Matthew Turner
Burt,MI
Summary
Analytical and detailed leader with over 18 years of management experience. Skilled in manufacturing activities with strong background in overseeing production processes and ensuring efficiency. Adept at motivating production teams and analyzing metrics to drive performance, ensuring operational excellence and compliance with industry standards. Proactive and goal-oriented with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. I am prepared to start and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Superintendent
Hausbeck Pickle Co.
01.2025 - Current
- Monitored product quality during production, adhering to safety and hygiene standards.
- Assisted in training new employees on operational procedures and equipment usage.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot equipment issues and maintain workflow efficiency.
- Conducted routine inspections of production lines to identify areas for improvement.
- Supported inventory management by tracking raw materials and finished goods levels.
- Implemented best practices for equipment maintenance, reducing downtime during shifts.
- Documented production activities and maintained accurate records for compliance purposes.
Production Supervisor
Hausbeck Pickle Co.
2020 - 2025
- Performed daily safety meeting
- Coordinated workflow among team members to optimize efficiency in manufacturing processes.
- Supervised daily production activities to ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Monitored equipment performance, performing routine maintenance to minimize downtime.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced product quality and reduced waste.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring adequate stock levels for uninterrupted production flow.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures and safety protocols to promote compliance.
- Conducted regular inspections of production areas, identifying and addressing potential hazards proactively.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues and streamline operations effectively.
- 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.
- Performed daily end of shift supervisor report.
Process Improvements Manager
Hausbeck Pickle Co.
2013 - 2016
- Looked at process mapping to document and identify areas for improvement
- Identify inefficiencies and implement streamlined processes, line starts and stops.
- Purchased new equipment for updates of process line.
- Facilitated departmental collaboration to enhance project outcomes and operational effectiveness
- Worked with the R&D, looking at new desalting process
- Developed training materials to support staff in adopting new line procedures
- Conducted regular audits of processes to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
- Led successful Kaizen events, resulting in tangible improvements to key performance metrics.
- Conducted root cause analyses to pinpoint underlying issues affecting workflow efficiency and effectiveness.
Production Manager
Hausbeck Pickle Co.
2009 - 2013
- Oversaw daily production operations to ensure efficiency and quality standards were met.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced waste and enhanced product consistency.
- Worked close with supervisors to ensure good communication.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline workflow and enhance communication.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices for safety and operational efficiency.
- Analyzed production metrics to identify areas for improvement and drive performance enhancements.
- Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees, and worked with human resources to meet changing production schedules.
- Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
- Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.
- Analyzed production data and prepared reports for senior management.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Oversaw production schedules to ensure timely delivery of products.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chesaning High School
Chesaning, MISkills
- Manufacturing activities planning
- Quality inspection
- Production line management
- Dedication to product quality
- Production team motivation
- Data monitoring
- Compliance with GMP's
- KPI tracking
Accomplishments
- 5s training
- 8d problem solving
- Kaizen method
- Helped create processes and work instructions within the ERP system (Plex)
- Supervised team of over 20 staff members.
- Proficiently supervised 2 to 3 production lines, oversaw materials inspection, scheduled production and conducted weekly physical inventories.
- Used Microsoft Excel to create and develop spreadsheets for tracking shift productivity.
Timeline
Production Superintendent
Hausbeck Pickle Co.
01.2025 - Current
Production Supervisor
Hausbeck Pickle Co.
2020 - 2025
Process Improvements Manager
Hausbeck Pickle Co.
2013 - 2016
Production Manager
Hausbeck Pickle Co.
2009 - 2013
High School Diploma -
Chesaning High School