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James Stidham

Lincoln Park,MI

Summary

Multi-talented Production Manager experienced in multiple dual shot machines, valve gates and hot runner systems. Also, knowledgeable in pneumatic robots and pickers with a understanding of secondary assembly systems. Creative leader with motivational supervisory methods. Proactive and successful at anticipating needs and making adjustments to schedules, materials and workflow. Ready to bring expertise to company needing hands-on, knowledgeable and resourceful leader.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Production Manager

MFP Seals
12.2024 - 07.2025
  • Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
  • Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
  • Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Created streamlined production schedules and collaborated with production employees to communicate objectives and goals.

Supervisor

Mayco International
03.2022 - 11.2024
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
  • Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.

Carpenter

C.A. Hull
06.2020 - 01.2022
  • Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
  • Completed installations of building structures and concrete.
  • Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
  • Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.

Process Technician/Shift Supervisor

Automotive Lighting
01.2015 - 01.2020
  • Complied with safety rules and standards to maximize efficiencies while reducing accidents.
  • Provided technical support to all projects and provided research for all developmental teams.
  • Ensured quality standards were being met and repaired machines as needed.
  • Monitored all objectives and communicated with various teams regarding performance.


Process Technician

US Farathane
06.2011 - 01.2015
  • Performed maintenance on machinery and escalated major malfunctions to supervisor for immediate assistance.
  • Complied with safety rules and standards to maximize efficiencies while reducing accidents.
  • Attended training seminars and met with vendors to understand new equipment and train other employees.


Process Technician

Tribar Manufacturing
03.2003 - 06.2011
  • Performed electrical and mechanical troubleshooting on equipment.
  • Administered processes, resolved issues and recommended improvements for all structure methods.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on equipment during scheduled downtime.
  • Took care to maintain COMSEC and INFOSEC in operations and actions to preserve operational integrity.
  • Complied with safety rules and standards to maximize efficiencies while reducing accidents.


Education

Fenton High School
Fenton, MI

Skills

  • Preventive maintenance oversight
  • Production optimization
  • Quality assurance
  • Equipment utilization
  • OSHA regulations
  • Operations management
  • Team development
  • Dedication to product quality
  • Lean manufacturing
  • Materials management
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Strong leadership

Certification

RJG Certified

Timeline

Production Manager

MFP Seals
12.2024 - 07.2025

Supervisor

Mayco International
03.2022 - 11.2024

Carpenter

C.A. Hull
06.2020 - 01.2022

Process Technician/Shift Supervisor

Automotive Lighting
01.2015 - 01.2020

Process Technician

US Farathane
06.2011 - 01.2015

Process Technician

Tribar Manufacturing
03.2003 - 06.2011

Fenton High School

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