Nathaniel Lovelady

Safety:

• Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards.
• Collaborated with other departments to integrate safety in all aspects of organization.
• Investigated accidents and incidents to determine root causes and develop corrective actions to address underlying issues.
• Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for safe work practices and comply with regulations.

Quality:

• Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
• Established key gates in production for quality checks and adherence.
• Created checklist and organizational strategies to report quality defects.
• Followed and established improvements quality standards and procedures to minimize errors and maximize customer satisfaction.
• Provided observations, took measurements, and performed tests at various stages according to quality control plan.

Production:

• Developed and deployed production control plans and supported in implementing work instructions and procedures.
• Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
• Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays.
• Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
• Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment performance, reviewing materials supplies, and organizing manpower.
• Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
• Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.

Leadership:

• Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labor, equipment and materials.
• Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status.
• Managed team of 15-25 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting deadlines.
• Conducted performance reviews, offering praise and recommendations for improvement.
• Established 1 on 1 schedule with teams to identify issues in performance and focused on employee growth.
• Development of new leaders on the line.
• Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
• Created and implemented strategies for improving operational efficiency and accuracy.
• Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
• Collaborated with internal teams to streamline operations across materials handling, production, and shipping.
• Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.

Achievements:

• Cultivated professional working relationships with peers and cross-functional teams.
• Increased production goals for box build team from 3 to 9 over 1 years time.
• Created and implemented Continuous Improvement and Engineering Change Request meetings for line feedback.
• Introduced lean manufacturing.
• Established meaningful relationships with all leads and peers as a resource for support and improvement suggestions.

Safety/Quality:

• Ensured a safe working environment with EHS, PPE, and VPP regular safety audits.
• Achieved and maintained departmental, plant and company goals for safety and quality.
• Addressed non-conformances and rework challenges with enhanced quality control strategies.
• Instructed and trained adherence to Manufacturing Instructions for all employees to follow for accuracy.
• Completed scheduled inspections of materials, products, and equipment to proactively detect problems.
• Used technical documentation and standard formulas to calculate equipment requirements and production specifications.

Leadership:

• Coordinated 30 employees crew to accomplish production goals.
• Developed on-boarding schedule for new hires in production processes and safety procedures.
• Led team meetings to discuss progress, goals, and challenges within department.
• Motivated employees to improve performance and meet or exceed production targets.
• Boosted team performance with continuous training strategies.
• Evaluated employee performance, provided feedback, and coaching as needed.
• Educated staff on relevant industry developments or advancements in technology.
• Improved employee job satisfaction and reduced turnover by designing job-relevant training by fostering teamwork and open communication among employees.
• Developed team from within, recommending employees for raises and preparing associates for increasing responsibility.

Production Goals:

• Increased productivity and improved processes to remove bottlenecks and boost throughput by analysis Key Performance Indicators.
• Minimized downtime by monitoring equipment operations and directing preventive maintenance programs.
• Logged production activities and prepared reports for management.
• Resolved issues related to inventory, shipping, or personnel promptly.
• Created contingency plans for potential emergencies or unexpected disruptions in production processes.

Reduction:

• Reduced production errors, coordinating new runs based off clear technical plans.
• Analyzed data trends to optimize resource allocation across various production tasks.
• Practiced Continuous Improvement lean manufacturing techniques and reduced waste and process cost.
• Achieved excellence in Root Cause Analysis by leveraging cross-functional teams.

Accomplishment:

• Held production records for highest output on respective lines under my supervision.
• Awarded for most continuous improvement activities, changes, and adaptation for evolving production demands.
• Recognized for high level team communications via Microsoft Teams with self-designed format for reporting limiters.
• Recognized for the best detailed reporting of ongoing production limiters in real time.

Customer service:

• Converted home improvement and staging leads into contracted projects using expert design knowledge and persuasive communication skills.
• Planned projects based on owners' desires, budgets, and requirements.
• Selected finishes, colors, and products to complete residential and commercial projects.
• Conveyed style recommendations to help new homeowners feel connected to designs.
• Visited project on completion with client and resolved complaints or concerns.
• Determined timelines and project costs and presented accurate estimates to clients.
• Managed client requests for changes and revisions during project.
• Created customized color palettes tailored to individual client preferences.
• Ordered or obtained materials adhering to project and budget specifications.
• Used design applications to prepare and illustrate final plans.

Technical Engineering:

• Coordinated drawings and plans from initial concepts to executable CAD documents and specifications.
• Utilized computer-aided drafting CAD software to produce accurate floor plans and elevations.
• Helped clients maximize space, layout, and use with strategic advice.
• Designed functional and aesthetically pleasing interior spaces for residential and commercial clients.
• Collaborated with architects, builders and painters to complete projects to desired specifications.
• Presented design concepts through sketches, mood boards, and digital renderings.
• Coordinated smooth installations by working closely with construction and delivery teams.