Paul Jojo
Columbus,OH
Summary
Dynamic Production Line Lead at KDC Columbus with a proven track record in enhancing efficiency and workplace safety. Expert in team management and problem-solving, I successfully implemented lean manufacturing principles, achieving significant production improvements. Skilled in forklift operation and fostering collaboration, I prioritize quality and compliance to operational goals.
Experienced production leader knowledgeable about production/manufauring practices and regulatory requirements. Directs and motivates employees to accomplish challenging performance and quality objectives. Successful at keeping costs low and employee job satisfaction high while promoting safety and compliance.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Line Lead
KDC Columbus
11.2023 - 06.2025
- Coordinated with quality control teams to address any product defects or deviations from established standards, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Streamlined workflow for better time management and optimized resource allocation.
- Promoted a collaborative work environment by fostering strong relationships among team members through effective conflict resolution when necessary.
- Participated in root cause analysis efforts following any incidents or equipment failures to implement corrective actions that would prevent future occurrences.
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing innovative line management strategies.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for team members to identify areas of improvement and provide coaching or additional training if needed.
- Played an integral role in meeting or exceeding production goals and deadlines by consistently prioritizing tasks, allocating resources, and monitoring progress.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues and improve production processes.
- Championed lean manufacturing principles within the team to promote waste reduction, continuous improvement, and overall operational efficiency.
- Contributed to the development of standard operating procedures for optimal production line performance.
- Oversaw daily shift changeovers, ensuring smooth transitions between crews for uninterrupted production flow.
- Maintained open lines of communication with supervisors and managers regarding any ongoing challenges or opportunities for improvement within the production area.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and maintained a clean working environment to prevent accidents.
Vehicle Assembly Technician
Honda Manufacturing
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Increased production output by consistently meeting and exceeding daily targets for assembled vehicles.
- Enhanced workplace safety, adhering to strict safety protocols and actively participating in regular safety training sessions.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on industry trends and advancements related to automotive technology.
- Mentored new technicians during their onboarding process, sharing best practices for efficient vehicle assembly techniques.
- Reduced assembly errors by conducting thorough quality inspections and providing detailed feedback to team members.
- Provided technical support for troubleshooting complex mechanical issues during vehicle assembly, expediting problem resolution times.
- Successfully met tight deadlines by effectively managing time and prioritizing tasks essential to the vehicle assembly process.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using various power tools, hand tools, and specialized equipment required for assembling vehicles to exact specifications.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, enabling efficient workflow and minimizing potential hazards on the shop floor.
- Ensured adherence to strict quality control standards while assembling vehicles, thereby reducing warranty claims due to defects or malfunctions.
- Improved vehicle assembly efficiency by streamlining production processes and implementing lean manufacturing techniques.
- Played a key role in implementing lean manufacturing principles that resulted in reduced waste and improved production efficiency throughout the facility.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize assembly procedures, resulting in reduced downtime and increased productivity.
- Played an integral role in achieving company-wide sustainability goals through diligent recycling efforts and waste reduction initiatives within the automotive facility.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe working environment.
- Assembled parts correctly according to specifications, reducing quality issues.
- Assembled production parts with high degree of accuracy and precision using hand and power tools.
- Completed tasks on time to meet quality and safety standards.
- Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor.
- Inspected completed products to encourage quality and adherence to company standards.
- Collaborated with team members to promptly complete tasks and maintain consistent workflows.
- Trained new assembly personnel on proper use of equipment.
- Coordinated with other departments to complete projects within deadline.
- Documented all in-process and out-of-process assembly activities.
Chemical Receiving Coordinator
KDC Columbus
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Facilitated timely order processing by ensuring accurate logging and tracking of received items in the database.
- Maintained a safe and orderly work environment, conducting regular inspections and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Collaborated with purchasing department to resolve discrepancies in shipments, ensuring prompt resolution and customer satisfaction.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations, maintaining proper documentation for all received goods as required.
- Reduced shipment errors by closely monitoring incoming products and verifying accuracy with purchase orders.
- Increased operational efficiency through diligent oversight of daily tasks such as unloading trucks, checking deliveries against packing slips, categorizing merchandise accurately.
- Coordinated returns process for damaged or incorrect items, liaising with suppliers to ensure swift resolution.
- Prepared detailed reports regarding receiving activities, providing valuable insights for upper management decisionmaking.
- Managed high-volume periods effectively through strategic workforce allocation during peak hours or seasonal fluctuations.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, facilitating smoother transactions and improved delivery schedules.
- Implemented inventory control measures to minimize stock discrepancies while maximizing available resources within the warehouse setting.
- Optimized storage space utilization by organizing received items according to size, weight, and frequency of use.
- Contributed to the success of cross-functional initiatives by closely collaborating with team members from various departments, ensuring clear communication and timely completion of tasks.
- Enhanced communication between warehouse departments through effective coordination of product distribution.
- Trained new employees on company procedures, fostering a team-oriented workplace focused on efficiency and accuracy.
- Improved overall warehouse efficiency by analyzing receiving processes and identifying areas for improvement.
- Played an integral role in annual inventory audits; diligently counted, verified and logged all stock to maintain accurate records.
- Conducted quality control checks for incoming products, reducing instances of damaged or defective items reaching customers.
- Operated forklifts, lift trucks, and hand trucks to move items around warehouse.
- Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
- Pulled, verified, and packaged items for shipment.
- Maintained positive relationships with representatives of UPS, FedEX, USPS, and DHL shipping companies.
- Boosted inventory and recordkeeping accuracy by conducting thorough inspections and comparing shipment contents with documentation.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
- Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
- Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
- Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
- Requisitioned new supplies and maintained storage areas for smooth department operations.
- Drafted and managed work and shipping orders, bills of lading, and shipping route materials for accurate and compliant recordkeeping.
- Communicated with carrier representatives, arranging for special deliveries and shipment receipts.
Education
Computer/maths
Tai Slarin University Of Education
Ijebu-Ode Ogun State Nigeria09-2006
Skills
- Workplace safety
- Standard operating procedures
- Efficiency monitoring
- Work supervision
- Team management
- Forklift operation
- Team oversight
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Computer skills
- Excellent communication
Timeline
Production Line Lead
KDC Columbus
11.2023 - 06.2025
Vehicle Assembly Technician
Honda Manufacturing
05.2023 - 11.2023
Chemical Receiving Coordinator
KDC Columbus
06.2022 - 05.2023
Computer/maths
Tai Slarin University Of Education
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