Ivan Cruz
Woodbury,NJ
Summary
Decisive and effective production supervisor skilled in leading cross-functional teams to meet customer demands and deadlines. Focused decision maker with demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams in the design, development and launch of leading-edge solutions and processes. Manufacturing supervisor successful at exceeding production, revenue and quality standards through effective leadership and cross-training. Dedicated leader with demonstrated ability to train, manage and motivate team members to achieve organizational objectives. Coached, trained and mentored 300 associates to maximize performance by 100% and meet productivity goals. Methodical Warehouse Supervisor skilled in warehouse organization and team management displayed over 15 years of superior performance in warehouse roles. Pursuing a role to apply knowledge of shipping and receiving documentation, warehouse safety and inventory management.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor/Operations Manager
Johnson and Matthey
01.2022 - Current
- Oversaw daily production schedules to ensure timely completion of manufacturing targets
- Trained and mentored team members on safe operating procedures and equipment usage
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced production efficiency and reduced downtime
- Monitored inventory levels and coordinated with supply chain for optimal material availability
- Conducted quality control inspections to maintain product standards and compliance with regulations
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve production issues and streamline workflows
- 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.
- Optimized workflow through effective resource allocation and scheduling adjustments.
- Conducted performance reviews, identifying areas for development and providing constructive feedback.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss progress and address any issues, promoting open communication.
- Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
Senior Production Supervisor
Bridor USA
09.2019 - 01.2022
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement
- Strengthened performance metrics tracking and analysis to enhance tactical and strategic company plans
- Oversaw inventory and product stock to develop and maintain inventory controls resulting in cost savings and reduced overages
- Created and implemented strategies for improving operational efficiency and accuracy
- Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain efficiency and responsiveness to demands
- Kept accurate and detailed records of personnel progress and productivity
- Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, providing hands-on training and mentoring to individuals with lagging skills
- Collaborated with internal teams to optimize operations across materials handling, production and shipping
- Managed company operations, including staff hiring, training, development, scheduling and supervision
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts
- Oversaw loading and unloading of packages in warehouse
- Conducted routine inspections of incoming materials to check quality and compliance with established product specifications
- Evaluated employees' strengths and assigned tasks based upon experience and training
Production Supervisor
Green Chef Corporation
11.2017 - 09.2019
- Minimized resource and time losses by addressing employee or production issue directly and implementing timely solutions
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, providing hands-on training and mentoring to individuals with lagging skills
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts
- Collaborated with internal teams to optimize operations across materials handling, production and shipping
- Reworked positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets
- Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment efficiency, reviewing materials supplies and organizing manpower
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards
- Set and revised production schedules to meet changing demands
Warehouse Operations supervisor
Owens & Minor Inc
03.2013 - 10.2017
- Addressed and resolved customer product complaints empathetically and professionally
- Supported manager and supervisor with daily operational functions
- Developed new process for employee evaluation which resulted in marked performance improvements
- Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free
- Alternated goods in inventory by observing “first in, first out” approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked
- Kept all documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or deliver
- Performed troubleshooting to resolve issues with equipment, devices and products
- Maintained high levels of accuracy in daily operations
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing 45 employees during 8 hour shifts
Warehouse Supervisor
Cardinal Health
06.2006 - 03.2013
- Successfully managed production activities so all orders were shipped on time
- Investigated and implement ideas for quality improvement, increased productivity and cost reduction
- Managed documentation of and training on production procedures and work instructions
- Maintained and communicated daily productivity and shipment reports for all departments
- Immediately addressed all expired product dispositions
- Planned, directed, coordinated and assigned manpower to meet aggressive production schedules
- Defined manufacturing performance standards and reviewed the outcome of performance goals to set future targets
- Created and updated department work instructions and reports on a regular basis
- Addressed all personnel issues promptly and professionally
- Managed resource allocation and scheduling of all employees
- Promoted safety policies and practices among personnel, enforcing appropriate handling and use of equipment and products
- Managed day-to-day operations of warehouse, including freight and parcel shipments, returns and transfers
- Completed daily operations on time and maintained high standards of accuracy
- Supervised all warehouse operations, including shipping and receiving, distribution, and workplace safety
- Supported production workers in meeting goals without compromising safety and compliance
- Maintained high levels of accuracy in daily operations
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment
Production Supervisor
la brea backery
05.2003 - 06.2006
- Set and revised production schedules to meet changing demands
- Kept work environments safe and efficient at all times
- Reworked positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards
- Maintained necessary level of communications between shifts
- Coordinated procedures for facility and equipment maintenance or modification, including the replacement of machines
- Calibrated machines to keep them running at peak performance
- Monitored product standards and quality-control programs
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals
- Ensured that all health and safety guidelines were followed
- Planned, scheduled and delegated daily work
Production Supervisor
Graver Technologies LLC
02.1999 - 05.2002
- Reworked positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets
- Set and revised production schedules to meet changing demands
- Kept work environments safe and efficient at all times
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards
- Planned, scheduled and delegated daily work
- Responsible for achieving production requirements
- Employed different welding techniques to assemble parts and components
- Adjusted alignment of drills, cutters, dies, guides, and holding devices
- Kept work areas clean and neat
- Calibrated machines to keep them running at peak performance
- Fabricated large and small parts per drawing and assembled parts as required
- Collated components for assembly
- Read and followed standard operating procedures
- Maintained quality assurance and customer satisfaction objectives
- Supervised and motivated staff and management
- Managed team performance by training, mentoring, disciplining and motivating employees
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality
Education
Barchelor - Business Administration
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN06-2029
Skills
- Strong leadership abilities very dependable
- Root cause analysis
- Quality assurance training
- knows how to operate most of all industrial equipment such a pallet jack, forklift ,reach truck order picker
- Safety and compliance
- Staff management
- Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Excellent team building skills
- Skilled in Kronos
- Continuous improvement
- Training and mentoring
Accomplishments
- Reduced operational expenses by 10% by streamlining branch operations
- Promoted to supervisor after 1 years with the company
- Promoted to lead after 2 years with the company
- Promoted to / specialist after 1 year with the company
- Reduced lost workdays and recordable incidents to 0 by implementing a safety awareness program
- Supervised team of 75 staff members
- Collaborated with team of [7 in the development of black belt project
- Machine Set Up
Gave directions to other workers regarding machine set-up and use - Safety Audit
Led monthly safety audits to monitor employee behavior and ensure safe compliance with company policies and safety regulations - Production
Consistently met production and schedule levels - Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets
Timeline
Production Supervisor/Operations Manager
Johnson and Matthey
01.2022 - Current
Senior Production Supervisor
Bridor USA
09.2019 - 01.2022
Production Supervisor
Green Chef Corporation
11.2017 - 09.2019
Warehouse Operations supervisor
Owens & Minor Inc
03.2013 - 10.2017
Warehouse Supervisor
Cardinal Health
06.2006 - 03.2013
Production Supervisor
la brea backery
05.2003 - 06.2006
Production Supervisor
Graver Technologies LLC
02.1999 - 05.2002
Barchelor - Business Administration
Purdue University
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