Nick Coleman
Riceville,TN
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Waupaca, excelling in team management and performance monitoring. Skilled in process improvement and conflict resolution, I successfully enhanced production efficiency and product quality. My commitment to mentoring and inclusive leadership fostered a collaborative environment, achieving significant operational goals while maintaining safety standards.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Gap Leader
TNM
12.2024 - Current
- . Streamlined administrative processes pertaining to participant registration paperwork, improving overall efficiency.
- Collaborated with fellow Gap Leaders on program design and implementation, resulting in cohesive experiences for participants across various locations.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for equipment rentals or activity reservations, optimizing resource allocation while maintaining budgetary constraints.
- . Assisted in marketing and promotion efforts for the Gap Program, contributing to increased enrollment numbers.
- Promoted a positive environment through active listening and providing constructive feedback to participants.
Group Leader
Mills Products
09.2022 - 12.2024
- Led by example, demonstrating commitment to the company''s mission and consistently delivering high-quality work.
- Monitored group performance on a regular basis, analyzing data and trends to identify areas for improvement.
- Delegated tasks strategically and monitored progress for timely completion.
- Monitored team performance to identify productivity improvement opportunities.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Mentored team members to enhance their skillsets, resulting in higher-quality work and improved job satisfaction.
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Established clear goals and expectations for the team, promoting accountability and fostering a high-performance culture.
- Resolved conflict quickly to limit operational disruption and maintain positive, productive working environments.
- Attended staff development meetings and workshops and applied information from those events into daily activities.
Team Leader
Waupaca
10.2001 - 08.2022
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
- 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.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
Production Supervisor
Waupaca
10.2001 - 08.2022
- 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.
- 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.
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Implemented safety protocols and conducted regular audits, achieving a reduction in workplace accidents and incidents.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly against established benchmarks for ongoing personnel development.
- Maintained accurate documentation of production data, enabling informed decision-making for process improvements.
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing techniques and reducing waste.
- 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.
- Collaborated with management and engineering teams to develop and implement innovative strategies for maximizing production efficiency without compromising quality standards.
- Reduced equipment downtime by implementing preventive maintenance programs and timely repairs.
- Contributed to continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities for process enhancements and recommending appropriate solutions for implementation.
- Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment performance, reviewing materials supplies, and organizing manpower.
- Achieved on-time shipments goal by empowering employees to continued success.
- Streamlined communication between departments, fostering a collaborative work environment for efficient problemsolving.
- Created an inclusive work culture that encouraged collaboration and open communication among staff members at all levels within the organization.
- Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
- Managed inventory levels effectively to ensure availability of raw materials and minimize stock discrepancies.
- Conducted root cause analysis on production issues for prompt resolution, minimizing negative impacts on output rates.
- Assisted in the implementation of new systems or machinery upgrades for enhanced productivity and cost savings.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams during new product launches to transition from design to manufacturing stages.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss progress and address any issues, promoting open communication.
- Developed and executed continuous improvement projects, resulting in more streamlined operations.
- Enhanced product quality, implementing rigorous testing phases and feedback loops for continuous improvement.
- Cultivated culture of excellence and accountability, leading by example and providing clear expectations.
- Resolved production bottlenecks swiftly, applying problem-solving skills to maintain smooth operations.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of products, optimizing supply chain operations.
- Managed daily production schedules to meet challenging deadlines, adjusting workflows as necessary.
- Enhanced production line efficiency, introducing automation tools where appropriate.
- Led quality control initiatives, significantly reducing product defects and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Increased team morale and productivity by fostering inclusive and supportive work environment.
- Conducted performance reviews, identifying areas for development and providing constructive feedback.
- Maintained compliance with health and safety regulations, conducting regular audits and risk assessments.
- Optimized labor allocation, matching skill sets with task requirements to improve output quality.
- Streamlined production processes to enhance efficiency, implementing innovative scheduling techniques.
- Oversaw inventory management, reducing waste by implementing just-in-time inventory practices.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
Education
Diploma -
McMinn High School
Athens TN05.2001
Skills
- Program implementation
- Contract negotiation
- Task delegation
- Resource allocation
- Conflict resolution
- Team building
- Performance monitoring
- Mentoring and coaching
- Training and development
- Process improvement
- Effective communication
- Inclusive leadership
- Team management
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Safety equipment usage
- Health and safety
- Tool repair and maintenance
- Personal protective equipment
- Hand-eye coordination
- Equipment operation
- First aid training
- Fire prevention
- Precision measuring tools
- Blueprint reading
- Quality assurance
- Project management
- OSHA compliance
- Hazardous material handling
- Supply management
- Metallurgy knowledge
- Special alloys
- Crane operation
- ISO9001 trained
- Worksite organization
Certification
Leadership training
Timeline
Gap Leader
TNM
12.2024 - Current
Group Leader
Mills Products
09.2022 - 12.2024
Team Leader
Waupaca
10.2001 - 08.2022
Production Supervisor
Waupaca
10.2001 - 08.2022
Diploma -
McMinn High School
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