Jeffrey Ballard
Rockford ,IL
Summary
Dynamic Logistics/Assembly Manager with a proven track record at Gunite, excelling in workflow optimization and production planning. Achieved significant cost savings while enhancing product quality through rigorous inspection protocols. Strong team player, fostering employee engagement and safety improvements, resulting in increased retention and job satisfaction.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics/Assembly Manager
Gunite
06.1990 - 02.2025
- Effectively managed budgetary constraints, identifying opportunities for cost savings without compromising output quality or safety standards.
- Reduced production downtime by proactively addressing equipment maintenance and repair needs.
- Increased product quality by establishing rigorous inspection protocols and employee training programs.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop cost-effective solutions for manufacturing challenges.
- Managed assembly team schedules, ensuring adequate staffing levels to meet production deadlines.
- Ensured adherence to company policies and procedures throughout the entire assembly process, maintaining a high level of compliance at all times.
- Drove employee engagement initiatives that resulted in higher retention rates and increased job satisfaction among assembly line staff members.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular audits and implementing necessary improvements.
- Streamlined workflow processes through successful implementation of lean manufacturing principles resulting in reduced lead times.
- Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management
Rockford University
Rockford, IL05-2021
Associate of Arts - Leadership
Academy Leadership, LLC
Green Bay, WI08-2017
Skills
- Scheduling coordination
- Workflow optimization
- Production planning
- Teamwork
Timeline
Logistics/Assembly Manager
Gunite
06.1990 - 02.2025
Bachelor of Science - Management
Rockford University
Associate of Arts - Leadership
Academy Leadership, LLC
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