Jeffry Stewart
Manhattan,Kansas
Summary
Experienced Value Stream Team Leader with strengths in team leadership, operations management, and lean process improvement. Skilled in training, production scheduling, and supporting safe, efficient workflows across supply chain operations.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Value Stream Team Leader August 2021 –
Parker Hannifan
Manhattan, KS
10.2022 - Current
- Monitored safety rules and ensured workplace compliance across Parker Hannifin operations, fostering a safer work environment.
- Resolved customer complaints in an effective manner while maintaining a high level of customer service.
- Promoted to leadership position in recognition of strong work ethic and provided exceptional customer service.
- Developed strategies for problem solving and conflict resolution among team members.
- Guided Parker Hannifin production teams through daily workflow and shift handoffs, ensuring seamless transitions and continuity in operations.
- Distributed tasks to balance workload and meet Parker Hannifin delivery schedules, optimizing team efficiency.
- Support lean initiatives including Kaizen, value stream mapping, Team Improvement Boards, LPAs, and 10-step problem solving.
- Trained team members on equipment operation, quality inspections, and standard work.
- Completed Batesville facility stretch assignment focused on supervisor development, visual systems, production trackers, TIBs, and LPAs.
Production Manager
Auth-Florence
Manhattan, KS
11.2014 - 05.2021
- Managed Fabrication, Paint, and Assembly operations with 98 employees.
- Oversaw production schedules, staffing, resource planning, safety, quality, and daily operations.
- Implemented operating procedures and continuous improvement programs to improve efficiency and consistency.
- Ensured compliance with health, safety, SQF, and GMP requirements.
- Worked cross-functionally with administration and other departments to meet company goals.
- Saved $80,000 by improving procedures and increasing efficiency from 80% to 110%.
Juvenile Correctional Officer
NCKRJDF
Junction City, KS
11.2010 - 11.2014
- Supervised juvenile residents during housing, meals, recreation, and transport.
- Monitored behavior, safety risks, and security concerns throughout shifts.
- De-escalated conflicts using calm communication and firm direction.
- Guided new officers on intake, escort, and housing unit routines.
- Responded to emergencies, alarms, and disorder using approved correctional protocols.
Fire Direction Specialist
United States Army
Fort Riley, KS
05.1998 - 09.2008
- Coordinated fire missions for United States Army field artillery units.
- Calculated firing data using maps, grids, and weapon systems.
- Operated fire direction centers during live training exercises.
- Transmitted target information through Army radio and digital communications.
- Monitored artillery status and updated mission records for commanders.
- Interpreted terrain data for United States Army firing solutions.
- Trained Soldiers on fire direction procedures and equipment use.
- Adhered to safety regulations and standard procedures when operating artillery and explosives.
Education
BBA - Business Administration
American Military University
08-2026
High School Diploma -
Wesson High School
Wesson05-1997
Skills
- Lean Manufacturing
- Value Stream Mapping
- Process improvement
- Continuous Improvement
- Production Planning
- Operations management
- Project management
- Supply chain
- Microsoft Excel
- Root Cause Analysis
- Safety & Quality
- Standardized Work
- Team leadership
- Team Development
- Employee Engagement
- Cross-Functional Communication
- Cross-Functional Communication
Accomplishments
- MBO President's Kaizen - Team modified MBO station 135 to improve overall ergonomics and productivity across our spiral value stream part families. Team eliminated 33 out of 37 high risk tasks from the department while improving overall productivity by 51% leading to an overall P&L impact of $404K annually.
- Completed stretch assignment in the Batesville facility where I helped develop Hourly leads, reduce backlog, implemented visual systems, built production trackers, and started TIBs and LPAs.
- Braider 53 Kaizen – Team converted line driven braider to servo driven, achieving 15% increase in line speed and combined wrapping process inline, achieving 34% UPLH increase. Result was $60K in annual savings.
Timeline
Value Stream Team Leader August 2021 –
Parker Hannifan
10.2022 - Current
Production Manager
Auth-Florence
11.2014 - 05.2021
Juvenile Correctional Officer
NCKRJDF
11.2010 - 11.2014
Fire Direction Specialist
United States Army
05.1998 - 09.2008
BBA - Business Administration
American Military University
High School Diploma -
Wesson High School