Leroy Shepard
Simpsonville,SC
Summary
Versatile Production Supervisor knowledgeable about equipment operation, quality standards and safety hazards. Versed in documentation, compliance and scheduling. Streamlines workflow to maintain productivity and proactively addresses challenges to minimize downtime.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
ZF Transmissions Gray Court
03.2014 - Current
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
- 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.
- Ensured product quality by closely monitoring production processes, conducting regular inspections, and addressing any issues promptly.
- Achieved on-time delivery of finished products through efficient coordination of resources and close monitoring of production progress against deadlines.
- Improved production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing processes and reducing waste in the workplace.
- Managed inventory levels efficiently to ensure availability of raw materials for uninterrupted production runs while avoiding excess stockpiles.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams such as engineering, quality assurance, and logistics to troubleshoot problems and implement effective solutions for process improvements.
- Developed, recorded and produced production reports with Excel.
- Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment performance, reviewing materials supplies, and organizing manpower.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labor, equipment and materials.
- Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status.
Team Leader
ZF Transmissions Gray Court
07.2013 - 03.2014
- Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
- Built strong relationships with co-workers through positive attitude and attentive response.
- Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity, accuracy, and commitment to friendly service.
- Promoted high standerds through personal example to help each member understand expected behavious and standards.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
- Generated production reports and in-process counts.
Machine Operator
ZF Transmissions Gray Court
05.2012 - 07.2013
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean and organized workstation, adhering to safety protocols.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Replenished materials and supplies as needed to maintain production.
- Increased product quality through meticulous monitoring of machine settings and making adjustments as needed.
- Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.
Education
GED -
Laurens District 55 High School
Laurens, SCSkills
- Manufacturing Processes
- Labor Relations
- Workforce Planning
- Health and safety
- Standard Operating Procedures
- 5S methodology
- Productivity Improvement
- Production Planning
- Continuous Improvement
- Training and mentoring
- Production targets
- Worker Training
ILead training
Completed all 4 leavels of ILead training.
Timeline
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
ZF Transmissions Gray Court
03.2014 - Current
Team Leader
ZF Transmissions Gray Court
07.2013 - 03.2014
Machine Operator
ZF Transmissions Gray Court
05.2012 - 07.2013
GED -
Laurens District 55 High School