Michael Walker II
Garden City,KS
Summary
Dedicated management professional with experience leading high-performing teams in a diverse and dynamic environment. Adept in developing and implementing service strategies tailored to customer needs, managing customer complaints, and driving customer satisfaction. Proven ability to identify and resolve service issues, streamline processes, and exceed organizational goals. Participating in monthly training to sharpen skills and become more efficient at leading over 16 employees daily.
Results-driven management professional with proven track record in overseeing plant operations and optimizing production processes. Adept at fostering team collaboration and ensuring operational efficiency while adapting to evolving demands. Strong skills in resource management, process improvement, and safety compliance. Reliable and goal-oriented, consistently delivering impactful outcomes through strategic leadership and decisive action.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plant Manager
Midwest PMS
09.2023 - Current
- Led production teams to optimize workflow and enhance operational efficiency.
- Implemented safety protocols, reducing workplace incidents and promoting a culture of safety.
- Oversaw inventory management to ensure timely availability of materials and resources.
- Streamlined maintenance processes, minimizing equipment downtime and improving reliability.
- Analyzed production metrics to identify areas for continuous improvement in processes.
- Managed budget allocations effectively, ensuring cost control while maintaining product quality.
- Increased production efficiency by optimizing plant layout and implementing process improvements.
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.
FRONT LINE LEADER (SUPERVISOR)
International Paper
11.2007 - 09.2023
- Demonstrated ability to lead a team and achieve goals efficiently.
- Created weekly schedules based on predicted staffing needs, budgets and employee requests.
- Implemented revenue strategies through statistical analysis.
- Adept at monitoring inventory levels and ordering supplies as needed.
- Oversaw personnel to maintain adequate staffing and minimize overtime.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
- Developed existing team into high productivity, results-oriented unit through creative initiatives.
- Communicated effectively with coworkers regarding production issues or delays.
- Organized work area daily to ensure efficient workflow throughout shift.
- Operated forklifts and cranes to move materials to different locations within production facility.
- Followed safety guidelines and procedures for operating assembly line equipment.
- Maintained positive relationships with customers, colleagues, and supervisors.
- Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations and procedures
- Provided assistance in other departments when needed.
- Maintained payroll hours daily and verified correct punches for all direct reports
- Lead daily safety stand downs and discussed current expectations
- Operated machinery as needed to cover absences
DRYWALL CONTRACTOR
Self employed
01.2003 - 11.2007
- Communicated requirements to internal team members and external client users.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines were met and tasks completed accurately.
- Planned jobs based on customer needs
- Assigned tasks to sub-contractors
- Created bids and followed up to collect for tasks completed at job site
- Cut,hung and finished drywall as well as paint and texture
- Developed and executed creative solutions to complex problems.
MECHANIC
Tyson Foods
01.2003 - 01.2006
- Performed routine and scheduled maintenance services.
- Repaired and replaced worn or defective parts using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments.
- Researched technical service bulletins to stay up-to-date on manufacturer recommendations.
- Performed PMs daily as well as owned certain pieces of equipment that I was responsible for maintaining
- Cleaned and maintained shop area
- Responsible for keeping up with online training
- Worked closely with other mechanics to maximize efficiency in completing jobs quickly.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify potential issues before they became major repairs.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Scott Community High School
Scott City, KS01.1995
Skills
- Final Product Testing
- Visual Inspection
- Aligning Parts
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Checking Tolerances
- Quality Inspections
- Behavioral Coaching
- Hand And Power Tools
- Assembly And Production
- Continuous Improvement Process
- Maintenance Requirements
- Personnel Records
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Equipment Monitoring
- Hazardous Materials
- Project Management
- Duty Assignments
- Checking Product Quality
- Preparing Boxes
- Professional Relationships
- Performance Improvement
- Machinery Operation
- Safety Meetings
- Food Safety Guidelines
- Operational Efficiency
- Providing Feedback
- Good Manufacturing Practices
- Production Equipment Assessment
- Process Management
- Basic Mathematical Abilities
- Quality Control
- Production Line
- Employee Counseling
- Defect Identification
- Business Operations
- Safety Protocols
- Employee Performance
- Safety Policies And Procedures
- Read Schematics
- Employee Coaching And Mentoring
- Goals And Performance
- Operational Procedures
- Managing Time
- Shipment Procedures
- Hazard Mitigation
- Environmental Monitoring
- Production Documentation
- Manufacturing
- Test Engineering
- Assembly Testing
- Blueprints And Diagrams
- Assembly Instructions
- Defective Parts Disassembly
- Task Analysis
- Storage Coordination
- Safety management
- Operations management
- Project management
- Plant and warehouse operations
- Production planning
- Performance improvements
- Continuous improvement
- Facility management
- Training programs
- Production scheduling
- Team building and development
- Cost control
Certification
LAMPD safety leadership training
Timeline
Plant Manager
Midwest PMS
09.2023 - Current
FRONT LINE LEADER (SUPERVISOR)
International Paper
11.2007 - 09.2023
DRYWALL CONTRACTOR
Self employed
01.2003 - 11.2007
MECHANIC
Tyson Foods
01.2003 - 01.2006
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Scott Community High School