Keith Halt
Clarence Center,NY
Summary
A seasoned Production Manager at Sumitomo Rubber USA, I excel in driving continuous improvements and fostering a culture of quality assurance. With a knack for manufacturing management and team training, I've successfully enhanced productivity and operational efficiency. My approach combines rigorous health and safety compliance with effective staffing management, achieving notable gains in output and customer satisfaction.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Lead Hand
Sumitomo Rubber USA
11.2020 - 11.2024
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
- Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging open communication between team members and regularly soliciting feedback on operational procedures.
- Delivered direct feedback to senior management regarding project visibility and status.
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
Production Associate
Sumitomo Rubber USA
11.2002 - 11.2020
- Maintained a flexible approach to work assignments, willingly cross-training in other areas to support changing production needs.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Operate a Banbury mixer according to scheduling and specifications.
- Tire builder. Assembling. components according to specifications in quality assurance and maintaining uniformity.
Shift Manager/ Quality Control Inspector
SGL Carbon
01.1997 - 08.2002
- Handled escalated customer issues effectively, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills while upholding company values and standards.
- Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and job responsibilities, ensuring seamless integration into the team.
- Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
- Improved overall team performance by effectively delegating tasks and providing clear instructions.
- Promoted a positive work environment through open communication and constructive feedback.
- Ensured strict adherence to safety guidelines, reducing workplace accidents and incidents significantly over time.
- Supervised employees and oversaw quality compliance with company standards.
- Updated quality control records and reports.
- Followed standard operating procedures for inspections and tests.
Education
Associate In Business - Business Administration
ITT Technical Institute
Getzville, NY10.2002
Regents - General Studies
Kenmore West Highschool
Kenmore, NY06.1991
Skills
- Continuous improvements
- Dedication to product quality
- Health and safety compliance
- Quality assurance training
- Manufacturing management
- Training skills
- Equipment monitoring
- Health and safety
- Quality assurance standards
- Experienced in production scheduling
- Staffing management
- Troubleshooting skills
- Performance monitoring
- Production Scheduling
Timeline
Production Lead Hand
Sumitomo Rubber USA
11.2020 - 11.2024
Production Associate
Sumitomo Rubber USA
11.2002 - 11.2020
Shift Manager/ Quality Control Inspector
SGL Carbon
01.1997 - 08.2002
Associate In Business - Business Administration
ITT Technical Institute
Regents - General Studies
Kenmore West Highschool
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