Michael L Williams
Byram,MS
Summary
Results driven manufacturing professional with 21 years of hands-on industry experience, including 10 years in team leadership roles overseeing cross-functional production teams. Proven expertise in CNC press brake operation, assembly, quality control, and operator training. Adept at optimizing workflow efficiency, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and developing high-performance teams. Committed to continuous improvement and delivering superior results in fast paced manufacturing environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Training Technician
Electrolux Professional Inc.
03.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented training programs for 35 new team members to promote skillsets and operational efficiency.
- Assessed training needs through performance evaluations, enabling targeted learning solutions for trainee development.
- Assisted in the selection process for new trainers, ensuring their expertise aligned with company needs and quality assurance standards.
- Developed skill progression benchmarks to track operator growth in safety, measurement accuracy, and part quality.
- Increased productivity levels by identifying performance gaps and devising targeted training programs.
- Supported organizational change efforts by creating timely training materials that eased employees' transitions into new roles or responsibilities.
CNC Machine Operator
Electrolux Professional Inc.
07.2016 - 03.2022
- Operated 6 CNC machines to produce precision components according to specifications.
- Monitored and adjusted machine settings to maintain optimal performance and product quality.
- Collaborated with engineering team to implement process improvements for efficiency gains.
- Led team in identifying workflow bottlenecks, implementing solutions to enhance productivity.
- Input instructions to program CNC machines to control machine movement and produce parts to specification.
- Reviewed and interpreted schematics, blueprints, and work instructions to determine product specifications and machine requirements.
Team Leader
Unified Brands
05.2006 - 07.2016
- Oversaw daily operations of manufacturing teams, ensuring production targets, safety standards, and quality benchmarks were consistently met.
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities while managing multiple tasks efficiently.
- Set performance expectations for 7 to 10 team members daily, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Developed team members' skills through targeted coaching sessions, resulting in improved individual performance.
- Collaborated with other department leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
- Streamlined workflows for increased efficiency, reducing turnaround times for critical tasks.
- Promoted culture of continuous improvement by encouraging feedback from all team members and implementing actionable changes.
- Led by example, reinforcing a culture of accountability, precision, and safety.
- Motivated team members to surpass their targets, recognizing and rewarding their achievements.
- Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
- Coordinated with engineering and quality departments to implement process improvements, reducing downtime and defects..
- Improved operational workflows, enabling team to handle increased workloads without compromising quality.
- Learned operational procedures and best practices to ensure efficiency.
Education
Certificate - Operator Safety Training For Sit Down Forklifts
Burke Handling Systems
Jackson, MS03-2025
Certificate - Industrial Laser Safety Officer
Laser Safety Certification
10-2023
Certificate - Excel 2016 Essentials
Hinds Community College
Vicksburg, MS06-2022
Certificate - Excel 2016 Advanced
Hinds Community College
Vicksburg, MS06-2022
Certificate - Basic Manufacturing Skills Course
Hinds Community College
Vicksburg, MS03-2022
No Degree -
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS05-1991
High School Diploma -
Port Gibson High School
Port Gibson, MS05.1989
Skills
- Team Leadership & Supervision
- Production & Workflow Optimization
- Certified Sit Down Forklift Trainer
- Technical Training & Development
- Blueprint Reading & Technical Drawings
- Precision Measuring (Calipers, Protractors)
- Silver Brazing
- CNC Press Brake Operation / Training
- Assembly & Fabrication
- PNC Spinning Lathe Operation / Training
Timeline
Training Technician
Electrolux Professional Inc.
03.2022 - Current
CNC Machine Operator
Electrolux Professional Inc.
07.2016 - 03.2022
Team Leader
Unified Brands
05.2006 - 07.2016
High School Diploma -
Port Gibson High School
Certificate - Operator Safety Training For Sit Down Forklifts
Burke Handling Systems
Certificate - Industrial Laser Safety Officer
Laser Safety Certification
Certificate - Excel 2016 Essentials
Hinds Community College
Certificate - Excel 2016 Advanced
Hinds Community College
Certificate - Basic Manufacturing Skills Course
Hinds Community College
No Degree -
Jackson State University
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