Joseph Storrud
Production Manager
West Valley City,UT
Summary
Production manager knowledgeable in resource allocation, production optimization, and increasing output with hands-on and dedicated approach. Articulate and professional problem-solver with good relationship-building abilities. Successful at anticipating needs and making adjustments to schedules, materials and workflow.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
33
33
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Production Manager
Hexcel
07.2018 - Current
- Responsible for strategically coordinating, directing, and overseeing the day-to-day activities of multiple carbon fiber production lines to minimize the impact to production and the business.
- Led and developed an Operations team of ~350 employees to meet and exceed the goals and standards of Hexcel, including safety, yield, uptime, and quality.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging open communication between team members and regularly soliciting feedback on operational procedures.
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
Production Supervisor
Hexcel
01.2014 - 07.2018
- Responsible for overseeing multiple carbon fiber production lines and leading a team of ~85 operators. Set the expectations of my team and held them and others accountable to those expectations.
- Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
- Implemented safety protocols and conducted regular audits, which assisted in a reduction in workplace accidents and incidents.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
Process Specialist
Hexcel
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Detected and reported defective products or questionable conditions on the carbon fiber lines.
- Maintained process parameters and made process changes to ensure a quality product.
- Oversaw the operations of Process Associates including training, safety, and quality benchmarking.
- Championed and helped maintain 5S system, while ensuring assigned Process Associates were knowledgeable and trained to it.
Small Business Co-Owner
Just Kiln' Time
06.1999 - 07.2003
- Established strong relationships with vendors to negotiate favorable pricing, ensuring cost-effective purchasing decisions.
- Increased brand visibility within the community by participating in local events, sponsoring charities, and partnering with other businesses for collaborative promotions.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, bookkeeping, and tax preparation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lyman High School
Lyman, WY 08.1991 - 05.2024
Skills
Team Development
undefinedTimeline
Production Manager
Hexcel
07.2018 - Current
Production Supervisor
Hexcel
01.2014 - 07.2018
Process Specialist
Hexcel
01.2010 - 01.2014
Small Business Co-Owner
Just Kiln' Time
06.1999 - 07.2003
High School Diploma -
Lyman High School
08.1991 - 05.2024