Matthew Coon
Production Manager
Waynesvile ,NC
Summary
Production Manager with a proven track record at Magnera, enhancing operational efficiency and team performance. Expert in production optimization and fostering team development, I've significantly increased productivity by implementing continuous improvement initiatives. Skilled in root-cause analysis and safety management, my leadership has consistently met tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Manager
Magnera
11.2023 - Current
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
- Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace hazards and ensure employee well-being.
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging open communication between team members and regularly soliciting feedback on operational procedures.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products according to customer requirements.
- Evaluated and tracked KPIs to ensure alignment with production goals and enhance overall performance.
- Analyzed production processes to determine root causes of inefficiencies and implement corrective measures.
- Maintained accountability for all production activities and results.
Process Engineer Technician
Glatfelter
01.2021 - 11.2023
- Provided technical assistance to production team when issues arose.
- Evaluated new technologies and equipment upgrades to enhance overall process capabilities, ensuring market competitiveness.
- Coordinated with suppliers to resolve raw material issues affecting production schedules.
- Optimized manufacturing processes by implementing continuous improvement initiatives and lean methodologies.
- Participated in project reviews to enable ongoing status tracking and reporting.
- Implemented standardized work instructions, enhancing operator understanding of critical tasks and improving workflow consistency.
- Identified bottlenecks in the production line through capacity analysis studies, increasing overall throughput rates as a result.
- Reduced production downtime by conducting thorough root cause analyses and implementing corrective actions.
- Coached newly hired employees and interns while observing progress and delegating tasks.
Production Supervisor
Jacob Holm
04.2019 - 01.2021
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Managed team of 7 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
- Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
- Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
Production Technician
Jacob Holm
06.2018 - 04.2019
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions quickly to minimize disruptions in production schedules.
- Trained new team members on equipment operation, safety protocols, and company policies, fostering a skilled workforce.
- Assisted in quality control measures by performing routine inspections of products against established standards.
- Performed setup of production equipment to establish optimal performance.
- Participated in root cause analysis investigations for recurring issues, identifying solutions to prevent recurrence.
- Increased workplace safety, conducting thorough hazard assessments and implementing corrective actions.
Production Operator
Jacob Holm
03.2016 - 06.2018
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Supported workplace safety through strict adherence to safety protocols and regular inspections of machinery.
- Set up and adjusted machines for day-to-day operations.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Inspected final products for defects and flaws using proper QA procedures.
- Improved production efficiency by optimizing machine settings and conducting routine maintenance.
- Maintained detailed records of production data, ensuring accuracy for inventory tracking and performance evaluation purposes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Enka High School
Candler, NC07-2012
Skills
- Production planning
- Operations management
- Staff management
- Production scheduling
- Continuous improvements
- Team development
- Safety management
- Production optimization
- Quality control
- Health and safety compliance
- Materials management
- Root-cause analysis
Accomplishments
- Proficiently supervised 1 production line, oversaw materials inspection, scheduled production and conducted weekly physical inventories.
- Supervised team of 20-30 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop Weekly, Monthly, and Yearly Reports Tracking KPI's, and targeting top 5 Downtime areas and issues actions items to address most needed area's.
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma - Multiple projects.
- Fundamentals of Leadership - AB Tech
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
Timeline
Production Manager
Magnera
11.2023 - Current
Process Engineer Technician
Glatfelter
01.2021 - 11.2023
Production Supervisor
Jacob Holm
04.2019 - 01.2021
Production Technician
Jacob Holm
06.2018 - 04.2019
Production Operator
Jacob Holm
03.2016 - 06.2018
High School Diploma -
Enka High School
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