Gene Martin
Sumter,SC
Summary
Dynamic Production Supervisor with a proven track record at SKF / Kaydon, excelling in production scheduling and data analysis. Expert in lean manufacturing and employee training, driving significant improvements in efficiency and safety compliance. Adept at fostering cross-functional collaboration to enhance quality control and team performance.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Supervisor
SKF / Kaydon
Sumter, SC
11.2007 - 04.2025
- Managed employees across 7 production lines and monitored accurate and timely completion of production schedules.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production activities.
- Reported and analyzed daily scrap data for the plant.
- Supported safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on use of control points, equipment and resources.
- Collaborated with management team to develop strategies for improving efficiency in the production area.
- Delegated tasks to multiple employees while maintaining efficient workplace.
- Supported safety programs to reduce and eliminate employee injuries.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Provided input for performance reviews and identified areas for additional improvement.
- Oversaw continuous improvement initiatives in lean environment to drive gains in quality, flow and output.
- Kept records of employees' attendance and working hours for accurate calculation of billable cycle.
- Enforced company policies, answered coworkers' questions and trained new personnel.
- Planned production operations while establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing processes.
- Conducted training in equipment operations and safety procedures, briefing employees of hazards associated with work.
- Assisted with troubleshooting equipment malfunctions or operational problems as needed.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Lead Machine Operator
Kaydon Bearings
Sumter, SC
08.1995 - 11.2007
- Loaded and set up equipment for daily machine operation.
- Operated and maintained a variety of machine tools, such as lathes, milling machines, grinders, saws, and drill presses.
- Promoted worksite safety by identifying and mitigating hazards.
- Removed broken or jammed pieces from machinery.
- Worked closely with Quality Control personnel to ensure products meet standards.
- Inspected parts produced to ensure they meet customer specifications.
- Troubleshot machine malfunctions and performed necessary repairs.
- Trained new employees in the safe operation of machinery and other related tasks.
Munitions Supervisor
United States Air Force, USAF
Sumter, SC
06.1983 - 05.1995
- Supervising and training personnel involved in munitions assembly, maintenance, handling, storage.
- Planning and coordinating the transportation of munitions, ensuring safe and secure handling and movement to support daily flying schedules.
- Supervising the process of demolishing or destroying surplus, dangerous or obsolete munitions.
- Supervised the rapid assembly of munitions to support daily combat missions during Operation Desert Storm.
Skills
- Production scheduling
- Employee training
- Equipment maintenance
- Lean manufacturing
- Data analysis
- Safety compliance
- Quality control
- Team management
- Performance evaluation
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Excellent communication
- Problem-solving
- Coordinating daily operations
- Computer skills, Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Safety program enforcement
Certification
- University of South Carolina Moore School of Business Certificate of Management Front Line Certificate Program
Timeline
Production Supervisor
SKF / Kaydon
11.2007 - 04.2025
Lead Machine Operator
Kaydon Bearings
08.1995 - 11.2007
Munitions Supervisor
United States Air Force, USAF
06.1983 - 05.1995