Kenneth Williams Jr.
Production And Operations Management
Katy,TX
Summary
Experienced supervisor with a proven track record in leadership roles within fast-paced environments, managing multiple departments and adapting to a wide range of responsibilities. Focused on fostering team collaboration and driving results in dynamic, high-demand settings. Skilled in resource management, problem-solving, and conflict resolution. Recognized for effective communication and the ability to cultivate a productive, positive work culture. Adept at leading diverse teams and navigating complex challenges to ensure operational success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Supervisor
DuPont
03.2021 - Current
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Supervised operations staff, ensuring 100% compliance with company policies and procedures, contributing to zero safety violations during tenure.
- Led hiring, onboarding, and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements, successfully integrating over 30 new employees within a 3-month period to meet growing operational needs.
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
- Day to day utilization of ERP and MRP systems, including SAP, Oracle and NetSuite to streamline production planning, optimize inventory management, and enhance operational efficiency.
- Proficient in leveraging business intelligence tools for advanced data visualization and analytics, and collaborative project management and document control platforms, enhancing ERP/MRP system integration and operational insights.
- Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management, driving actionable insights that led to a 10% reduction in operational downtime.
- Monitored day-to-day production operations and identified methods to improve quality and efficiency.
- Analyzed data trends to identify potential bottlenecks in operations workflow, implementing strategies to mitigate risks accordingly.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Maintained employee schedules to cover weekday, evening, and weekend shifts, ensuring 100% shift coverage without exceeding labor budget.
- Safe operation of plant, adherence to EH&S standards, policies and procedures according to OSHA and Lock Out, Tag Out guidelines and properly handled hazardous materials.
- Actively participated in continuous improvement initiatives identifying areas of opportunity and implementing innovative solutions to drive efficiency.
- Certified Hazardous Recognition Plus Trainer, conducting training sessions that resulted in 96% employee certification compliance.
Advanced Operator
DuPont
11.2016 - 03.2021
- Identified opportunities for cost reduction through careful analysis of manufacturing data and sharing findings with management personnel for consideration in budgetary decisions at a higher level.
- Supported engineering efforts in the development of new products or modifications to existing designs for enhanced functionality or cost savings.
- Increased overall productivity by training new operators on best practices, equipment operation, and maintenance procedures.
- Optimized machine performance through regular maintenance and calibration, reducing downtime.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and conducting thorough equipment inspections.
- Maintained accurate production and other administrative records, managed breaks, down time and inventory accuracy using computer systems
- Reduced waste generation with diligent monitoring of raw material usage and efficient resource allocation.
- Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives by actively participating in Lean Manufacturing projects and Kaizen events.
- Manufacturing Technology 1 & 2
- Served as Union Steward, representing employees in workplace matters and fostering strong communication between labor and management.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
USAF
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Supervised and led a team of over 60 airmen, ensuring efficient operations, team development, and mission success
- Designed, modified and fabricated aircraft, metal, plastic, composite, advanced composite, LO and bonded structural parts and components
- Low Observable Aircraft Maintenance
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
- Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
- Removed surface imperfections, applied special undercoats, and sealed seams to ready surfaces for paint application.
- Mentored junior team members on best practices in aircraft painting techniques, fostering growth and continuous improvement within the team.
Stretcher-Saw & Inspector
Kaiser Aluminum
03.2015 - 11.2016
- Performed customer inspections to maintain regulatory and internal requirements, achieving a 98% compliance rate during audits.
- Performed mechanical and automated inspections of equipment.
- Reduced manufacturing defects by conducting thorough inspections of raw materials, components, and finished products.
- Provided training for new inspectors on proper inspection techniques, tools, and best practices, resulting in improved team performance.
- Collaborated with engineering teams for the successful resolution of complex quality issues, ensuring product performance met or exceeded customer expectations.
- Documented counts and sorted finished work to promote easy access for shipping or additional processing.
- Monitored operating machinery to assess progress, adjust settings, and maintain production speeds.
- Identified stock imperfections, assigned grades, and noted production concerns based on regular inspections.
- Set up and calibrated machinery to meet specific production requirements.
- Set up and powered saws to cut, slot, groove, miter and trim metallic and non-metallic workpieces according to specifications.
- Increased production efficiency by maintaining saw equipment and performing regular blade replacements.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA 01.2019 - Current
Associate Degree - Business
J. Sargent Reynolds Community College
Richmond, VA 01.2016 - 1 2019
Certificate of Technical Studies - Structural Maintenance
U.S. Air Force Technical School
Pensacola, FL 8 2013 - 10 2013
Skills
Operations management
Customer relations
Performance monitoring
Safety oversight
Compliance management
Quality assurance
Root-cause analysis
Employee development
Project management
Scheduling coordination
Microsoft office
MRP and ERP systems
Continuous improvement
KPI tracking
Task delegation
Production Management
Assembly and production
Quality assurance
Equipment operation
Supply chain distribution
Staff Management
Schedule Management
Compliance understanding
Inventory oversight
Operations management
Equipment monitoring
Materials management
Risk analysis and management
Logistics
New product introductions strategies
Remote management
SAP expertise
Contract Negotiation
ADP
Microsoft Office
Process Safety Management
High Hazard Process
Management information systems
Timeline
Supervisor
DuPont
03.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Business
Virginia Commonwealth University
01.2019 - Current
Advanced Operator
DuPont
11.2016 - 03.2021
Associate Degree - Business
J. Sargent Reynolds Community College
01.2016 - 1 2019
Stretcher-Saw & Inspector
Kaiser Aluminum
03.2015 - 11.2016
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
USAF
01.2013 - 01.2017
Certificate of Technical Studies - Structural Maintenance
U.S. Air Force Technical School
8 2013 - 10 2013