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Peter J. Fricano

Muskegon

Summary

Results-driven Production Manager with 20+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing operations. Proven track record of optimizing processes, improving material flow, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Skilled at leading cross-functional teams, enforcing safety standards, and ensuring on-time delivery to meet customer requirements. Strong communication, technical, and organizational abilities supported by formal education and military service.


Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Supervisor

D&M Metal Products
07.2024 - Current
  • Oversaw daily production operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
  • Managed workflow schedules, optimizing resource allocation for efficiency.
  • Trained and mentored team members, enhancing skill sets and performance levels.
  • Implemented process improvements that reduced downtime and increased productivity rates.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations, providing feedback to enhance team effectiveness.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve production issues promptly.
  • Developed training programs for new hires to ensure seamless onboarding and compliance with procedures.
  • Analyzed production metrics to identify trends and implement strategic changes for operational excellence.

Production Manager

Metal Arc
02.2023 - 07.2024
  • - Lead daily operations across departments, ensuring efficient workflows and timely order fulfillment.
  • - Implemented 5S practices and spearheaded continuous improvement projects, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • - Track KPIs, analyze performance trends, and conduct annual staff reviews to enhance workforce development.

Shop Supervisor

American Fabrication Products
01.2022 - 10.2022
  • - Coordinated shop floor scheduling and cross-department operations to meet delivery deadlines.
  • - Established and refined standard operating procedures to ensure compliance and consistency.
  • - Initiated process improvements that increased efficiency and material utilization.

Production Manager

ReFab
08.2011 - 11.2021
  • - Directed daily operations, scheduling, and materials planning for production departments.
  • - Championed safety initiatives and compliance with regulatory standards.
  • - Drove continuous improvement efforts that enhanced operational performance and efficiency.

Fabrication Supervisor

Spectra Products
08.2002 - 08.2011
  • - Oversaw fabrication operations, ensuring production schedules and quality requirements were met.
  • - Developed and enforced standard work procedures.
  • - Implemented process improvement initiatives, resulting in increased throughput and reduced waste.

Education

Industrial Technology

Muskegon Community College
Muskegon, MI

Business

Baker College
Muskegon, MI

High School Diploma - undefined

Mona Shores High School

Skills

  • - Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • - CNC Programming GD&T;
  • - Continuous Improvement (5S, Lean Manufacturing)
  • - Performance Tracking & Staff Development
  • Quality control
  • Production management
  • Training and mentoring
  • Staff management
  • Schedule development
  • Scheduling coordination

Timeline

Production Supervisor

D&M Metal Products
07.2024 - Current

Production Manager

Metal Arc
02.2023 - 07.2024

Shop Supervisor

American Fabrication Products
01.2022 - 10.2022

Production Manager

ReFab
08.2011 - 11.2021

Fabrication Supervisor

Spectra Products
08.2002 - 08.2011

Business

Baker College

High School Diploma - undefined

Mona Shores High School

Industrial Technology

Muskegon Community College

Military Service

United States Army — Honorable Discharge, Rank E-4

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