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Matt Sumrall

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Summary

Experienced Fabrication Foreman with a proven track record at Austal USA, enhancing operational efficiency and driving production quality. Expert in fabrication processes and team leadership, I successfully implemented lean manufacturing principles, reducing costs and improving productivity. Committed to fostering collaboration and mentoring staff to achieve departmental goals.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Fabrication Foreman

Austal USA
10.2011 - Current
  • Recommended and initiated improvements to production processes to increase manufacturing efficiency.
  • Assigned work to department personnel to attain department objectives.
  • Controlled procedures to drive production of conforming fabricated assembly components and compliance with quality standards.
  • Provided training, support, direction and mentorship to continually develop employee work habits, job skills and safety practices.
  • Established and analyzed cost control systems to achieve department budget objectives.
  • Expedited project completion times by effectively allocating resources and managing workloads among team members.

Production Foreman

Fincher Timber Co
03.2002 - 08.2011
  • Assisted upper management with strategic planning to meet long-term objectives in productivity and profitability growth.
  • Reduced machine downtime through regular equipment maintenance and staff training on proper usage.
  • Boosted team morale by implementing effective communication strategies and fostering a positive work environment.
  • Improved product quality by closely monitoring production processes and enforcing strict quality control measures.
  • Enhanced production efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing lean manufacturing principles.

Ship Fitter

Alabama Shipyard
04.1997 - 03.2002
  • Minimized material waste through precise measurements and skilled cutting techniques during the fabrication process.
  • Streamlined workflow for welding processes by accurately aligning bulkheads and plates.
  • Contributed to cost savings by utilizing resources efficiently during fabrication and assembly processes.
  • Promoted a safe working environment through consistent compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies.

Education

High School Diploma -

Faith Academy
Mobile, AL
05-1996

Skills

  • Production scheduling
  • Fabrication processes
  • Operational efficiency
  • Manufacturing operations
  • Production planning
  • Six sigma methodologies
  • Fabrication techniques
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Reliability
  • Team collaboration and leadership

Timeline

Fabrication Foreman

Austal USA
10.2011 - Current

Production Foreman

Fincher Timber Co
03.2002 - 08.2011

Ship Fitter

Alabama Shipyard
04.1997 - 03.2002

High School Diploma -

Faith Academy

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