLC
01.2022 - Current
Continuous Improvement/ Quality Control Manager
Colony Display LLC
01.2021 - 01.2022
Production Manager
Colony Display LLC
08.2020 - 01.2021
2nd Shift Lead
Nu-Way Industries
07.2018 - 07.2020
CNC Laser/ Turret Operator/Machine Setup Operator
Nu-Way Industries
11.2017 - 07.2018
GED -
Waubonsee Community College