John Herman
Charles City,IA
Summary
At Yokohama TWS, I spearheaded continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing practices, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing waste. My expertise in machine operation and strong problem-solving skills contributed to exceeding production targets. Known for exceptional teamwork and communication, I ensured seamless integration across departments, driving significant quality and productivity improvements.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Curing Lead
Yokohama TWS
07.2014 - Current
- Assisted management with continuous improvement initiatives, identifying areas for potential operational enhancements.
- Installed and adjusted blankets and rollers.
- Implemented lean manufacturing practices within the workspace, reducing excess inventory and improving resource utilization rates.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to ensure smooth operations and minimize workplace hazards.
- Trained new Curing Press Operators on standard operating procedures, contributing to higher productivity levels within the team.
- Supported the continuous growth of the company by consistently meeting or exceeding production targets, contributing to overall business success.
- Performed ongoing maintenance activities.
- Improved product uniformity by calibrating equipment settings according to specific job requirements.
- Performed routine equipment checks, enabling early detection of any potential issues that could impact production quality or efficiency.
- Streamlined communication between team members and supervisors, leading to improved coordination in daily operations.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment or defective material.
- Contributed to an overall reduction in waste through diligent monitoring of raw materials usage during the curing process.
- Enhanced production quality by implementing rigorous inspection procedures for each curing press cycle.
- Optimized workflow efficiency by developing and following standardized operating procedures for the curing press process.
- Increased output consistency with meticulous attention to press settings, rubber material preparation, and mold maintenance.
- Documented all relevant data regarding press cycles, allowing for better tracking of performance metrics over time.
- Coordinated closely with other departments such as Quality Control and Logistics for seamless integration throughout the entire production process.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues, resulting in faster resolution times and minimal delays in production schedules.
- Prevented excess waste of product or components by performing frequent inspections.
- Verified accuracy of settings and adjusted controls, conforming with customer specifications.
- Performed regular maintenance and cleaning activities to keep machines in good working condition.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from machines to be processed.
Education
GED -
Northern Iowa Community Center
Mason City, IA03-1995
Skills
- Workplace safety
- Machine operation
- Waste minimization
- Deadline management
- Cost reduction
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Troubleshooting skills
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Mechanical skills
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Industrial safety
- Physical strength
- Machine adjustment
- Safety procedures
- Tool operation
- Machine setup
- Equipment cleaning
- Team building
- Task prioritization
- Equipment operation
- Self motivation
- Interpersonal skills
- Analytical thinking
- Goal setting
- Professionalism
- Product inspection
- Quality control
- Waste management
- Facility cleaning
- Physical stamina
- Written communication
- Machinery inspection
- Machine programming
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Temperature control
- Lean manufacturing
- Forklift operation
- Forklift operator certification
Timeline
Curing Lead
Yokohama TWS
07.2014 - Current
GED -
Northern Iowa Community Center
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