REGINALD H. HUGHES
Dover,USA
Summary
Effective at checking control room equipment, including temperature monitors and pressure gauges, to keep material flow safe and efficient. Familiar with collecting samples, performing tests and reporting on results.
Multi-talented professional knowledgeable about equipment operation, quality standards and safety hazards. Steps easily into any production position and works hands-on with team members in need of improvement. Versed in documentation, compliance and scheduling.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Chemical Process Technician
Qnity Electronics
Newark, Delaware
07.2024 - Current
- Executed complex liquid/chemical batch manufacturing processes to meet production targets.
- Manufactured, troubleshot, and corrected products per established procedures, ensuring compliance with quality and production standards.
- Operate automatic and manual process equipment of varying complexity in accordance with operating procedures, including programmable logic control (PLC) devices.
- Perform product quality inspections per specific procedures and criteria using testing equipment and escalate abnormalities.
- Collect and analyze samples and verify that product meets requirements.
- Collaborated with team members to identify and resolve issues, enhancing continuous improvement initiatives.
- Follow established team standards for housekeeping, preventative maintenance and production schedules.
- Participate in driving excellence in Area performance through active engagement in shift/turnover meetings, problem solving sessions and training events.
Licensed Funeral Director/Mortician
Bennie Smith Funeral Home of Delaware
Dover, Delaware
03.2017 - Current
- Facilitated and conducted bereavement rites professionally, ensuring a compassionate experience for families during their time of loss.
- Prepared decedents for public viewing by embalming, dressing, and restoring them to maintain dignity.
- Provided customer service by assisting families with funeral arrangements in a supportive manner.
- Maintained adherence to all relevant licensing rules and regulations to support operational integrity.
- Cultivate strong relationships with families that have resulted in a 52% increase in client referrals over the past year.
- Streamlined funeral preparation process by effectively utilizing funeral software, minimizing reliance on paper documents.
- Developed and managed social media accounts and supported them using Directors Assistance, which led to a 38% increase in online visibility and engagement.
First Line Production Supervisor
E. I. du PONT de NEMOURS Co.
Newark, Delaware
05.2021 - 07.2023
- Directed and motivated teams to meet production targets and optimize output.
- Supervised the night production of DuPont Vespel parts and shapes.
- Managed Operational Discipline, for Direct Form, Resin, and ISO production.
- Work with engineers to create and improve area production, safety, and efficiency.
- Conducted and led line walks, safety audits, and initiated incident investigations using Root Cause Failure Analysis.
- Enforced the culture of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement while performing operational leadership.
- Coached employees in developing and achieving individual and team performance goals.
- Reinforced Quality improvement programs including spot audits, root-cause analysis, and implementation of remedial actions.
- Actively Drove and Implemented Continuous Improvements projects.
Supply Chain/Materials Manager
Cummins Engine Plant
Whitakers, North Carolina
08.2018 - 05.2021
- Set goals, monitor work, and evaluated results to ensure that organizational objectives and operating requirements were met, responsible for overall nightshift site performance for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Inventory.
- Reviewed operating results, evaluated facility progress, and managed expenses to adhere to budgetary constraints and capital plans.
- Monitored and tracked key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Actively participated in the Inventory, Operations, and Planning (SIOP) process.
- Developed and managed budget execution with a focus on product costs and margins.
- Established teams to identify, target, quantify and reduce waste throughout the organization.
- Analyzed operations to assess performance and identify opportunities for cost reduction and program improvement.
First Line Production Supervisor
E. I. du PONT de NEMOURS Co.
Newark, DE
11.2010 - 05.2018
- Supervised the production of DuPont Vespel parts and shapes.
- Directed teams to meet production demands and achieve output targets.
- Worked with engineers to create and improve area production, safety, and efficiency.
- Conducted and led line walks, safety audits, and incident investigations using Root Cause Failure Analysis.
- Led Lean Manufacturing training sessions across the plant to enhance employee understanding.
- Enforced the culture of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement while providing operational leadership.
- Certified Lean Methodology Trainer / Educator for entire site, taught principles of lean.
- Actively drove and implemented various Continuous Improvement projects within the organization.
- Increased throughput 41% through applications of Lean 6σ and employee engagement and obtained Green Belt Certification.
- Implemented visual management systems for tracking performance against goals and highlighting areas for improvement.
Education
M.S. - Organizational Leadership
Wilmington University
New Castle, DelawareB.S. - Human Resource Management
Wilmington University
New Castle, DelawareA.S. - Mortuary Science
American Academy McAllister Institute
New York, New YorkCompleted Training Certifications
- Six Sigma Green Belt
- DPS-TRACC
- Leadership Development
- Total Quality Management
- Supervision and Management
- Certified High-Performance Teams
- Certified Lean Manufacturing
- Training and Development
- Emergency Response Management
- OSHA
- Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS)
Timeline
Chemical Process Technician
Qnity Electronics
07.2024 - Current
First Line Production Supervisor
E. I. du PONT de NEMOURS Co.
05.2021 - 07.2023
Supply Chain/Materials Manager
Cummins Engine Plant
08.2018 - 05.2021
Licensed Funeral Director/Mortician
Bennie Smith Funeral Home of Delaware
03.2017 - Current
First Line Production Supervisor
E. I. du PONT de NEMOURS Co.
11.2010 - 05.2018
M.S. - Organizational Leadership
Wilmington University
B.S. - Human Resource Management
Wilmington University
A.S. - Mortuary Science
American Academy McAllister Institute