Howard Gardner
welder
Pekin,IL
Summary
Accomplished Production Supervisor with over 30 years of experience, adept in Quality Control and mentoring. Excelled in enhancing production quality, achieving significant reductions in workplace incidents, and exceeding production targets through effective staff management and process improvement. Demonstrated expertise in Mig and Tig welding, showcasing a commitment to continuous improvement and safety compliance. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Versatile Production Supervisor knowledgeable about equipment operation, quality standards and safety hazards. Versed in documentation, compliance and scheduling. Streamlines workflow to maintain productivity and proactively addresses challenges to minimize downtime. Willing to relocate.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
Morton Industries
05.2011 - Current
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
- Managed team of 40 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines and payroll.
- Consistently met or exceeded production targets while maintaining strict quality standards, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
- Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
- Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
- Optimized workflow through effective resource allocation and scheduling adjustments.
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Implemented safety protocols and conducted regular audits, achieving a reduction in workplace accidents and incidents.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly against established benchmarks for ongoing personnel development.
- Enhanced production
- 30 years experience Mig and Tig weld
- Fabricate products per Blueprint. layout and Schematic Interpretation
- Forklifts to unload, load and transport items
- Use of grinders, hand tools, measuring/leveling tools
- Operate Robotic Mig Welder
- Complete welds in flat, horizontal, vertical, overhead position
Education
GED -
Pekin Community High School
Pekin06.1995
Skills
- Quality Control
- Continuous Improvement
- Production Management
- Training and mentoring
- Production targets
- Health and safety compliance
- Staff Management
- Worker Training
- Schedule Management
- Assembly and production
- Production Planning
- Process Improvement
- Materials Handling
- Production and processing
- Quality Assurance
- Compliance understanding
- Quick Learner and open to learn new things
- Work Area Inspection
- Flexible Schedule
- Standard Operating Procedures
Accomplishments
Being able to repair and maintain high-pressure situations while achieving a high on time repair rate.
Develops high-performing teams by training and mentoring junior welders in all aspects of fabrication, including blueprint and design reading
Supervised team of 40 staff members.
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Morton Industries
05.2011 - Current
GED -
Pekin Community High School
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