Rick Shelton
Manchester,NH
Summary
Proven leader in production management at Kasai North America, Inc., adept in driving continuous improvement and quality control. Excelled in training and mentoring, enhancing team productivity by over 20%. Skilled in production planning and FANUC robot operation, consistently exceeding performance goals through strategic schedule management and process optimization.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
Kasai North America, Inc. Manchester Plant
09.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Managed team of 20+ production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
- Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
- Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
Headliner Process Engineer
Kasai North America, Inc. Manchester Plant
02.2022 - 09.2023
- Provided technical assistance to production team when issues arose.
- Evaluated new technologies and equipment upgrades to enhance overall process capabilities, ensuring market competitiveness.
- Coordinated with suppliers to resolve raw material issues affecting production schedules.
- Optimized manufacturing processes by implementing continuous improvement initiatives and lean methodologies.
- Participated in project reviews to enable ongoing status tracking and reporting.
- Implemented standardized work instructions, enhancing operator understanding of critical tasks and improving workflow consistency.
- Identified bottlenecks in the production line through capacity analysis studies, increasing overall throughput rates as a result.
- Reduced production downtime by conducting thorough root cause analyses and implementing corrective actions.
- Coached newly hired employees and interns while observing progress and delegating tasks.
- Championed and facilitated kaizen events to drive continuous improvement efforts throughout the organization, resulting in a culture of operational excellence.
- Provided technical support for troubleshooting equipment issues, maintaining plant reliability and minimizing operational disruptions.
- Met weekly with team members to discuss project implementations and alleviate any issues.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve product quality, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Visited client sites to troubleshoot issues and provide one-on-one training.
- Led root cause analyses to identify and address problems in industrial production.
Production Supervisor
Kasai North America, Inc. Manchester Plant
11.2012 - 02.2022
- 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.
- Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
- 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.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly against established benchmarks for ongoing personnel development.
- Maintained accurate documentation of production data, enabling informed decision-making for process improvements.
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
- Reduced equipment downtime by implementing preventive maintenance programs and timely repairs.
- Created an inclusive work culture that encouraged collaboration and open communication among staff members at all levels within the organization.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
Production Team Leader
Kasai North America, Inc. Manchester Plant
01.2009 - 11.2012
- Mentored new employees, providing them with the necessary knowledge and guidance to become effective members of the production team.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Led a team of production workers to consistently meet deadlines and exceed performance goals.
- Improved employee morale by fostering a positive work environment through clear communication and supportive leadership.
Production Supervisor
Kasai North America, Inc. Manchester Plant
11.2007 - 01.2009
- 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.
- Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
Production Technician
Kasai North America, Inc. Manchester Plant
07.2005 - 11.2007
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions quickly to minimize disruptions in production schedules.
- Trained new team members on equipment operation, safety protocols, and company policies, fostering a skilled workforce.
- Performed setup of production equipment to establish optimal performance.
- Performed regular calibration checks on instruments ensuring precision measurements throughout the production process.
- Inspected equipment and systems to identify issues, immediately reporting problems to repair technicians.
- Maintained accurate records of production data, enabling informed decision-making based on real-time insights.
- Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
- Monitored inventory levels, ensuring adequate stock of raw materials and consumables for uninterrupted production operations.
Extrusion Operator
PlyGem
09.1997 - 07.2005
- Measured extruded products to identify imperfections, adjusting controls to adhere to project specifications.
- Adjusted equipment for new product line and performed troubleshooting to deliver quality in operations.
- Assisted in training new employees on extrusion equipment operation, safety protocols, and company standards.
- Set up and operated extrusion machines to derive plastic compounds.
- Complied with chemical handling procedures and requirements for environmental health and safety.
- Participated in quality control audits, implementing corrective actions when necessary to maintain high-quality standards.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, reinforcing safety guidelines to minimize accidents.
- Entered notes into database to keep record of daily and overall production and training use.
Education
High School Diploma -
Grundy County High School
Coalmont, TN05.1996
Skills
- Quality Control
- Continuous Improvement
- Production Management
- Training and mentoring
- Worker Training
- Schedule Management
- Production Planning
- Production and processing
- Some FANUC robot experiance
- Use of Excell
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Kasai North America, Inc. Manchester Plant
09.2023 - Current
Headliner Process Engineer
Kasai North America, Inc. Manchester Plant
02.2022 - 09.2023
Production Supervisor
Kasai North America, Inc. Manchester Plant
11.2012 - 02.2022
Production Team Leader
Kasai North America, Inc. Manchester Plant
01.2009 - 11.2012
Production Supervisor
Kasai North America, Inc. Manchester Plant
11.2007 - 01.2009
Production Technician
Kasai North America, Inc. Manchester Plant
07.2005 - 11.2007
Extrusion Operator
PlyGem
09.1997 - 07.2005
High School Diploma -
Grundy County High School
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