ROBERT HEMPEL
Flint,MI
Summary
Supervisor with many years of experience managing, scheduling, and overseeing employees. Highly knowledgeable expert in production with proven methods for improving efficiency. Priority on employee safety in fast-paced environment. Effective at directing employees, managing problems and establishing effective policies and procedures to handle different areas of operations. Adept at coordinating supplies, checking production quality and maintaining team safety. Expertise in verbal and written communication, multitasking and task prioritization.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Support Engineer
LG Lansing
Lansing, MI
10.2025 - 03.2026
- Diagnosed and resolved production issues to ensure system reliability.
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline processes.
- Developed and maintained documentation for troubleshooting procedures.
- Implemented preventive maintenance strategies, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Led root cause analysis initiatives to minimize downtime and enhance productivity.
- Analyzed workflow data to drive continuous improvement across production lines.
- Reduced downtime by proactively monitoring systems for potential issues and addressing them before they escalated.
- Proactively addressed security vulnerabilities within the production environment by conducting regular audits and implementing necessary updates or patches as needed.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing technical support and training to colleagues.
- Effectively communicated complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, enabling better decision-making around critical production support initiatives.
- Performed root cause analysis and implemented corrective actions.
- Supervised entire production process and prepared proper documentation for dispatch.
- Practiced lean principles, which led to improvements in workflow and quality and waste reduction.
- Inspected all machines and equipment and provided necessary repairs.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
Manufacturing Supervisor
Flex In Gate
Royal Oak, MI
08.2023 - 04.2025
- Supervised a team of 30+ employees in the manufacturing area.
- Inspected finished products for defects before they were shipped out to customers.
- Planned, coordinated, and monitored daily operations of the manufacturing department.
- Prepared monthly reports summarizing production activity and presented them to management.
Production Line Leader
Flex In Gate
Royal Oak, MI
08.2020 - 08.2023
- Monitored production line workers to ensure they followed safety protocols and procedures.
- Identified any potential problems or delays in the production process.
- Documented any changes made to improve processes or adjust workflow patterns.
- Planned and developed new operation processes to innovate and stay competitive.
General Laborer
Flex In Gate
Royal Oak, MI
11.2010 - 08.2020
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
- Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed while working onsite.
- Participated in company training sessions to improve skills and boost process knowledge.
Store Owner
Beer Haus Party Store
Flint, MI
01.1993 - 10.2009
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Cultivated relationships with customers to promote repeat business.
- Ensured compliance with state and local laws regarding business operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Flint Central
Flint, MI01.1988
Skills
- Conflict resolution
- Inventory management
- Workflow optimization
- Documentation and reporting
- Reliability
- Work area inspection
- Communication skills
- Safety compliance
Certification
Adult CPR, AED, First Aid and BBP certified. Performed by ASHA.
Timeline
Production Support Engineer
LG Lansing
10.2025 - 03.2026
Manufacturing Supervisor
Flex In Gate
08.2023 - 04.2025
Production Line Leader
Flex In Gate
08.2020 - 08.2023
General Laborer
Flex In Gate
11.2010 - 08.2020
Store Owner
Beer Haus Party Store
01.1993 - 10.2009
High School Diploma -
Flint Central