Richard Grant
Perry,IA
Summary
Results-driven Supervisor with experience steering and directing all aspects of operations. Practiced in orchestrating multiple projects with competing priorities involving process improvements, safety initiatives and quality control. Recognized and commended for collaborating with upper management to achieve organizational objectives.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Kaizan Leader
Bridgestone Firestone
Des Moines, IA
04.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve team performance and productivity.
- Monitored workflow processes and identified areas of improvement.
- Developed improvement plans that helped reduce waste by 30%.
Production Supervisor
Bridgestone Firestone
Des Moines, Iowa
08.2019 - 04.2022
- Performed regular quality checks throughout the production process to ensure customer specifications were met.
- Communicated effectively with other departments to ensure smooth workflow from start to finish.
- Supervised a team of 40+ employees, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently and accurately.
Forklift Operator
Bridgestone Firestone
Des Moines, Iowa
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning operation of material handling equipment.
- Transported materials between storage areas, production machinery and support departments as needed.
- Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
Tire Builder
Bridgestone Firestone
Des Moines, Iowa
07.2005 - 08.2017
- Operated tire building machines to build tires according to specifications.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment at all times.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed while working with hazardous materials such as rubber compounds and chemicals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Canyon View High School
Cedar City, UT05-2001
Bachelor of Arts - Operations Management
The University of Ariona Global Campus
OnlineSkills
- Expense Control
- Process Improvement
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Continuous improvements
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Waste Reduction
- Incidents management
Timeline
Kaizan Leader
Bridgestone Firestone
04.2022 - Current
Production Supervisor
Bridgestone Firestone
08.2019 - 04.2022
Forklift Operator
Bridgestone Firestone
08.2017 - 08.2019
Tire Builder
Bridgestone Firestone
07.2005 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
Canyon View High School
Bachelor of Arts - Operations Management
The University of Ariona Global Campus
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