Jeremy Stephens
Decatur,IL
Summary
Results-driven Senior Production Manager with a proven track record in operational efficiency, cost reduction, and health and safety compliance. Expertise in leading cross-functional teams and implementing lean manufacturing principles to enhance workflow.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Production Manager
Caterpillar
Decatur, IL
07.2023 - 05.2026
- Oversaw production schedules, ensuring timely delivery of quality products to meet customer demands.
- Led cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and streamline manufacturing processes.
- Implemented lean manufacturing principles, reducing waste and improving workflow effectiveness across the production line.
- Mentored junior managers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and skill development within the team.
- Established safety protocols that improved workplace conditions while maintaining compliance with industry regulations.
Production Manager
Caterpillar
Decatur, IL
01.2011 - 07.2023
- Streamlined production processes to enhance operational efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Led cross-functional teams in implementing lean manufacturing principles to optimize workflow.
- Developed and enforced safety protocols, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends, driving strategic decisions for capacity planning and resource allocation.
- Coordinated supply chain logistics to ensure timely availability of materials for uninterrupted production flows.
Scheduling Analyst
Caterpillar
Decatur, IL
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Analyzed scheduling data to optimize resource allocation and improve operational efficiency.
- Developed and maintained scheduling tools, enhancing visibility across project timelines.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on project schedules and deliverables.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced scheduling conflicts and increased productivity.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mt.Zion High School
Mount Zion IllinoisSkills
- Material planning
- Operational efficiency
- Health and safety compliance
- Workflow optimization
- Waste reduction
- Scheduling expertise
- Cost reduction
- Production forecasting
- Dedication to product quality
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of five managers and 70+ hourly staff members.
- Proficiently supervised a Value Stream consisting of five production lines, oversaw materials inspection, scheduled production and conducted weekly physical inventories.
Certification
- 30 hour OSHA Certification,
- Certified Green Belt
Timeline
Senior Production Manager
Caterpillar
07.2023 - 05.2026
Production Manager
Caterpillar
01.2011 - 07.2023
Scheduling Analyst
Caterpillar
01.2010 - 01.2011
High School Diploma -
Mt.Zion High School