JOSEPH NELSON
manufacturing
Zeeland,MI
Summary
Plant Supervisor successful in facilitating day-to-day operations while thriving in a dynamic, engaging, team driven environment. Dedicated to implementation and deployment of cross-training programs that are unique to the organizations core values. The ability to cross-train, manage and motivate team members to achieve organizational expectations without lowering quality standards. Strives for the win/win by facilitating best practices and work processes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Tech Team Installation Manager
Fellowes
06.2020 - Current
- Negotiated contracts with subcontractors, securing favorable terms that benefited both parties.
- Provided ongoing training for technicians, ensuring up-to-date knowledge on industry best practices and technical skills.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Project management from order to project completion
- Managed installation schedules proactively to avoid delays and reduce downtime for clients.
- Conducted thorough post-installation inspections to verify adherence to design specifications and client expectations.
- Maintained detailed records of completed installations for future reference or troubleshooting needs as well as warranty purposes.
- Developed and maintain corporate certified installer data base
Plant Supervisor
California closets
05.2019 - 06.2020
- Production supervisor responsible for 30 members in the wood manufacturing area
- Job duties include monitoring daily completions, preparing completions for shipment requirements
- Developing members, standard work,5S, continuous improvement initiatives, maintain strict Safety and Quality requirements and develop members into robust cross functioning teams.
- Conducted performance reviews each quarter, offering praise and recommendations for improvement.
- Improved plant efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing equipment usage.
- Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labor, equipment and materials.
Plant Supervisor II
Haworth
11.2015 - 05.2019
- Production supervisor in HCP Plant responsible for 82 members in Ecoat cell, powder paint line unload, General Assembly, Roll form, Compose Weld and Assembly
- Job duties include but are not limited to daily production requirements in 37 individual work centers
- Audit standard work and quality from all work centers.
- Balance capacity with current staffing to determine hourly requirements. flex labor to complete schedules in all areas.
- Develop work centers and standard work for new product launches.
- Meet daily OTCS and MSC requirements.
- Daily tier meetings with all teams.
- Coach and mentor teams leads to develop personal aspirations.
- Cross train and develop members.
- Communicate effectively with off shift supervisors.
- Created and implemented strategies for improving operational efficiency and accuracy.
- Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
2nd Shift Plant Supervisor
The Stow Company
06.2010 - 11.2015
- During the first year of employment as a cnc operator critical knowledge and proficiency on all machines in fabrication areas including cnc's, edge banners, and saws were obtained
- In June of 2011, promoted to plant supervisor
- Ensure daily production requirements were met.
- Ensure quality standards are maintained consistently.
- Flex personnel to meet demand in specific areas.
- Ardis programming.
- Gemba walks to identify and resolve ergonomic and safety.
- Communicate effectively with the 3rd shift lead to ensure daily demand is met.
Residential Subcontractor
Self Employed
08.2005 - 06.2010
- Rough framing, exterior and interior trim, cabinets, wood flooring, exterior decks, various ORG installations, Commercial showroom displays and plant projects.
- Delivered high level of service to all customers and effectively resolved issues.
- Worked closely with homeowners to ascertain specifics of project.
Lead Carpenter
Precision Carpentry
06.2003 - 08.2005
- Residential rough framing, exterior and interior trim, cabinets, estimating, and customer service.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and referrals from satisfied customers.
- Delivered custom-built solutions tailored to client needs by leveraging advanced carpentry skills in various construction techniques.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Computer And Electronic Science
Education Dynamics Institute
Las Vegas, NV01.1992
Leaders In Training -
The Stow Company
Holland, MI01.2013
Manufacturing Engineering -
Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MI01.2012
Confined Space Trainer -
Haworth
Holland, MI01.2018
LOTO Trainer -
Haworth
Holland, MI01.2018
Best Team -
Haworth
Holland, MI01.2015
Skills
- Knowledgeable of quality control standards
- Experience in production demands, completions and productivity based team scheduling
- Experience in manufacturing equipment and troubleshooting problems
- Knowledge of 5S and lean methodology
- Team based Continuous improvement philosophy
- Excellent problem solving skills utilizing PDCA , W3I and fishbone methodology
- Works well in a team environment
- Highly self-motivated and results driven
- Effective time management skills
- Project management
- LOTO and confined space trainer certified
Accomplishments
Developed and Implemented a new upgradeable communication system between the manufacturing, shipping, and maintenance departments. This project required taking the process from idea, to proposal, to presentation with the board of directors. After approval, the new system had to be introduced to the various teams with detailed standard work instructions as to how the channels were assigned within departments as well as proper equipment usage.
Timeline
Tech Team Installation Manager
Fellowes
06.2020 - Current
Plant Supervisor
California closets
05.2019 - 06.2020
Plant Supervisor II
Haworth
11.2015 - 05.2019
2nd Shift Plant Supervisor
The Stow Company
06.2010 - 11.2015
Residential Subcontractor
Self Employed
08.2005 - 06.2010
Lead Carpenter
Precision Carpentry
06.2003 - 08.2005
Associate of Applied Science - Computer And Electronic Science
Education Dynamics Institute
Leaders In Training -
The Stow Company
Manufacturing Engineering -
Grand Rapids Community College
Confined Space Trainer -
Haworth
LOTO Trainer -
Haworth
Best Team -
Haworth
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