Michael Ruppe
Oakdale,TN
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Trulite Glass and Aluminum Solutions, enhancing productivity and efficiency through lean manufacturing and strong leadership. Excelled in operations management and team development, achieving significant improvements in production processes and quality assurance. Skilled in root cause analysis and continuous improvement, consistently exceeding production targets.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Manager
Trulite Glass and Aluminum Solutions
04.2022 - Current
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging open communication between team members and regularly soliciting feedback on operational procedures.
- Reviewed maintenance and repair problems to determine appropriate action for resolution.
- Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
- Conducted root cause analysis on production issues, devising corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Assistant Plant Manager
Elite Comfort Solutions
03.2014 - 02.2022
- Improved production efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing lean manufacturing techniques.
- Developed cross-training initiatives for employees, improving overall workforce flexibility and productivity.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to team members, fostering professional growth and skill development.
- Oversaw daily production schedules, ensuring timely completion of orders while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Supported Plant Manager in establishing strategic objectives for the facility, aligning with broader company goals.
- Collaborated with HR to recruit top talent, reducing turnover rates and fostering a positive work environment.
- Spearheaded process improvements that increased overall plant capacity without additional capital investment or headcount increases.
Production Supervisor
Newco USA
02.2007 - 03.2014
- Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
- Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
- Consistently met or exceeded production targets while maintaining strict quality standards, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing techniques and reducing waste.
- Achieved on-time shipments goal by empowering employees to continued success.
- Managed inventory levels effectively to ensure availability of raw materials and minimize stock discrepancies.
- Collaborated with internal teams to streamline operations across materials handling, production, and shipping.
Education
High School Diploma -
Oakdale High School
Oakdale, TN05.2005
Skills
- Production Planning
- Operations Management
- Strong leadership abilities
- Staff Management
- Continuous improvements
- Team Development
- Staff Scheduling
- Root Cause Analysis
- Quality assurance training
- Cost Reduction
- Training skills
- Equipment monitoring
- Lean Manufacturing
Certification
- Six Sigma Green Belt Certification (CSSGB) - American Society for Quality (ASQ).
- Lean Six Sigma Certification
Timeline
Production Manager
Trulite Glass and Aluminum Solutions
04.2022 - Current
Assistant Plant Manager
Elite Comfort Solutions
03.2014 - 02.2022
Production Supervisor
Newco USA
02.2007 - 03.2014
High School Diploma -
Oakdale High School
- Six Sigma Green Belt Certification (CSSGB) - American Society for Quality (ASQ).
- Lean Six Sigma Certification
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