Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Jeremy Rogala

Jeremy Rogala

Cary,Illinois

Summary

Experienced Production Leader with 6 years of experience monitoring manufacturing of food flavors. First-rate leadership and team building talents with understanding of manufacturing deadlines and goals. Adept at troubleshooting machine issues and performing repairs. Organized, goal-oriented motivator of team members to meet production goals. Talented Production Leader possessing expertise in lean manufacturing and a strong 5S program. Adept at performing audits to standardize work. Actively and positively supports company policies and procedures and delivers training to operators on special work instructions. Motivational and hardworking with proficiency in Microsoft office and ERP systems. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Production Lead II

Synergy Flavors Inc.
09.2013 - 10.2022
  • Supported employees by accurately tracking time and proactively resolving any conflicts.
  • Trained workers in proper operation, calibration and maintenance of production line equipment.
  • Handled production line documentation for waste, downtime and output.
  • Monitored employee activities to verify consistent use of good manufacturing principles.
  • Communicated clear instructions for general operations and product-specific runs to prevent errors and rework.
  • Contributed to continuous improvement and lean initiatives by implementing directives.
  • Organized regular production line cleaning and sanitation to prevent contamination and consumer illnesses.
  • Kept production line ready for monthly inspections and yearly audits by consistently following optimal processes.
  • Operated equipment such as forklifts and overhead cranes to safely move heavy loads.
  • Coordinated effective schedules for production employees.
  • Sustained tour-ready production line through continuous and effective housekeeping plans.
  • Worked with supervisor and other team leads to manage and prioritize staffing assignments to meet customer demand and production schedules.
  • Updated production metrics and facilitate regular team communication.
  • Evaluated manufacturing equipment for safety and functionality with regular inspections and preventative maintenance.
  • Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
  • Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
  • Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
  • Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.

Floor Coverings Manager

Menards
03.2008 - 08.2011
  • Motivated sales team to exceed sales quotas through friendly competition and other incentive programs.
  • Assisted customers with Product selection through carefully curated questions.
  • Trained and supported sales force with closing deals.
  • Developed strong and lasting rapport to improve customer service and retain valued customers.
  • Taught salespeople to close deals and improve sales performance to increase revenue for company.
  • Demonstrated product and answered questions for prospective customers.
  • Set sales goals and tracked progress using payroll software.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.

Education

High School Diploma -

Cary-Grove High School
Cary, IL
05.2007

Skills

  • Equipment Operation
  • Troubleshooting
  • Project Management
  • Operational Procedures
  • Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
  • Quality Control Guidelines
  • Predictive and Preventive Maintenance
  • Strategic Decision-Making
  • Technical Documentation
  • Logistics
  • Continuous Improvement Process
  • Standard Operating Procedures Proficient

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 30 staff members.
  • Held 3 different leadership roles with Synergy flavors.

Certification

Lean manufacturing yellow belt.


Leadership trained by DDI.


Forklift certified

Timeline

Production Lead II

Synergy Flavors Inc.
09.2013 - 10.2022

Floor Coverings Manager

Menards
03.2008 - 08.2011

High School Diploma -

Cary-Grove High School
Jeremy Rogala