Justin Brown
Sparks,NV
Summary
Highly skilled Production Supervisor with 27 years of experience supervising, scheduling, and directing employees. Resourceful specialist knowledgeable in production of Fiber Cement (Siding and Trim for buildings). Skilled in overseeing production processes, optimizing workflows, and ensuring safety and quality standards. Track record of boosting efficiency. Focused on monitoring safety in busy and potentially hazardous environment.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Supervisor
James Hardie Building Products
08.2004 - Current
- Lead and support the plant safety programs by promoting a safety conscious culture through actions and accountability.
- Perform incident investigations as needed.
- Holding individuals accountable for work area and general plant housekeeping.
- Verify conformance of material being produced to meet or exceed quality parameters.
- Planning and managing all downtime events including washups, product changeovers, size changeovers and unscheduled downtime.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
- Optimized workflow through effective resource allocation and scheduling adjustments.
- Consistently met or exceeded production targets while maintaining strict quality standards, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
- Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Implemented safety protocols and conducted regular audits, achieving a reduction in workplace accidents and incidents.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly against established benchmarks for ongoing personnel development.
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing techniques and reducing waste.
- Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays.
- Collaborated with management and engineering teams to develop and implement innovative strategies for maximizing production efficiency without compromising quality standards.
- Contributed to continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities for process enhancements and recommending appropriate solutions for implementation.
- Reduced equipment downtime by implementing preventive maintenance programs and timely repairs.
- Conducted root cause analysis on production issues for prompt resolution, minimizing negative impacts on output rates.
- Collaborated with R&D to pilot new products, seamlessly integrating innovations into production lines.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss progress and address any issues, promoting open communication.
- Optimized labor allocation, matching skill sets with task requirements to improve output quality.
- Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.
- Managed team of 10 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
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Warehouse Supervisor
Emser Tile & Natural Stone
11.2001 - 07.2004
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
- Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety.
- Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes.
- Maintained high levels of accuracy in daily operations.
- Oversaw inventory control levels and verified compliance with storage and organization processes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by enforcing strict cleanliness standards throughout the entire facility.
- Ensured safety compliance with regular inspections, staff training sessions, and adherence to OSHA regulations.
- Completed timely and accurate daily logs to keep internal reporting accurate and track materials movements.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
Warehouse Supervisor
Aramark Uniform Services
02.1998 - 10.2001
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
- Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety.
- Completed daily operations on time and maintained high standards of accuracy.
- Oversaw inventory control levels and verified compliance with storage and organization processes.
- Maintained high levels of accuracy in daily operations.
- Handled employee concerns promptly and effectively while maintaining open lines of communication amongst team members.
- Collaborated with other department heads on company-wide initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiency across multiple divisions.
- Enhanced employee productivity through effective training programs and performance evaluations.
- Performed troubleshooting to resolve issues with equipment, devices and products.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
Education
Associate of Science - Environmental Science
University of Nevada
Reno, NVEnvironmental Science
Truckee Meadows Community College
Reno, NVSkills
- Crane Certified
- Production Planning
- Process Improvement
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Continuous Improvement
- Production Management
- Training and mentoring
- Health and safety compliance
- Collaborate for greatness
- Staff Management
- Staff Development
- Housekeeping oversight
- Shift checklists
Certification
Crane Certified
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Production Supervisor
James Hardie Building Products
08.2004 - Current
Warehouse Supervisor
Emser Tile & Natural Stone
11.2001 - 07.2004
Warehouse Supervisor
Aramark Uniform Services
02.1998 - 10.2001
Associate of Science - Environmental Science
University of Nevada
Environmental Science
Truckee Meadows Community College
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