Joshua Colwell
Paducah,KY
Summary
Production management professional knowledgeable about allocating resources, optimizing production, and increasing output with hands-on and dedicated approach. Articulate and professional real time problem-solver with good leadership and relationship-building abilities. Proficient in planning and implementing innovative production strategies.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Manager
Mayfield Consumer Products
08.2023 - Current
- Lead new paint line ramp-up to ensure successful project launch. This line launch currently is producing 32K units per shift.
- Identified actual customer requirements to improve productivity and mitigate risks. This has reduced scrap from startup from 18% to 3%
- Managed design and manufacturing teams to build proprietary process equipment within aggressive cost and time constraints.
- Addressed design challenges and evaluated alternative design models to meet project requirements.
Production Manager
3A Composites
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Responsible for 3 major production lines, including the largest in value in North America.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
- Create standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, material flow, and output.
- Created streamlined production schedules and collaborated with production employees to communicate objectives and goals.
- Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
Project Manager
3A Composites
03.2021 - 03.2023
- Designed, planned, implemented, and built the company's continuous coil coating line Schweiter's largest investment in North America. This three year project that was over $17MM
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for all large projects at the Benton Facility.
- Managed projects from procurement to commissioning.
- Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
Production Manager
3A Composites
04.2018 - 03.2021
- Developed systems for measuring performance that aligned with productivity goals. Increased yield from 76% to 92% on paint and from 88% to 94% on ACM.
- Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines. Increased productivity from 42% to 74% paint
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
- Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
- Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
- Reviewed maintenance and repair problems to determine appropriate action for resolution.
- Wrote and conducted formal performance reviews for production personnel.
- Researched latest industry trends and technologies, boosting knowledge and understanding of industrial production.
Paint Engineer
Detroit Tool Metal Products
04.2015 - 10.2017
- Redesigned and rebuilt powder coating line to improve productivity and efficiencies.
- Designed a wet batch system paint system for Caterpillar bringing paint in house to one plaint saving $1400 per unit.
- Developed and installed a new cleaning, e-coat, powder coat line for John Deere and PACCAR products
- Designed and Built custom fixtures for painting and masking.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
- Performed preventative maintenance to keep tools and equipment functional.
- Trained and mentored competent and flexible workforce to meet project needs and promote positive work environment.
- Developed positive working relationships with stakeholders to effectively coordinate work activities.
- Prepared action plans for problematic processes and assets.
President
Redbud Fabrication, Inc.
03.2007 - 03.2015
- Owner of Company / Custom Sheet Metal Fabrication
- Prime vendor for DOD, provided alternate vendor for vehicular structures and components meeting stringent guideline for quality and traceability.
- Developed better materials and methods of construction ultimately adopted for use in the battlefield.
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Developed and implemented new strategies and policies to establish long-term business objectives and provide strong and sustainable organizational leadership.
- Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
- Reduced operational costs through strategic cost management initiatives.
President
Quality Fabricators, Inc.
08.2001 - 03.2007
- Commercial company designing food processing equipment and power enclosures
- Led operational team in development, rollout, and management of new product lines.
- Developed product line for packaged generator enclosures as well as UL142 fuel tanks
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Management
Missouri University of Science And Technology
Rolla, MOBachelor of Science - Business Economics
Missouri University of Science And Technology
Rolla, MOSkills
- Custom Sheet Metal Fabrication and Forming
- Capacity Planning and Scheduling
- Operational Efficiency
- Continuous Improvement Process
- Operations Management
- Business Analysis
- Optimizing Production Output
- Facility and Systems Operation
- Inventory Coordination
- Quality Control Standards
Timeline
Engineering Manager
Mayfield Consumer Products
08.2023 - Current
Production Manager
3A Composites
03.2023 - 08.2023
Project Manager
3A Composites
03.2021 - 03.2023
Production Manager
3A Composites
04.2018 - 03.2021
Paint Engineer
Detroit Tool Metal Products
04.2015 - 10.2017
President
Redbud Fabrication, Inc.
03.2007 - 03.2015
President
Quality Fabricators, Inc.
08.2001 - 03.2007
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Management
Missouri University of Science And Technology
Bachelor of Science - Business Economics
Missouri University of Science And Technology
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