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Josh fuchs

Santa Claus,IN

Summary

Experienced operations leader with a background in area management, team leadership, and continuous improvement. Skilled in action planning, staffing adjustments, and constructive coaching. Known for building strong team relationships, improving workflow efficiency, and supporting business goals through clear communication and accountability.

Overview

1
1
Certification
34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Area Manager

Kimball International
Santa Claus, Indiana
01.2021 - Current
  • Developed strategies to increase team productivity and customer service levels.
  • Guided direct reports in developing action plans that enhanced operating results.
  • Monitored workflow priorities and adjusted staffing for changing business demands.
  • Analyzed individual and team performance to pinpoint areas for improvement.
  • Completed regular performance reviews with constructive feedback and coaching.
  • Facilitated cross-departmental communication to align on scheduling needs.
  • Built strong relationships with team members and promoted an inclusive environment that encouraged open communication and shared problem-solving.

Continuous Improvement Associate

Kimball International
Santa Claus, Indiana
03.2018 - 01.2021
  • Coordinated implementation of process improvement activities aligning with operational goals to optimize workflow.
  • Executed Kaizen events to enhance process performance and drive operational efficiency.
  • Evaluated operations to identify continuous improvement opportunities, facilitating targeted initiatives.
  • Strengthened facility-wide efficiency by contributing to value stream mapping, 6S, and visual management efforts.
  • Gained hands-on experience during a 1-year lean internship program in process improvement.
  • Reinforced safety and environmental performance through support of key initiatives.

Team Lead

Kimball International
Santa Claus, Indiana
01.2014 - 03.2018
  • Guided production team in prioritizing daily workflow, ensuring alignment with team objectives and efficient task execution.
  • Assisted the manager in defining team objectives to enhance performance.
  • Identified process improvement opportunities and implemented changes.
  • Trained new staff on relevant processes and procedures.
  • Supported associates in adhering to safety rules, conducting quality inspections, and following standard work practices to maintain operational standards.

Assembly Line Worker

Kimball International
Santa Claus, Indiana
06.1992 - 01.2014
  • Assembled furniture components for production lines

Education

High School Diploma -

Tell City High School
Tell City, IN
06-1990

Skills

  • Performance management
  • Workforce optimization
  • Workforce management
  • Staff scheduling
  • Resource allocation
  • Process improvement
  • Team supervision

Certification

  • Lean Manufacturing

Timeline

Area Manager

Kimball International
01.2021 - Current

Continuous Improvement Associate

Kimball International
03.2018 - 01.2021

Team Lead

Kimball International
01.2014 - 03.2018

Assembly Line Worker

Kimball International
06.1992 - 01.2014

High School Diploma -

Tell City High School
Josh fuchs