Joshua Hillis
Daphne,AL
Summary
Driven Production Supervisor with a proven track record at SSAB, enhancing production efficiency and team performance through continuous improvement and staff development. Expert in quality control and process improvement, significantly increased output while ensuring product excellence. Skilled in mentoring teams, aligning production with strategic objectives, and implementing lean manufacturing principles.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Supervisor
SSAB
07.2001 - Current
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Managed team of 8 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
- Ensured product quality by closely monitoring production processes, conducting regular inspections, and addressing any issues promptly.
- Participated in strategic planning sessions with senior management to identify growth opportunities and align production capabilities with company objectives.
- Improved production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing processes and reducing waste in the workplace.
- Managed inventory levels efficiently to ensure availability of raw materials for uninterrupted production runs while avoiding excess stockpiles.
- Coordinated with quality control teams to implement corrective actions in response to internal audits or customer complaints, ensuring continuous improvement of products and processes.
- Enhanced team performance by providing regular coaching, feedback, and training to employees on best practices in manufacturing operations.
- Developed, recorded and produced production reports with Internal Reports and Excell.
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
Shelton State Community College
Tuscaloosa, AL05.1994
High School Diploma -
Hartselle High School
Hartselle, AL05.1991
Skills
- Quality Control
- Continuous Improvement
- Production Management
- Training and mentoring
- Production Planning
- Process Improvement
Certification
- Mobile equipment and crane trainer
- Confined Space Entry Supervisor
Timeline
Production Supervisor
SSAB
07.2001 - Current
No Degree - General Studies
Shelton State Community College
High School Diploma -
Hartselle High School