JOHN STILES

• Developed and maintained production schedules to optimize workflow efficiency.
• Coordinated material requirements planning to ensure timely availability of resources.
• Analyzed production data to identify trends and improve operational performance.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve supply chain issues promptly.
• Trained and mentored junior planners on best practices in production planning.
• Led initiatives to streamline inventory management, minimizing excess stock levels.
• Evaluated vendor performance to ensure compliance with quality standards and delivery timelines.
• Developed production schedules according to deadlines for existing orders and sales forecasting.
• Worked directly with production personnel to resolve production scheduling issues and conflicts.
• Developed, released and monitored daily schedules to foster on-time completion of finished products.
• Reviewed inventories, tracked production statuses and ordered materials to foster consistent availability and production schedule adherence.
• Managed change requests effectively, balancing priorities while minimizing disruptions to ongoing operations.
• Mentored junior staff members, fostering a positive team environment that encouraged knowledge sharing and skill development opportunities.
• Used EPICS to provide relevant information, evaluations, and planning data for production.
• Worked with engineering, production, and testing departments to implement corrective actions for missed milestones.

Honorable discharge US Navy