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Nicholas Calhoun

Paragould,AR

Summary

Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Value Stream Manager

Nice-pak
Jonesboro, AR
03.2022 - Current
  • Monitored daily operations to ensure compliance with established standards and procedures.
  • Assisted in developing budget plans for new projects related to the value stream environment.
  • Participated in meetings with senior leadership team members in order to discuss strategic direction for long-term success.
  • Developed reports detailing performance metrics such as cycle time, throughput rate, scrap rate.
  • Ensured quality assurance requirements are met throughout all stages of the value stream process.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop strategies for enhancing product design, manufacturing processes, supply chain management, and customer service resulting in a 15-20% increase in OEE.
  • Provided support during audits by verifying compliance with applicable regulations.
  • Managed projects related to new product launches, process improvements, inventory control initiatives.

Production Control Manager

Denso Manufacturing
Osceola, AR
09.2014 - 03.2022
  • Implemented programs for tracking inventory movements between locations.
  • Monitored inventory levels, identified trends and forecasted future needs for raw materials, parts, supplies and equipment.
  • Evaluated current inventory levels to determine appropriate stocking levels for each item.
  • Managed relationships with external vendors providing services related to production control.
  • Conducted regular audits to identify areas for improvement in process efficiency or cost reduction efforts.
  • Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of required materials.
  • Executed scheduling plans to meet customer demand while minimizing costs.
  • Performed root cause analysis when issues arose related to production delays or quality discrepancies.
  • Informed management, stakeholders and clients regarding production delays and potential solutions.
  • Monitored inventory usage and replenishment to ensure proper quantities to meet job requirements.
  • Guaranteed timely product delivery through cross-functional task distribution.
  • Coordinated production requirements with material handling and staffing functions.
  • Planned production operations while establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing processes.
  • Collaborated with leadership to develop production department budget and forecast.
  • Utilized Kanban and TPS production systems to enhance productivity.
  • Optimized usage of Cigma Planning tools (AS400)

Warehouse Supervisor

Anchor Packaging
Paragould, AR
03.2007 - 09.2014
  • Assisted with scheduling shipments and deliveries according to customer requirements.
  • Created strategies for improving operational efficiencies in the warehouse.
  • Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures for the warehouse team.
  • Directed receiving, warehousing, distribution and maintenance services.
  • Supervised loading and unloading of materials from incoming trucks.
  • Provided leadership to motivate staff members to achieve performance goals.
  • Maintained and updated inventory records accurately.
  • Enforced company policies related to employee conduct in the workplace.
  • Generated warehouse shipping documents, packing lists and invoices.
  • Hired, trained and motivated warehouse staff to meet tight schedules and demanding performance targets.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Buisness Administration And Managment

Arkansas Northeastern College
Blytheville, AR

Skills

  • Cost-reduction strategies
  • Operations Management
  • Decision-making capabilities
  • Effective communication abilities
  • Quality Management Systems
  • Strategic planning abilities
  • Cross-functional team leadership
  • Effective Communication
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Transportation Planning
  • Supply chain distribution

Timeline

Value Stream Manager

Nice-pak
03.2022 - Current

Production Control Manager

Denso Manufacturing
09.2014 - 03.2022

Warehouse Supervisor

Anchor Packaging
03.2007 - 09.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Buisness Administration And Managment

Arkansas Northeastern College

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