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John Lawson

Hobart,IN

Summary

Hard-working Supervisor with exceptional experience leading teams, delivering results and exceeding expectations. Creative and motivated leader adept at utilizing exceptional design and planning strengths to accomplish complex projects. Skilled in teaching new concepts and best practice strategies.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Chocolate Operator

Albanese
05.2023 - Current
  • Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
  • Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
  • Set up machines to start production cycles and controlled machine settings.
  • Performed quality assurance tasks to promote accuracy and minimize mistakes.
  • Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
  • Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.

Crew Leader

KM Plant Services
09.2003 - 04.2007
  • Trained employees in time management and proper ways to complete job duties.
  • Monitored team members to verify work quality and address concerns.
  • Communicated effectively with upper management, team members, and customers to keep everyone informed.
  • Instructed crew members in safe work practices and methods to reduce work-related injuries.
  • Developed and implemented process improvements to increase productivity.
  • Supervised end-of-day cleanup activities to remove debris and unnecessary supplies from customer premises.

Supervisor

Kae's Pizza
05.1998 - 04.2001
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
  • Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
  • Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
  • Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.

Education

No Degree - Machine Tooling

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN

Skills

  • Inspections and Reviews
  • Manufacturing Procedures
  • Work Scheduling
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Lockout and Tagout Processes
  • Plant Safety
  • Blueprint and Schematics Interpretation
  • Operation and Control
  • Production Work
  • Specifications Verification
  • Work Order Review
  • Quality Inspections

Timeline

Chocolate Operator

Albanese
05.2023 - Current

Crew Leader

KM Plant Services
09.2003 - 04.2007

Supervisor

Kae's Pizza
05.1998 - 04.2001

No Degree - Machine Tooling

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
John Lawson