Jeremy Calbaugh
Battle Creek,MI
Summary
Skilled in overseeing production and operating teams, with background in managing workflows, ensuring quality control, and optimizing processes for efficiency. Known for strong leadership capabilities, adept at motivating staff and fostering collaborative work environments. Successfully enhanced operational effectiveness through strategic planning and problem-solving. Implemented improvements that resulted in increased productivity and reduced downtime across previous roles.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
Smurfit Westrock
Battle Creek, MI
03.2022 - Current
- Monitored manufacturing variances to achieve quality improvement while resolving product process and equipment problems.
- Ensured safety regulations were followed by all personnel in the production area.
- Provided input for performance reviews and identified areas for additional improvement.
- Collaborated with management team to develop strategies for improving efficiency in the production area.
- Resolved any conflicts between employees in a professional manner.
- Reviewed individual employee performance to correct issues and enhance productivity.
- Trained new staff on production processes and procedures.
- Coordinated production requirements with material handling and staffing functions.
- Conducted training in equipment operations and safety procedures, briefing employees of hazards associated with work.
- Planned production operations while establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing processes.
- Recommended and implemented measures to improve production methods and quality of products.
- Prepared operations data to produce comprehensive reports to management.
- Supported safety programs to reduce and eliminate employee injuries.
- Supported safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on use of control points, equipment and resources.
- Supervised a team of 20+ employees, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently and accurately.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production activities.
- Set up, adjusted and maintained machines to operate at peak levels and meet challenging demands.
- Observed and monitored utilization of equipment.
- Conferred with management and subordinates to resolve problems or complaints.
- Performed minor equipment repairs to keep jobs on task and notified maintenance department of major machinery failures.
- Completed production plans by scheduling and assigning personnel, revising schedules and establishing priorities.
- Monitored staff training and output to meet compliance, productivity and revenue goals.
- Investigated customer complaints related to product quality or delivery times.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Communicated effectively with other departments to ensure smooth workflow from start to finish.
Production Supervisor
Graphic Packaging International
Battle Creek, MI
01.1999 - 03.2022
- Provided input for performance reviews and identified areas for additional improvement.
- Ensured safety regulations were followed by all personnel in the production area.
- Coordinated resources across multiple teams and projects as needed.
- Monitored manufacturing variances to achieve quality improvement while resolving product process and equipment problems.
- Developed and implemented production schedules to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Collaborated with management team to develop strategies for improving efficiency in the production area.
- Resolved any conflicts between employees in a professional manner.
- Reviewed individual employee performance to correct issues and enhance productivity.
- Trained new staff on production processes and procedures.
- Conducted training in equipment operations and safety procedures, briefing employees of hazards associated with work.
- Planned production operations while establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing processes.
- Recommended and implemented measures to improve production methods and quality of products.
- Prepared operations data to produce comprehensive reports to management.
- Supported safety programs to reduce and eliminate employee injuries.
- Supported safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on use of control points, equipment and resources.
- Supervised a team of 20+ employees, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently and accurately.
- Established and updated production schedules to meet changing demands.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production activities.
- Set up, adjusted and maintained machines to operate at peak levels and meet challenging demands.
- Observed and monitored utilization of equipment.
- Conferred with management and subordinates to resolve problems or complaints.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for each employee to identify areas for improvement.
- Performed minor equipment repairs to keep jobs on task and notified maintenance department of major machinery failures.
- Completed production plans by scheduling and assigning personnel, revising schedules and establishing priorities.
- Monitored staff training and output to meet compliance, productivity and revenue goals.
- Communicated effectively with other departments to ensure smooth workflow from start to finish.
- Conducted performance reviews to identify and rectify areas for skill improvement.
- Maintained top-notch quality control standards and eliminated downtime to maximize revenue.
- Delegated tasks to employees and monitored accurate and timely completion of tasks to meet project milestones.
- Provided feedback and guidance to personnel regarding their job performance and development plans.
- Promoted employee safety awareness based on understanding of regulatory mandates and organizational best practices.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - None
Kellogg Community College
Battle Creek, MI01-1998
Marine Corps 1997-2005
- Active Duty, War Time, Iraq
- MOS Heavy Equipment Operator
- Platoon Sergeant
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Smurfit Westrock
03.2022 - Current
Production Supervisor
Graphic Packaging International
01.1999 - 03.2022
Some College (No Degree) - None
Kellogg Community College