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Joshua Gunn

Detroit,MI

Summary

Detail-oriented Production Team Supervisor with 6 years of experience in the manufacturing & assembly industry. Seeking and wanting to maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. I demonstrate expertise in creating components to precise specifications and working with various tools and machinery. I have a proven record of creating components to meet customer specifications. I take pride in providing my team a safe work environment, adhering to OSHA guidelines, which keeps productivity high. I am an expert in providing low-risk production and manufacturing services. I am a strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. I always use independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. My ultimate goal is to seek production supervisor opportunities to my expand expertise while facilitating company growth.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sales Associate/Stocker

Foot locker
12.2022 - 11.2023
  • Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
  • Minimized loss prevention issues through vigilant monitoring of stockroom access points and reporting suspicious activity.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete stocking tasks during peak business hours, maintaining a well-stocked sales floor.
  • Enhanced inventory accuracy by diligently organizing and maintaining stockroom shelves.
  • Expedited product replenishment by efficiently unloading delivery trucks and sorting merchandise.
  • Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
  • Managed conflict resolution with dissatisfied customers professionally, resulting in improved customer retention rates.
  • Utilized cross-selling techniques to introduce customers to complementary products, increasing average transaction size.

Production Supervisor/Forklift Operator

Flex-N-Gate
08.2021 - 12.2022
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
  • Conducted performance reviews to identify and rectify areas for skill improvement
  • Reduced downtime by conducting regular equipment inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
  • Oversaw inventory and physical counts and performed periodic cycle counts to verify outgoing orders
  • Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal allocation of resources and adherence to financial guidelines.
  • Set up, adjusted and maintained machines to operate at peak levels and meet challenging demands
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Planned production operations while establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing processes
  • Monitored staff training and output to meet compliance, productivity and revenue goals
  • Optimized vehicle performance by diligently monitoring and addressing any maintenance issues, prolonging the truck''s lifespan and reducing costly repairs.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
  • Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.

Production Team Lead

General Motors
01.2015 - 08.2021
  • Enhanced production efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
  • Completed product assembly according to standardized procedures
  • Implemented quality control measures, significantly reducing the number of defective products produced.
  • Monitored and evaluated teams, identifying and targeting opportunities for improvement.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Repaired equipment to keep jobs moving smoothly, informing maintenance department of major machinery failures.
  • Recommended process improvements to enhance operational safety and efficiency
  • Operated machinery managed raw material and logged production data
  • Delegated tasks to employees and monitored accurate and timely completion of tasks to meet project milestones
  • Monitored equipment, checked supplies and coordinated manpower to meet expected demand
  • Established and updated production schedules to meet changing demands
  • Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
  • Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
  • Oversaw inventory and physical counts and performed periodic cycle counts to verify outgoing orders
  • Reviewed job specifications to properly set up machines.

Education

Certification - Surgical Technology

Career Health Studies
Detroit
2019

High School Diploma -

Fraser High School
Fraser, MI
06.2012

Skills

  • Hazardous Materials Handling
  • Microsoft Office & Excel Proficiency
  • Effective Problem Solving
  • Workflow Optimization Strategies
  • Digital Archiving
  • Hand Tools Mastery
  • Power Tools Operation
  • Quality control
  • Schedule Management
  • Manufacturing
  • Training & development
  • Team Building
  • Cross-Cultural Competence
  • Project Management
  • Budgeting and planning
  • Forklift Operation
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Attention to Detail
  • Finance
  • Medical Terminology
  • Healthcare Software Proficiency

Certification

  • CST - Certified Surgical Technologist

certified from AUG 2019 - AUG 2021

Timeline

Sales Associate/Stocker

Foot locker
12.2022 - 11.2023

Production Supervisor/Forklift Operator

Flex-N-Gate
08.2021 - 12.2022

Production Team Lead

General Motors
01.2015 - 08.2021

Certification - Surgical Technology

Career Health Studies

High School Diploma -

Fraser High School
Joshua Gunn