Michael Heckman
Saint Clair,PA
Summary
Production Supervisor with expertise in process improvement and team collaboration at Big Lots Distribution Center. Achievements include reduced downtime and increased productivity through effective equipment maintenance and safety protocols. Skilled in training teams to meet production goals while maintaining quality standards and operational efficiency. Strong leadership abilities demonstrated through successful implementation of process improvements and adherence to safety regulations.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
Big Lots Distribution Center
Tremont, Pennsylvania
04.2010 - 02.2025
- Collaborated with management team to develop strategies for improving efficiency in the production area.
- Managed daily operations within budget constraints while meeting deadlines.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure smooth production flow.
- Trained team members on safety and operational procedures.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Scheduled shifts and managed employee assignments effectively.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production activities.
- Supervised a team of 20+ employees, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently and accurately.
- Supported safety programs to reduce and eliminate employee injuries.
- Resolved any conflicts between employees in a professional manner.
- Oversaw continuous improvement initiatives in lean environment to drive gains in quality, flow and output.
- Resolved operational issues promptly to minimize downtime.
- Communicated effectively with other departments to ensure smooth workflow from start to finish.
Machine Operator
Transwestern polymers
Hometown,PA , PA
01.2009 - 04.2010
- Operated machinery to produce polymer products efficiently.
- Monitored production lines for quality control and safety compliance.
- Maintained equipment through regular inspections and minor repairs.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize production workflows.
- Trained new operators on safety protocols and machine operation.
- Adhered to safety guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
- Record production information such as quantities produced and materials used on daily logs.
- Monitored and observed production line to watch for pile-ups and jams.
- Documented and recorded critical metrics in database related to pressure, temperature, level and flow data to maintain and update accurate repair logs.
Assistant Foreman
Fairmount Foundry
Hamburg, Pennsylvania
02.2006 - 01.2009
- Assisted in overseeing daily operations of foundry production processes.
- Coordinated workflow among team members and ensured safety compliance.
- Monitored material inventory levels and reported shortages to management.
- Participated in regular meetings with management team to discuss progress towards goals.
- Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
- Checked project details to verify job site materials and equipment.
- Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.
- Monitored job site parts and equipment.
- Complied with federal and company regulations to maintain high level of job site safety.
- Maintained high standards of job safety, productivity and quality.
- Diagnosed and corrected equipment and machinery malfunctions.
- Estimated time, employee expenses and material costs for projects.
- Monitored employee performance and provided feedback for improvement.
- Resolved conflicts between workers and addressed grievances as needed.
- Facilitated problem-solving sessions among staff members when necessary; offered suggestions and solutions where possible .
- Oversaw daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning tasks, monitoring workflow .
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate activities that impacted production goals.
- Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Education
Certified Power Equipment And Heavy Machinery Trainer - Machinery Operations
Penns Gate Industry’s
On Location08-2010
Nocti - Carpentry
Schuylkill Technology Center
Minersville, PA05-2006
GED -
Pottsville Area High School
Pottsville, PA05-2004
Skills
- Process improvement and workflow optimization
- Equipment maintenance and operation
- Production scheduling and quality control
- Safety compliance and risk management
- Employee training and team collaboration
- Effective communication and leadership
- Time management and prioritization
- Continuous improvement and operations management
Affiliations
- Motor sports
- fishing
- hunting
- building
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Big Lots Distribution Center
04.2010 - 02.2025
Machine Operator
Transwestern polymers
01.2009 - 04.2010
Assistant Foreman
Fairmount Foundry
02.2006 - 01.2009
Certified Power Equipment And Heavy Machinery Trainer - Machinery Operations
Penns Gate Industry’s
Nocti - Carpentry
Schuylkill Technology Center
GED -
Pottsville Area High School