Accomplished Production Planner with 5 years of experience in providing smooth production operations by managing schedules, inventory and logistics. Talented in collaborating with teams to monitor productivity, review raw material inventory and determine production scheduling. Adept in developing solutions for increasing productivity through a strong understanding of the final product, manufacturing equipment and all aspects of daily operations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Supply Chain Analyst
Ashley Furniture Distribution Center
Advance, NC
04.2024 - Current
Analyzed data from multiple sources, identified trends and provided recommendations for improvement.
Monitored supplier performance using key metrics such as delivery accuracy, lead time, cost savings.
Created reports on inventory levels, transportation costs and other KPIs related to the supply chain process.
Collaborated with stakeholders across departments to ensure smooth execution of supply chain activities.
Developed SOPs for all supply chain-related processes including material sourcing, order processing and logistics management.
Managed relationships with suppliers, negotiated contracts and monitored compliance with agreed terms.
Analyzed historical data related to procurement patterns in order to anticipate future needs.
Collaborated and communicated with various team members, business partners and vendors.
Resolved problems and managed multiple tasks using strong planning and process management abilities.
Converted data into graphs and charts, providing insight into business operations and results.
Production Planner
Ashley Furniture Distribution Center
Advance, NC
08.2019 - 03.2024
Utilized Microsoft Excell and AS400 to monitor and maintain final assembly orders to ensure accurate finished item and component inventory.
Communicated and collaborated with management on events leading to schedule non-completion to identify and correct processes and/or procedures.
Monitor backlog orders with line supervisors and coordinated re-work material with support teams to ensure units were completed in a timely manner for customer fulfillment.
Identified excess frame material, and necessary re-cut- orders, while coordinating with planning team and leads to ensure orders were planned and cut at correct quantities to save on material and cost.
Identified and assisted in resolving issues related to order production receipt and material back flushing to ensure accurate component and raw material inventory.
Educated supervisors on the importance and integrity of proper scanning to ensure completion of correct orders for customer fulfillment
Utilized Microsoft Excell and AS400 and other Ashley systems to create master assembly schedules and component orders by analyzing customer demand with current inventory level, future shipments and department capacities.
Prepared daily production and capacity report reviewed by management used to resolve issues pertaining to delayed customer shipment, inventory concerns, capacity and overtime.
Utilized Microsoft Excell and AS400 to create queries to retrieve, manipulate, and analyze data from Ashley MRP system to assist with inventory management and product location analysis.
Quality Inspector
Ashley Furniture
Advance, NC
11.2017 - 08.2019
Performed preliminary, in progress, hidden damage and final product inspections.
Identified and helped resolve non-conforming product issues.
Maintained high standard of workmanship by using hand tools.
Inspected products meticulously according to manufacturing specifications.
Monitor production to detect problem early.
Current daily report of pieces made.
Inspect about 120 pieces daily.
Performed visual inspections of components for surface defects such as scratches, dents, burrs.
Checked product accuracy against blueprints and drawings.
Reported any nonconforming parts to Quality Manager or Production Supervisor.
Investigated complaints regarding product quality and recommended changes in process or design to prevent recurrence.