Nathan Stephens
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Dynamic Chemical Manufacturing Supervisor with expertise in process optimization, safety protocol training, and logistics management. Proven track record in enhancing productivity and streamlining operations to drive efficiency.
Overview
1
1
Certification
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Chemical Manufacturing Supervisor
Chase Specialty Coatings
Pittsburgh, PA
01.2022 - Current
- Supervised daily manufacturing operations to ensure smooth workflow and efficiency.
- Planned, coordinated, and monitored daily operations of the manufacturing department.
- Trained and mentored production staff on safety protocols and best practices.
- Assigned tasks to staff based on their qualifications and experience level.
- Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion.
- Coordinated maintenance of equipment to minimize downtime and enhance productivity.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve output.
- Coordinated with other departments such as Quality Assurance, Procurement. for smooth functioning of operations.
- Developed standard operating procedures for the manufacturing process.
- Provided technical guidance to staff on manufacturing processes and troubleshooting issues.
- Conducted employee training sessions on new products or processes introduced in the plant.
- Provided employee coaching and employment decisions.
- Documented and submitted employee attendance and work hours.
- Resolved conflicts between workers within the department or with other departments.
- Conferred with management and subordinates to resolve problems or complaints.
- Assisted machine operators with completing, inspecting and transporting finished pieces.
Shipping Supervisor
Chase Specialty Coatings
Pittsburgh, PA
09.2015 - 12.2021
- Oversaw daily shipping operations and coordinated logistics with carriers.
- Supervised shipping personnel to ensure efficient and accurate completion of tasks.
- Trained and mentored staff on shipping procedures and safety protocols.
- Maintained compliance with shipping regulations and company policies.
- Coordinated with carriers to schedule pick-up and delivery times for shipments.
- Scheduled materials shipments and transportation for on-time delivery, reducing delays.
- Collaborated with production teams to streamline shipment schedules.
- Checked loaded materials compared to work orders for correctness.
- Maintained records of all outgoing shipments, ensuring that they were accurate and complete.
- Resolved customer complaints related to shipment discrepancies or delays in a timely manner.
- Managed communication between customers, vendors, suppliers, and other stakeholders throughout the entire shipment process.
Bridge Deck Paving Consultant
Chase Specialty Coatings
Pittsburgh, PA
02.2013 - 09.2015
- Led client consultations to identify specific coating needs and ensure project alignment.
- Clarified customer requirements to tailor services and improve client satisfaction.
- Cultivated collaborative relationships with staff and management to facilitate effective teamwork.
Travel Crew Lead
Chase Specialty Coatings
Pittsburgh , PA
10.2008 - 02.2013
- Coordinated with customers on job location to be there on time
- Coordinated timely arrival of support tankers with required materials for job execution
- Maintained organized records of receipts and daily logs for financial accountability
- Tracked employee hours, ensuring accurate payroll processing
- Planned routes driven for efficiency and time
Laborer
Chase Specialty Coatings
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
05.2003 - 10.2008
- Operated machinery, ensuring smooth production flow and optimal performance.
- Monitored machine feed and speed to maintain optimal operation.
- Adjusted machine settings to ensure accurate task completion.
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions to minimize downtime.
- Loaded raw materials into machines per specified measurements.
- Ensured product quality by verifying measurements with precision tools. using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fox Chapel
Fox Chapel 06-2003
Skills
- SOP development
- Process optimization
- Production planning
- Logistics management
- Shipping operations
- Shipment coordination
- Inventory control
- Warehouse operations
- Assembly line supervision
- Lean manufacturing
- Safety protocol training
- Employee training
- Communication management
- Schedule coordination
- Adaptability
Certification
- Fork Truck Certified
Timeline
Chemical Manufacturing Supervisor
Chase Specialty Coatings
01.2022 - Current
Shipping Supervisor
Chase Specialty Coatings
09.2015 - 12.2021
Bridge Deck Paving Consultant
Chase Specialty Coatings
02.2013 - 09.2015
Travel Crew Lead
Chase Specialty Coatings
10.2008 - 02.2013
Laborer
Chase Specialty Coatings
05.2003 - 10.2008
High School Diploma -
Fox Chapel