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Richard Barrow
Venus
Summary
Results-oriented professional with over 12 years in fabrication supervision. Skilled in shop floor management, training, and implementing safety protocols. Committed to fostering a collaborative environment that enhances team performance and meets production goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Fabrication Supervisor
Oxcart Manufacturing LLC
Fort Worth, TX
09.2013 - Current
- Led a team of fabricators in optimizing workflow and enhancing productivity across multiple projects.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced waste and increased operational efficiency within the fabrication department.
- Supervised fabrication processes to ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
- Promoted a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety regulations and guidelines.
- Trained new employees on equipment operation and safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment.
- Provided training, support, direction and mentorship to continually develop employee work habits, job skills and safety practices.
- Enhanced employee performance through regular coaching, training, and performance reviews.
- Regularly reviewed workflow trends data helping identify areas requiring improvement which resulted in stronger overall performances within the fabrication department.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment and tools to ensure optimal performance and adherence to maintenance schedules.
- Investigated root causes of production defects, implementing corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence.
- Reduced material waste through proper utilization of resources and recycling initiatives.
- Increased overall productivity with effective delegation of tasks and prioritizing critical projects.
- Consistently achieved on-time delivery goals by closely monitoring production schedules and proactively addressing potential delays.
- Reduced downtime by establishing preventive maintenance schedules for fabrication equipment.
- Managed inventory levels of materials, ensuring timely availability for ongoing projects while minimizing excess stock costs.
- Developed training programs aimed at improving skill sets and increasing overall team competency in fabrication techniques.
- Developed cross-functional teams to foster collaboration between departments and improve project outcomes.
- Oversaw daily production phases to maintain workflow efficiency.
- Collaborated with other leaders and executives to direct workflow and support operations.
Education
Sheet Metal Work
Southampton Tech
Southampton Uk02-1983
Skills
- Fabrication methods
- Manufacturing processes
- Machine operation
- Tool selection
- Product inspection
- Production scheduling
- Standard operating procedures
- Supplier negotiation
- Shop floor management
- Deadline management
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
Interests
Timeline
Fabrication Supervisor
Oxcart Manufacturing LLC
09.2013 - Current
Sheet Metal Work
Southampton Tech