manufacturing. First-rate leadership and team building talents with understanding of manufacturing deadlines and goals. Adept at troubleshooting machine issues and performing repairs. Organized, goal-oriented motivator of team members to meet production goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
Kraft Heinz
05.2023 - Current
Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
Managed team of 20 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
Production Lead / Floater / Break Relief
Pepsi Northwest Beverages
03.2003 - Current
Safely produce the highest quality product using Good manufacturing practices.
Organized regular production line cleaning and sanitation to prevent contamination and consumer illnesses.
Supported employees by accurately tracking time and proactively resolving any conflicts.
Maintained safe work areas by keeping pathways and stations free of hazards and excess waste or materials.
Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
Evaluated manufacturing equipment for safety and functionality with regular inspections and preventative maintenance.
Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
Communicated clear instructions for general operations and product-specific runs to prevent errors and rework.
Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
Contributed to continuous improvement and lean initiatives by implementing directives.
Sustained tour-ready production line through continuous and effective housekeeping plans.
Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
Production Supervisor
Containers Northwest
06.1995 - 08.2002
Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
Kept accurate and detailed records of personnel progress and productivity.
Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment performance, reviewing materials supplies, and organizing manpower.
Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
Education
GED - Business And Managerial Economics
Tacoma Community College
Tacoma, WA
General Studies
Purcell High School,
Cincinnati, OH
General Studies
Dekalb School Of The Arts
Avondale Estates, GA
1979
Skills
Maintenance Requirements
Product Configuration
Safety Rules Enforcement
Maintaining Clean Work Areas
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Employee Appraisals
Safe Work Practices
Standard Operating Procedures Proficient
Continuous Improvement Process
Predictive and Preventive Maintenance
Production Line Supervision
Quality Control
Continuous Improvement
Production Management
Training and mentoring
Health and safety compliance
Accomplishments
Collaborated with team of 8 in the development of TPM Edge Ignite. Driving Performance.
Caleb Brandam Award,
Fishing
I enjoy being in the wilderness fishing river, streams.
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