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Lester Bongolan

Stockton,CA

Summary

Quality-driven production leader with proven success in organizing workflows and coordinating resources to meet challenging goals. Industrious professional and resourceful problem-solver with persistent approach to tackling operational concerns. Good decision-making and team-building abilities with open and clear communication style. Seasoned Production Manager successful at achieving production goals on consistent basis. Highly organized, forward-thinking and creative in handling normal and challenging production problems. Known for great leadership and attention to detail. Experienced in senior-level operations, production and distribution. Promotes wide range of experience in planning and leading operations in manufacturing environment. Well-versed in contributing to company growth by implementing continuous process improvement, production optimization and high-performance team development. Experienced with union labor and contract negotiations. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Manager

Finelite Inc.
Livermore, CA
11.2022 - 05.2023
  • Developed and implemented production schedules to ensure timely completion of projects.
  • Monitored the daily operations of the production team, providing guidance and support as needed.
  • Ensured that all safety policies and regulations were followed in accordance with company standards.
  • Analyzed production processes to identify areas for improvement in efficiency and cost savings.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of materials throughout the production process.
  • Created reports on productivity levels, cost analysis, and inventory status.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and address any issues or concerns.
  • Implemented strategies to reduce waste while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Established clear communication channels between management and staff members.
  • Developed performance metrics to track progress against established goals.

Production Supervisor

Finelite Inc.
Livermore, CA
03.2021 - 10.2022
  • Developed and implemented production schedules to ensure timely completion of projects.
  • Monitored the daily operations of the production team, providing guidance and support as needed.
  • Ensured that all safety policies and regulations were followed in accordance with company standards.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of materials throughout the production process.
  • Created reports on productivity levels, cost analysis, and inventory status.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and address any issues or concerns.
  • Implemented strategies to reduce waste while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Developed performance metrics to track progress against established goals.
  • Established clear communication channels between management and staff members.
  • Monitored employee attendance records and took disciplinary action when appropriate.
  • Scheduled staff work assignments, rotations and overtime.
  • Reviewed production orders, schedules, delivery dates and inventory levels to determine product availability.
  • Ensured safety regulations were followed by all personnel in the production area.
  • Trained new staff on production processes and procedures.
  • Maintained accurate records of daily production activities.
  • Supervised a team of 20+ employees, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently and accurately.
  • Resolved any conflicts between employees in a professional manner.
  • Performed regular quality checks throughout the production process to ensure customer specifications were met.
  • Analyzed data from monthly productivity reports to identify trends and potential issues with current processes.
  • Assisted with troubleshooting equipment malfunctions or operational problems as needed.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvements through analysis of existing workflows.
  • Coordinated resources across multiple teams and projects as needed.
  • Supported safety programs to reduce and eliminate employee injuries.
  • Monitored equipment, checked supplies and coordinated manpower to meet expected demand.
  • Established and updated production schedules to meet changing demands.
  • Monitored staff training and output to meet compliance, productivity and revenue goals.
  • Oversaw inventory and physical counts and performed periodic cycle counts to verify outgoing orders.
  • Monitored manufacturing variances to achieve quality improvement while resolving product process and equipment problems.
  • Cultivated communication among senior managers and floor supervisors to encourage optimal productivity.

Production Lead

Finelite Inc.
Livermore, CA
03.2011 - 02.2021
  • Coordinated production schedules and assigned tasks to employees.
  • Monitored the quality of products during production process.
  • Ensured safety regulations were followed by all staff members.
  • Conducted performance reviews with team members to ensure goals are being met.
  • Controlled labor costs by ensuring that workers are working efficiently.
  • Looked through work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
  • Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
  • Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
  • Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
  • Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
  • Monitored production line, watching for pile-ups or jams.
  • Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
  • Identified and supported continuous improvement efforts with supervisor.
  • Reported problems or concerns with quality, processes, equipment, materials and labor to supervisor.

Education

High School Diploma -

Camiling Tarlac
Philippines
05-2002

Skills

  • Supply chain distribution
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Production Line Management
  • Staff Scheduling
  • Safety Management
  • Quality Control
  • Resource Allocation
  • Training Coordination
  • Production Optimization
  • Production Planning
  • Workforce training
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Staff Management
  • Experienced in production scheduling
  • Operations Management
  • Manufacturing
  • Inventory Coordination
  • Logistics
  • Strong leadership abilities
  • Assembly and production

Timeline

Production Manager

Finelite Inc.
11.2022 - 05.2023

Production Supervisor

Finelite Inc.
03.2021 - 10.2022

Production Lead

Finelite Inc.
03.2011 - 02.2021

High School Diploma -

Camiling Tarlac
Lester Bongolan