Nathan Dusek
Knapp,Wisconsin
Summary
Accomplished Production Supervisor with over 10 years of experience in staff management and production optimization. Skilled in training and mentoring teams, fostering collaboration, and driving continuous improvement efforts to meet and exceed production targets.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
Bauer Built Manufacturing
Durand, WI
09.2024 - Current
- Supervised daily production operations to ensure efficiency and quality standards.
- Trained new team members on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Coordinated workflow between departments to meet production schedules.
- Monitored equipment performance and conducted routine maintenance checks.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce waste.
- Led daily team meetings to discuss goals, challenges, and performance metrics.
- Enforced compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Collaborated with management on inventory control and resource allocation strategies.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly against established benchmarks for ongoing personnel development.
- Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays.
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
- Contributed to continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities for process enhancements and recommending appropriate solutions for implementation.
- Created an inclusive work culture that encouraged collaboration and open communication among staff members at all levels within the organization.
- Assisted in the implementation of new systems or machinery upgrades for enhanced productivity and cost savings.
- Increased team morale and productivity by fostering inclusive and supportive work environment.
Production Supervisor
Pallet Service
Knapp, WI
01.2014 - 09.2024
- Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
- Managed team of [Number] production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
- 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.
- Optimized workflow through effective resource allocation and scheduling adjustments.
- Enforced compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly against established benchmarks for ongoing personnel development.
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing techniques and reducing waste.
- Collaborated with management and engineering teams to develop and implement innovative strategies for maximizing production efficiency without compromising quality standards.
- Contributed to continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities for process enhancements and recommending appropriate solutions for implementation.
- Created an inclusive work culture that encouraged collaboration and open communication among staff members at all levels within the organization.
Retail Store Manager
Chicones Liquor Mart
Hudson, WI
09.1993 - 11.2010
- Oversaw daily store operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Managed inventory levels, optimizing stock replenishment to reduce waste and enhance product availability.
- Trained and developed staff, fostering a customer-centric approach to service excellence.
- Implemented promotional strategies, increasing customer engagement and driving sales growth in-store.
- Analyzed sales data, adjusting merchandising strategies to align with market trends and customer preferences.
- Established strong vendor relationships, negotiating favorable terms to maximize profitability for the store.
- Maintained a clean and organized store appearance to enhance the overall shopping experience for customers.
- Managed inventory control processes to restore back stock, control costs, and maintain sales floor levels to meet customer needs.
- Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales, complicated issues, and difficult customers.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly provided constructive feedback coaching opportunities improvement recognition outstanding achievements.
- Improved store sales by implementing effective marketing strategies and attractive visual merchandising.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Recruited and retained top talent, with focus on completing timely performance evaluations, providing positive feedback, and rewarding superior performance.
- Boosted employee retention rates by fostering a positive work environment, providing growth opportunities, and offering competitive compensation packages.
Education
High School Diploma -
St. Croix Central
Hammond05-1991
Skills
- Quality control
- Continuous improvement
- Production management
- Training and mentoring
- Staff management
- Assembly and production
- Process improvement
- Production and processing
- Equipment operation
- Quality assurance
- Workflow optimization
- Priority management
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Bauer Built Manufacturing
09.2024 - Current
Production Supervisor
Pallet Service
01.2014 - 09.2024
Retail Store Manager
Chicones Liquor Mart
09.1993 - 11.2010
High School Diploma -
St. Croix Central