James Uphold
Rudolph,OH
Summary
Results-driven Supervisor of Factory Operations with expertise in employee training, cost reduction strategies, and lean manufacturing. Proven success in enhancing workflow efficiency and ensuring quality standards.
Dynamic Supervisor with extensive experience in factory operations, focusing on team collaboration and problem-solving. Achievements include implementing process improvements that reduced downtime and increased overall production efficiency while fostering a culture of quality and accountability.
Equipment I have trained on include:
Bob caat
Fork life
Overhead crane
Order picker
Electric stand on fork lift
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisor of Factory Operations
Sterling Pipe & Tube, Inc.
Toledo, OH
04.2021 - 03.2026
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure adherence to production schedules and quality standards.
- Trained and mentored team members on safety protocols and operational efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to solve operational challenges and optimize resource allocation.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations to assess employee productivity and identify training needs.
- Developed standard operating procedures that improved consistency across operations.
- Led root cause analysis initiatives to address production issues and implement corrective actions.
- Established clear lines of responsibility among staff members by clearly defining roles and expectations, resulting in increased accountability and performance.
- Evaluated employee performance through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback and support for continuous improvement efforts.
- Streamlined factory operations by implementing efficient production schedules and optimizing resource allocation.
- Reduced machine downtime for increased productivity by conducting regular maintenance checks and addressing issues promptly.
- Led team meetings to foster open communication channels among staff members, promoting a collaborative work environment conducive to problem-solving and innovation.
- Implemented lean manufacturing principles for a more streamlined workflow, leading to improved operational efficiency.
- Spearheaded successful efforts towards achieving ISO certification, demonstrating a commitment to upholding industry standards of quality management systems within the factory operations unit.
- Increased overall production efficiency by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and implementing targeted solutions.
- Created an inclusive work environment by promoting diversity initiatives and fostering a culture of mutual respect among employees.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to facilitate smooth communication between departments, resulting in seamless execution of complex projects.
- Implemented cost-saving measures throughout the production process, leading to significant reductions in overhead expenses without compromising product quality or worker satisfaction.
- Led productive, motivated and loyal manufacturing team and generated factory-wide customer focus and pride in workmanship.
- Communicated factory operational needs, objectives and performance standards with senior management and earned full upper management support.
- Delivered factory-level communications and tactical direction and drove achievement of quality, delivery, productivity and financial performance goals and objectives.
- Spearheaded product and process quality initiatives with full compliance to internal, industry and customer quality standards.
- Created and implemented strategies for improving operational efficiency and accuracy.
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.
- Interpreted work order information and specifications to plan, schedule and complete jobs precisely.
- Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
- Kept accurate and detailed records of personnel progress and productivity.
- Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
- Enhanced processes by pinpointing bottlenecks and working with supervisor to resolve.
- Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labor, equipment and materials.
- Cultivated professional working relationships with peers and supervisors.
Education
High School Diploma -
State of Kentucky
Richmond, KYSkills
- Employee training
- Health and safety compliance
- Scheduling coordination
- Production management
- Waste reduction
- Cost reduction strategies
- Machine operation
- Industrial safety
- Production reporting
- Mentoring and training
- Waste minimization
- Lean manufacturing
- Operations management
- Manufacturing operations
- Cost reduction
- Facility management
- ISO standards
- Workforce scheduling
- Energy efficiency
- Decision-making
- Quality control
- Safety procedures
- Performance monitoring
- Staff supervision
- Problem-solving
- Training and mentoring
- Documentation and reporting
- Assigning work
- Shift scheduling
- Incidents management
- Conflict resolution
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Equipment operation
- Relationship building
- Production error correction
- Performance improvement
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Production coordination
- Coaching and mentoring
- Interpreting job specifications
- Coordinating daily operations
- Equipment maintenance
- Work area inspection
- Active listening
- Quality assurance
- Critical thinking
- Strategy development
- Materials inspection
- Performance reporting
- Solutions development
Certification
CPR
Blood born pathogens
Fork lift
Timeline
Supervisor of Factory Operations
Sterling Pipe & Tube, Inc.
04.2021 - 03.2026
High School Diploma -
State of Kentucky