KENDRICK THOMAS
Elgin,IL
Summary
Driven Manufacturing Production Supervisor with a proven track record at ProAmpac, enhancing operational efficiency and team productivity through expert conflict resolution and manufacturing process optimization. Spearheaded employee development and production planning initiatives, achieving significant performance improvements. Skilled in troubleshooting and Kaizen principles, consistently meeting demanding production targets.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
ProAmpac
05.2023 - Current
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
- Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays.
- Participated in strategic planning sessions with senior management to identify growth opportunities and align production capabilities with company objectives.
- Spearheaded employee development initiatives by conducting regular performance reviews, setting achievable goals, and providing support for professional growth opportunities.
- Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment performance, reviewing materials supplies, and organizing manpower.
Team Lead (Batch)
Tiger Drytac
02.2015 - Current
- Participate in CI and Lean Project
- Operated all machinery safely to reduce workplace accidents
- Directed and supervised team of engaged in and development
- Reviewed project specifications assembling complex components to better asses and meet deadlines
- Quickly adapted plans and adjusted equipment to maintain high standards of functionality and safety
- Conducted frequent equipment inspections and basic repair actions to keep machinery operating at peak levels.
Lead Forklift Operator
Aurora Packing Inc.
11.2013 - 02.2015
- Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns or delays
- Troubleshot and diagnosed mechanical issues, completed basic repairs and conducted preventive maintenance actions to keep equipment functional
- Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations and delivery times to keep management current on team activities
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity
- Handled multiple tasks simultaneously to maximize work efficiency.
Education
High School Diploma -
Larkin High School
Elgin, ILElgin Community College
Elgin, ILSkills
- Operational improvement
- Team management
- Conflict Resolution
- Troubleshooting skills
- Manufacturing Processes
- Production Planning
- Documentation And Reporting
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Time Management
- Kaizen Principles
Timeline
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
ProAmpac
05.2023 - Current
Team Lead (Batch)
Tiger Drytac
02.2015 - Current
Lead Forklift Operator
Aurora Packing Inc.
11.2013 - 02.2015
High School Diploma -
Larkin High School
Elgin Community College
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