Randall Rock
Gurnee,IL
Summary
Driven by a commitment to excellence, I leveraged my expertise in production coordination and team leadership at Akzo Nobel Aerospace Coatings to significantly enhance production efficiency and quality. My strategic approach to scheduling optimization and capacity planning, coupled with a talent for mentoring, has consistently delivered results surpassing production targets and improving team performance.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Scheduler
Akzo Nobel Aerospace Coatings
Waukegan, IL
09.2022 - Current
- Optimized production schedules by closely monitoring resources and adjusting timelines accordingly.
- Developed scheduling for certain tasks so that goods will be available when needed.
- Updated management and internal customers on progress of production.
- Tracked progress of goods during manufacturing.
- Maintained live spreadsheets of batch tracking progress
- Met production goals and formed action plan to constantly raise bar to higher standards.
- Reduced lead times with the implementation of efficient scheduling strategies.
- Developed effective contingency plans for potential disruptions in the supply chain or production process, minimizing downtime.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes for more precise forecasting, enabling proactive schedule adjustments.
- Streamlined communication channels to improve information flow between departments and support seamless production scheduling.
Production Supervisor
Akzo Nobel Aerospace Coatings
Waukegan, IL
01.2017 - 09.2022
- 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.
- Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
- Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
- 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.
- Ensured production is carried out according to production planning and ensures production priorities are being followed.
- Ensured all site safety rules are strictly followed to that no injuries occur and looks for root cause for all incidents and near misses.
- Resolved short term quality issues together with Quality department, initiate structural problem solving of quality issues.
- Worked with CI and Shift Supervisors to implement (lean) tools to improve production efficiency, reduce costs and reduce waste.
- Gave input on CI/ ALPS projects and takes action to support (new) management initiatives.
- Coached Team Leaders for performing their roles, amongst others to lead daily effective team meetings and ensure daily situational problem solving
Team Lead
Akzo Nobel Aerospace Coatings
Waukegan, IL
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.
- Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
- Enhanced overall team performance by providing regular coaching, feedback, and skill development opportunities.
- Collaborated with other department leads to streamline workflows, improve interdepartmental coordination, and achieve business goals collectively.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
- Established clear performance metrics for the team which helped in tracking progress towards set targets effectively.
- Optimized resource allocation by analyzing team member skills and batch requirements, resulting in increased efficiency.
Label Coordinator
Akzo Nobel Aerospace Coatings
Waukegan, IL
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Improved label accuracy by implementing a thorough quality control process.
- Printed labels for all outgoing containers and finished goods
- Ensured visual management board of all in process and future batches was updated and accurate
- Maintained accurate inventory of all labels used for finished goods
- Reduced downtime for filling batches by ensuring all labels were printed accurately and in a timely manner according to filling schedules
Infantry Squad Leader
United States Marine Corps, USMC
Camp Pendleton South, CA
06.2004 - 06.2008
- Managed logistical requirements for the squad, ensuring appropriate equipment allocation and maintenance schedules were followed.
- Maintained a high level of discipline and professionalism in the squad, leading by example at all times.
- Improved squad performance by implementing rigorous training and evaluation methods.
- Developed cohesion among team members through regular team-building exercises and open communication.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lake County Baptist School
Waukegan, IL06.2004
Skills
- Knowledge of manufacturing
- Production Coordination
- Material Requirement Planning
- Capacity Planning
- Scheduling Optimization
- Deadline Management
- File Maintenance
- Production Management
- Training and mentoring
- Production targets
- Health and safety compliance
- Quality Control
Timeline
Production Scheduler
Akzo Nobel Aerospace Coatings
09.2022 - Current
Production Supervisor
Akzo Nobel Aerospace Coatings
01.2017 - 09.2022
Team Lead
Akzo Nobel Aerospace Coatings
01.2015 - 01.2017
Label Coordinator
Akzo Nobel Aerospace Coatings
01.2010 - 01.2015
Infantry Squad Leader
United States Marine Corps, USMC
06.2004 - 06.2008
High School Diploma -
Lake County Baptist School