I used to referee hockey at the Jr Level, now I assign and develop young officials who want to get in the system
I enjoy road trips , getting in the car and just going
Gerry Rush
Hamilton,ON
Summary
Dynamic Manufacturing Production Supervisor with extensive experience at Ford Motor of Canada, adept in operations management and workforce planning. Proven track record in implementing Kaizen principles to enhance efficiency and boost team morale. Skilled in developing strong working relationships while ensuring health and safety compliance across diverse production environments.
Talented Process Coach experienced in Production and Manufacturing. Focused on quality of materials and finished products, as well as accomplishing challenging business objectives. Adaptable and responsive leader with decisive and detail-oriented mindset. I look forward to new challenges, such as working in other areas of production. I look forward and very interested in working with our OAC Stamping group.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
Ford Motor of Canada
02.2002 - Current
- Supervised daily production operations, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Worked in Trim for 5 years , working my way around several Zones
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
- Boosted employee morale by fostering a positive work environment, recognizing exceptional performance, and addressing concerns in a timely manner.
- Coordinated workflow between departments to enhance efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives that optimized manufacturing processes.
- Trained and mentored team members on operational best practices and safety protocols. Became a Training Supervisor for new Salary Workforce.
- Worked in several departments over the years such as Trim , Chassis, MPL.
- Worked 3 years on the Launch Team in the Quality Department making sue all specs were met in Torque and overall finish.
- Spearheaded employee development initiatives by conducting regular performance reviews, setting achievable goals, and providing support for professional growth opportunities.
- Managed inventory levels efficiently to ensure availability of raw materials for uninterrupted production runs while avoiding excess stockpiles.
- Worked as a senior Process Coach in Trim (Acting for 3 months filling in while the regular SPC was not available. I did 2 rounds of coverage in this position
- Enhanced team performance by providing regular coaching, feedback, and training to employees on best practices in manufacturing operations.
- Managed team of 110 production associates on the Door Line overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines, making sure we met JPH
- Was part of of a hiring group of hourly personal for our work force.
- I have been working in the Body Department for the last 6 years covering all Zones , such as Bodysides, Body 2 and Body 3 and Closures . Also worked Body Pre Delivery , making sure all vehicles were completed and ready to be shipped to the customer.
- Was called upon to cover again the SPC when he retired , I did this job for 8 months , also covering for the Team Manager for meetings or activities.
- Was asked to assist at Michigan Assembly Plant with there Launch of the Bronco and Ranger June 0f 2024 to September of 2025. In this time I covered the Ranger production area and Bronco area. I also covered Closures and metal Line when called upon. For 1 week I was asked to cover the SPC while he was on vacation. Also spent some time in Michigan Stamping , learning the area. Wanted to get more training there , but was asked again to cover areas in there Body shop before coming back to OAC.
Sales and Marketing
Genecos Products
09.2000 - 02.2002
- Supported sales and marketing teams in creation and implementation of marketing campaigns.
- Coordinated with sales and marketing teams to identify client needs and develop customized engineering solutions.
- Collaborated with sales and marketing teams to develop targeted promotions, driving customer acquisition and retention.
- Partnered with sales and marketing teams to ensure customer feedback was utilized for continuous improvement initiatives within the organization.
- My territory was North America, some travel was involved.
- Collaborated with sales and marketing teams to identify customer needs, shaping product development initiatives accordingly.
- Produced strong revenue numbers and continued promotional success with continued coaching of sales and marketing teams.
- Boosted revenue generation by collaborating with sales and marketing teams to develop effective promotions.
Supervisor
Ford Motor Company of Canada
06.1998 - 06.2000
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Trained new team members on processes and equipment usage to enhance productivity.
- Coordinated workflow among team members to optimize resource allocation and efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced downtime and increased operational effectiveness.
- Worked in the Trim Area, was fully trained on all Zones
- Moved over to the Engine Line and worked the Frameline
- Monitored production metrics, identifying areas for improvement and addressing performance issues.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
Education
Land Enforcement
Georgian College
Barrie , ONDegree - Sales And Marketing
Sheridan College
Oakville , ON04-1981
Skills
- Manufacturing processes
- Operations management
- Kaizen principles
- Machine operation
- Develop working relationships
- Workforce planning
- Health and safety
- Standard operating procedures
- Ford Production Planning
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Value stream mapping
- Health and safety compliance
- Assembly and production
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing. Green Belt achieved
- Supervised team of other Departments to better production and Quality.
Interests
Timeline
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
Ford Motor of Canada
02.2002 - Current
Sales and Marketing
Genecos Products
09.2000 - 02.2002
Supervisor
Ford Motor Company of Canada
06.1998 - 06.2000
Land Enforcement
Georgian College
Degree - Sales And Marketing
Sheridan College