Self-motivated Leader successful in collaborating with the customer, salary staff, union leadership, and employees to streamline and strengthen processes and control costs. Highly organized and detailed collaborator with solid record of accomplishment in meeting and exceeding business targets. In-depth knowledge of operational and budget management techniques.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Superintendent
Dakkota Intergrated Systems
Louisville, KY
07.2016 - 02.2024
Monitored daily operations to ensure compliance with established production goals, quality standards, and regulatory requirements in an On-Time enviroment.
Managed a team of supervisors responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations within assigned areas.
Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to ensure the safe operation of all plant equipment.
Established effective working relationships with internal staff and external suppliers and customers.
Investigated customer complaints regarding product quality or delivery times and took appropriate corrective action when necessary.
Developed strategies for improving operational efficiencies while reducing costs where possible.
Created detailed reports outlining progress against key performance metrics and objectives.
Evaluated current operating procedures and identified opportunities for improvement.
Performed root cause analysis on process issues and developed corrective action plans as needed.
Managed day-to-day operations while ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction were met at all times.
Production Supervisor
Dakkota Integrated Systems
Louisville, KY
09.2012 - 06.2016
Monitored equipment, checked supplies and coordinated manpower to meet expected demand.
Supported safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on use of control points, equipment and resources.
Completed production plans by scheduling and assigning personnel, revising schedules and establishing priorities.
Oversaw continuous improvement initiatives in lean environment to drive gains in quality, flow and output.
Recommended and implemented measures to improve production methods and quality of products.
Coordinated production requirements with material handling and staffing functions.
Conducted performance reviews to identify and rectify areas for skill improvement.
Monitored staff training and output to meet compliance, productivity and revenue goals.
Resolved any conflicts between employees in a professional manner.
Supervised a team of 30+ employees, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently and accurately.
Skills
Operational Efficiency
Quality Control
Safety Compliance
Operations Management
Logistics Management
Incident Investigation
Emergency Response
Production Scheduling
Rule Enforcement
Client Relations
Labor Management
Employee Training
Equipment Operation
Layout Development
Goal Setting
Affiliations
I am an avid fisherman and love being on the lake
Father of 2 boys (16 and 5) who bring out the best in me.
Accomplishments
During my time at Dakkota, I received multiple awards for Great Ideas. I received the Tomahawk Award in 2018, which is awarded to the idea that saved the company the most money that year. I also received a couple Arrow awards that were awarded to people that had Great Ideas that saved the company a significant amount of money.
Quality Control Inspector/Liaison Coordinator at Dakkota Intergrated SystemsQuality Control Inspector/Liaison Coordinator at Dakkota Intergrated Systems