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JOSEPH CROSS

Moulton,USA

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: 2 weeks notice

Desired Job Title

Assembly SupervisorTeam Leader on Con-Rod Machining LineCivil Engineering Unit Training ManagerCivil Engineering Operations Management TechnicianShipping Supervisor

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-Site
Location: Moulton, AL
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

$68000/yr - $200000/yr

Summary

Leader with 21 years Manufacturing experience and 22 years Military service. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
8036
8036
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Shipping Supervisor

North American Lighting
Muscle Shoals, Alabama
02.2025 - Current
  • Supervised shipping operations to ensure timely deliveries.
  • Trained staff on shipping procedures and safety protocols.
  • Implemented process improvements for shipping efficiency.
  • Resolved shipping discrepancies and customer inquiries promptly.
  • Scheduled shipments based on production timelines and demand.
  • Conducted regular audits of inventory levels stored in warehouses to ensure accuracy.
  • Supervised shipping personnel to ensure efficient and accurate completion of tasks.

Assembly Supervisor

North American Lighting
Muscle Shoals, AL
07.2023 - 02.2025
  • Oversaw and coordinated the activities of assembly line workers.
  • Monitored production output, quality control, and safety standards.
  • Maintained accurate records of daily production reports.
  • Provided feedback to team members regarding their performance and areas needing improvement.
  • Resolved customer complaints related to products assembled by workers on the line.
  • Assisted in investigations of accidents.

Team Leader on Con-Rod Machining Line

Toyota Motor Manufacturing Alabama
Huntsville, AL
09.2005 - 07.2023
  • Offered training and support to keep team members motivated and working toward objectives.
  • Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and free of safety hazards to maximize efficiency.
  • Led Quality Circles for continual improvement.
  • Maintained 3 Pillar Boards for Floor management.
  • Input production numbers and scrap numbers.
  • Ordered supplies for daily line operations.
  • Scheduled and completed daily Standardized Work Audits on Team Members.
  • Reported out to management on weekly scrap and line issues.
  • Completed monthly Kaizens to improve operations.
  • Worked on CNC machines, Lathes, Grinders and measuring units.
  • Accomplished daily Tool changes and quality checks.
  • Involved in Quarterly Safety walks and Presentations.
  • Lead Quarterly 4S Presentations for Rod Line improvements.
  • Trained in walk behind forklift and overhead cranes.
  • Experienced on Camshaft, Crankshaft and Con-Rod machining lines.
  • Experienced on Assembly line (9 years).
  • Graduated from 2 Week Team Leader School.
  • Graduated from 2 week Group Leader School. (Currently in Group Leader Pool).

Civil Engineering Unit Training Manager

Air National Guard
Birmingham, AL
11.2017 - 10.2022
  • Conducted work center visits and organized programs to develop and conduct job site training.
  • Developed tests and standards to measure individual abilities.
  • Coordinated with managers to identify skill or knowledge gaps and implement training needs.
  • Designed training schedules for new and existing employees.
  • Scheduled Technical School Training for Airman.

Civil Engineering Operations Management Technician

Air National Guard
Birmingham, AL
03.2012 - 11.2017
  • Worked collaboratively with contractors and engineers to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
  • Inspected highway construction operations for compliance with contract specifications and safety.
  • Interacted and effectively collaborated with engineers and land surveyors on infrastructure projects.
  • Contacted suppliers for quotes on project materials to determine best possible pricing.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.

Supply Management Technician

Air National Guard
Birmingham, AL
04.2006 - 03.2012
  • Coordinated receipt of incoming materials and verified accuracy of items received.
  • Inspected incoming materials for damage.
  • Entered information into system to update status reports.
  • Performed inventory cycle counting and identified discrepancies.

Security Forces Personnel Assistant

Air National Guard
Birmingham, AL
11.2004 - 04.2006
  • Scheduled appointments, meetings and conferences with employees to discuss and mitigate personnel issues.
  • Created, organized and maintained employee personnel files to keep sensitive data secure.
  • Coordinated training schedules and filed crucial administrative paperwork.

Supply Management Technician

United States Air Force, USAF
Sumter, SC
11.2000 - 11.2004
  • Participated in physical inventory counts to keep information accurate and current.
  • Performed scheduled inventory counts and supply audits.
  • Entered information into system to update status reports.
  • Inspected incoming materials for damage.

Education

Air Force-Training Manager Technical School - Education And Training

Air Force-Training Manager Technical School
Keesler AFB, MS

Air Force-Operations Management Technical School - Operations Management

Air Force-Operations Management Technical School
Shepherd AFB, TX

Air Force-Personnel Apprentice Technical School - Personnel

Air Force-Personnel Apprentice Technical School
Keesler AFB, MS

Air Force-Supply Management Technical School - Supply Management

Air Force-Supply Management Technical School
Lackland AFB, TX

Some College - No Degree

University of South Carolina Sumter
Shaw AFB, SC

Skills

  • PPE Use
  • Team Building
  • Reliable & Trustworthy
  • Computer Skills
  • Supervision & Leadership
  • Relationship Building
  • Training & Development
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Problem-Solving
  • CNC Machines
  • Forklift and Pallet Jack Operation
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Quality Improvement
  • Shipping operations
  • Inventory management
  • Warehouse operations
  • Warehouse management
  • Freight management

Timeline

Shipping Supervisor

North American Lighting
02.2025 - Current

Assembly Supervisor

North American Lighting
07.2023 - 02.2025

Civil Engineering Unit Training Manager

Air National Guard
11.2017 - 10.2022

Civil Engineering Operations Management Technician

Air National Guard
03.2012 - 11.2017

Supply Management Technician

Air National Guard
04.2006 - 03.2012

Team Leader on Con-Rod Machining Line

Toyota Motor Manufacturing Alabama
09.2005 - 07.2023

Security Forces Personnel Assistant

Air National Guard
11.2004 - 04.2006

Supply Management Technician

United States Air Force, USAF
11.2000 - 11.2004

Air Force-Training Manager Technical School - Education And Training

Air Force-Training Manager Technical School

Air Force-Operations Management Technical School - Operations Management

Air Force-Operations Management Technical School

Air Force-Personnel Apprentice Technical School - Personnel

Air Force-Personnel Apprentice Technical School

Air Force-Supply Management Technical School - Supply Management

Air Force-Supply Management Technical School

Some College - No Degree

University of South Carolina Sumter

Military Deployments

  • Operation Northern Watch, Turkey
  • Operation Iraqi Freedom, Iraq
  • Operation Enduring Freedom, Afghanistan
  • Qatar Al Udeid Air Base
  • Kuwait Ali Al Salem Air Base
JOSEPH CROSS