Peter Lawlor
Production Manager
Oldsmar,FL
Summary
Operations expert with expertise in developing process improvement solutions resulting in better efficiency, safety and quality. Focused on reducing waste by implementing changes in processing based on lean methodology. Driven to monitor performance improvements by developing metrics and tracking systems.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer/Planner/Inventory Manager
Bioderm
05.2023 - Current
- Mentored and coached Geneva team in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement processes.
- Managed development and implementation of lean and continuous improvement manufacturing initiatives across production environment.
- Developed Continuous Improvement/Lean production training programs for onsite implementation.
- Championed new Lean strategies, framework and project elements to drive multidisciplinary growth and process overhaul.
- Prepared detailed reports to highlight inventory levels, purchase orders and discrepancies.
- Applied coaching techniques and tools to support managers and team members in improving performance.
- Mentored and coached Geneva team in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement processes.
- Forecasting/production planning/ scheduling of material, team members, and budgeting.
Warehouse/Operations Manager
ROF
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Developed safety programs to protect workers and reduce injuries.
- Developed and implemented policy and procedure updates to improve workflow and productivity.
Operations Manager
Alcivia
04.2021 - 02.2022
- Lead/Coach 17 Team Members to achieve KPIs and other company metrics. (Handle Employee hiring/firing, and discipline.)
- Directly responsible for 10 million dollars' worth of inventory, and cycle count every 30 days using FIFO, and documentation control.
- Coordinate all employee meetings over metrics, and company KPIs.
- Interview, hire, and train onboarding team members for open positions.
- Track productions deviations, production mishaps, and other variances in feed quality to ensure customer complaints is being followed up. Conduct follow ups on corrective actions plans, and work with production team to ensure standards are followed.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Production Supervisor
B&G Foods
02.2020 - 04.2021
- Proficient knowledge of JDE - Monitor production schedule and complete finished goods full/partial completions in JDE. Track raw materials, supplies, and other raw goods for Production Manager.
- Led/coached 60 Union team members to achieve KPIs and other company metrics
- Led projects to incorporate 5S standards and practices. Lean Manufacturing principles, Six Sigma/Lean Principles
- Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment performance, reviewing materials supplies, and organizing manpower.
- Strengthened performance metrics tracking and analysis to enhance tactical and strategic company plans.
Production Supervisor
Sartori Cheese Company
04.2019 - 02.2020
- JDE/SAP - Trained, converted team members in process flow, and inventory management and IT related functions. (JDE Work Instruction navigation.)
- Monitored and controlled downtime by identifying RCA/5Y/Fishbone analysis.
- Managed production schedules for the converting plant, and monitor production utilization, pounds per man hour, and standard rates to maximize plant efficiencies and productivity (Lean Manufacturing Principles)
- Directly supervised 80 production team members, 2 supervisors, and supporting departments
- Coordinated project workflows for departments.
- Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment performance, reviewing materials supplies, and organizing manpower.
Production Team Leader/Forman
Kohler Company
03.2017 - 10.2019
- Trained/coached 35 union team members on the floor to understand updated policies and procedures, new safety training, quality training, and/or updates to any work practices.
- Led and developed new 5S projects, that maximize work cell efficiencies and promote higher production
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
- Assisted in recruiting and hiring new employees.
- Identified and implemented process changes resulting in improved performance and accuracy.
- Reviewed monthly operations to assess compliance with budgets and determine necessary adjustments for future plans.
Education
CPR/AED First Aid -
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University Of Phoenix
08.2024
Skills
- Lean Manufacturing Principles
- Process Efficiency Management
- Continuous Improvement Projects
- Training Employees
- Continuous Improvement Strategies
- Process Improvement Solutions
Custom
Additional Leadership
United States Army National Guard (Staff Sergeant/E6)
Warrior Leadership School
Leadership Development Level 1 and Level 2
Inside outside coaching
Advanced leadership training
Languages
- English
Timeline
Buyer/Planner/Inventory Manager
Bioderm
05.2023 - Current
Warehouse/Operations Manager
ROF
03.2022 - 03.2023
Operations Manager
Alcivia
04.2021 - 02.2022
Production Supervisor
B&G Foods
02.2020 - 04.2021
Production Supervisor
Sartori Cheese Company
04.2019 - 02.2020
Production Team Leader/Forman
Kohler Company
03.2017 - 10.2019
CPR/AED First Aid -
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University Of Phoenix
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