Jhon Teran
Gastonia,NC
Summary
With 10+ years of experience in manufacturing and leadership roles, I am a highly skilled Mechanical and Process leader. My expertise lies in equipment setup, process optimization, team collaboration, and training. Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, I have hands on experience in plastic extrusion, process troubleshooting, and cross-functional coordination. Holding certifications in OSHA and CPR, I am proficient in Lean Six Sigma methodologies. I have a strong aptitude for data analysis and a proven track record of driving quality assurance and efficiency improvements.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
Pro Mach
Charlotte, NC
05.2024 - Current
- Maintained accurate production records and ensured compliance with reporting standards.
- Conducted daily inspections and audits of finished products prior to shipment.
- Recommended and implemented process improvements to enhance production efficiency and product quality.
- Completed and submitted daily shift activity reports to the Production Manager.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements through analysis of existing workflows.
- Upheld high housekeeping standards within the extrusion area, promoting a clean and safe work environment.
- Coordinated resources across multiple teams and projects as needed.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for new hires in order to increase productivity.
- Conducted performance reviews to identify and rectify areas for skill improvement.
- Reviewed production schedules and optimized ERP system usage to meet workload demands.
- Developed cost effective strategies to enhance productivity, employee satisfaction, and waste reduction.
- Coordinated with the Maintenance department to schedule timely equipment servicing, minimizing downtime.
- Conducted quality audits and implemented corrective action plans to address deviations.
- Managed and adjusted work procedures to align with production requirements.
- Fostered a positive and motivated team environment, ensuring efficient resource utilization.
- Enforced company policies, safety regulations, and operational procedures.
- Provided problem solving support to staff and maintained open, respectful communication across teams.
- Monitored staff training and output to meet compliance, productivity and revenue goals.
- Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion.
- Oversaw continuous improvement initiatives in lean environment to drive gains in quality, flow and output.
- Set up, adjusted and maintained machines to operate at peak levels and meet challenging demands.
Engineering Technician Level 2
Hunter Douglas
Bessemer City, NC
11.2021 - 10.2023
- Utilize data to develop & implement future state improvements with regard to safety, product quality, fabrication efficiency, process flow, material utilization, ergonomics & ease of fabrication
- Evaluate fabrication equipment & fixtures to identify automation or semi-automation opportunities
- Optimize shop floor processes through the OneHD initiative by implementing SAP Manufacturing Integration Intelligence (MII), increasing productivity, and reducing re-make and return rate
- Study, research, and design new product development using computer-aided design software such as SolidWorks
- Install, repair, and maintain mechanical equipment to maintain product tolerance and minimize downtime
- Studied process and performed time studies on each step
- Performed machine capability (CMK) reports to gain knowledge on machine bottlenecking
- Located underperforming station, fabricated, and added new workstations, and rationed out specific processes to have cycle times correlate accurately
Process and Asset Specialist
Advance Drainage Systems
Bessemer City, NC
08.2018 - 11.2021
- Manage changeovers and machines' downtime while closing gaps in the process
- Operation of Plastic extrusion machinery
- Identified and implemented strategies to achieve efficiency gains, contributing to overall changeover effectiveness
- Troubleshoot mechanical and process problems that could impact production goals promptly
- Performed quality checks on products, adjusted machinery to specific measurements
- Perform routine checks and repairs on all traveling machinery, replacing band heaters, thermal couplers, and wiring, and testing all components on die heads and injection molds to assure a smooth production run
- Conducted comprehensive training sessions for employees to enhance their skills and knowledge in manufacturing processes and equipment usage
- Key responsibilities included data tracking, OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) improvement initiatives, action plan creation, tooling coordination, inspection processes, and continuous process analysis
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, effective leadership skills, computer proficiency, excellent communication, and a solid technical comprehension throughout the role
Team Lead
Dole Vegetables
Bessemer City, NC
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Daily safety inspections
- Review production schedule and planned sequences for start-up
- Prepared detailed departmental performance reports, capturing relevant metrics and achievements that contributed to data-driven decision-making and enhanced overall productivity
- Calculated, monitored, and managed product requirements and inventory levels, maintaining optimal stock levels and minimizing supply interruptions
- Successfully assigned tasks, set achievable goals, and ensured the effective distribution of work among team members to optimize efficiency
- Train new hires
Education
Bachelor - Mechanical Engineering
Gaston Community College
Dallas, North Carolina12.2026
Associates - Mechanical Engineering technology
Gaston Community College
Dallas, North Carolina04.2024
Skills
- Leadership
- Lean Six Sigma
- Electrical Knowledge
- Quality Assurance
- Plastic injection molding
- Tooling and Asset repair/troubleshoot
- Machinery Operator
- 3D sketching
- Root Cause Analysis
- Strong leader
- Quality control
- Mechanical aptitude
- Troubleshooting
- Project management
- Manufacturing process controls
- Product development
- Process optimization
- Team building
- Employee training
- Work instructions
- System testing
- Maintenance and repairs
- Materials testing
- SAP
- Proficient in SolidWorks
- Computer-aided design
- Equipment inspection
- 2D and 3D modeling
- Product improvement
- Excellent communication techniques
- Engineering standards expert
- Engineering operational functions
- Equipment operation
- Project scheduling
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Pro Mach
05.2024 - Current
Engineering Technician Level 2
Hunter Douglas
11.2021 - 10.2023
Process and Asset Specialist
Advance Drainage Systems
08.2018 - 11.2021
Team Lead
Dole Vegetables
08.2016 - 08.2018
Bachelor - Mechanical Engineering
Gaston Community College
Associates - Mechanical Engineering technology
Gaston Community College
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