James Herron

• Enhanced production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing techniques and reducing waste.
• Optimized workflow through effective resource allocation and scheduling adjustments.
• Reduced equipment downtime by implementing preventive maintenance programs and timely repairs.
• Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
• Streamlined communication between departments, fostering a collaborative work environment for efficient problem-solving.

Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development. Design , Build , Quote troubleshoot , Repair, all aspects of tooling dies and fixtures

• Kept track of material and supply inventories.
• Monitored production and made improvements for quality and productivity.
• Requisitioned replacement tools, parts and equipment.
• Developed new project tooling to meet exact tolerances.
• Inspected items for safety and operability.
• Inspected final products for quality and functionality.
• Assessed need and resourcefully designed jigs, fixtures and templates to aid in production efficiency.
• Minimized resource and time losses by addressing employee or production issue directly and implementing timely solutions.
• Supervised all production phases, including Toolmakers and apprentice ships.
• Evaluated employees' strengths and assigned tasks based upon experience and training.
• Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
• Increased product offerings by 100% through leveraging vendor
• Interpreted work order information and specifications to plan, schedule and complete jobs precisely.
• Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.
• Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
• Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.
• Consistently exceeded work expectations by utilizing welding techniques, engineering requirements and metallurgic knowledge.
• Ran heavy duty lathes, boring machines, mills, planers and grinders to craft products.
• Assembled and set various boring, slotting and turning heads.
• Troubleshot issues with and repaired progressive tooling, robot welding machines and jigs and fixtures.