Michael Cooper
Edgerton,WI
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Summary
Experienced with managing production schedules and team performance to ensure timely and quality output. Utilizes strategic planning and problem-solving skills to streamline operations and improve efficiency. Track record of fostering a collaborative work environment and navigating complex production challenges.
Work History
Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift Fabrication
Subzero
Fitchburg, WI
11.2023 - Current
- Supervised production teams to maintain workflow, safety compliance, and quality standards.
- Coordinated daily schedules to align labor, materials, and output requirements.
- Trained operators on equipment use, safety procedures, and quality expectations.
- Enforced corrective actions to address defects and reduce rework across shifts.
- Communicated with maintenance and quality teams to resolve equipment and product issues.
- Reviewed production reports to track performance, shortages, and completion status.
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
Warehouse Manager/Shipping Manager
ACME Tackle Co.
Fort Atkinson, WI
08.2016 - 11.2023
- Developed production schedules to align material availability with customer demand
- Monitored work orders and adjusted priorities to maintain on-time output
- Tracked inventory levels and flagged shortages before production delays occurred
- 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.
- Increased productivity through cross-training and thorough training of both current employees and new hires.
- Hired, trained and motivated warehouse staff to meet tight schedules and demanding performance targets.
- Provided detailed instructions for job responsibilities, safety protocols and company guidelines to new employees.
- Oversaw inventory of incoming and outgoing materials based on physical counts and barcode systems.
- Secured resourcing for materials, equipment and personnel to meet warehouse operational needs.
- Investigated inventory discrepancies to maintain recordkeeping validity.
- Built relationships with shipping and logistics partners to secure better prices and prompt delivery times.
- Negotiated contract terms and prices with vendors, suppliers and carriers.
- Implemented bar coding system to identify location and quantities of requested items.
- Handled departmental scheduling to maintain proper staffing for shifts.
- Supervised activities of workers engaged in receiving, storing and shipping products or materials.
Group Leader
Provisur Technologies Inc.
Whitewater, WI
02.1999 - 08.2016
- Picked and prepared numerous daily shipments in controlled atmosphere warehouse environment.
- Moved boxes, containers, and pallets using special-purpose equipment to support achievement of production targets.
- Assisted coworkers on special projects to develop new skills and increase responsibilities.
- Examined packages and goods for damage and notified vendors of replacement needs.
- Maintained organization of shelves, workstations, and pallet areas to ensure a safe work environment.
- Maintained logs, lists and files and promptly completed necessary paperwork.
- Sustained lockout and tag-out safety protocols by properly using equipment and materials.
- Dismantled and inspected components to complete necessary adjustments and repairs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Edgerton Senior High School
Edgerton, WI06-1994
Skills
- Production workflow management
- Planning production
- Quality control
- Safety standards
- Logistics coordination
- Inventory management
- Project planning and scheduling
- Cost optimization
- Employee Team Supervision
- Employee training
Timeline
Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift Fabrication
Subzero
11.2023 - Current
Warehouse Manager/Shipping Manager
ACME Tackle Co.
08.2016 - 11.2023
Group Leader
Provisur Technologies Inc.
02.1999 - 08.2016
High School Diploma -
Edgerton Senior High School