Robert Lynch
Auburn,NY
Summary
Achieved significant enhancements in production efficiency through strategic teamwork with maintenance and supervisory groups.
Drove team performance improvements and problem-solving effectiveness by integrating lean manufacturing principles.
Quickly ascended to leadership positions, effectively expanding responsibilities and team management.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
BorgWarner Automotive
Ithaca, NY
06.2024 - Current
- Supervise daily production operations to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency goals are achieved.
- Coordinate staffing, workflow, and production priorities across manufacturing operations.
- Support employees with training, troubleshooting, and performance guidance.
- Work closely with maintenance, quality, and leadership teams to resolve production issues and minimize downtime.
- Monitor production performance and communicate operational updates to management.
- Help maintain workplace safety standards and continuous improvement initiatives.
- From July 2024 through March 2025, supervised 27 direct reports on 3rd shift while overseeing the machining production department that supplied assembly line operations.
- From late March 2025 through October 2025, expanded responsibilities to include both machining and assembly departments, managing 40-50 operators nightly depending on production demands.
- In August 2026, after 2 other Supervisors left I filled in to help cover 2 other departments. Temporarily increasing my direct reports to up to 120 people across 4 departments and 2 buildings.
- Transitioned to 2nd shift in October 2025 while continuing oversight of machining and assembly operations with the same staffing levels.
- Assisted in managing maintenance operations and material handling teams in addition to production responsibilities on 2nd shift.
- Coordinated workflow and communication across multiple departments to support production efficiency and minimize downtime.
Production Operator
Bo-Mer
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Operate rotational molding machines to manufacture commercial flower pots and related products.
- Monitor machine performance and product quality to maintain production standards.
- Assist with troubleshooting production issues and maintaining efficient workflow.
- Follow workplace safety procedures and production schedules in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Created and maintained a production tracking board to monitor orders due, completed production, and staged shipments, resulting in an organized visual workflow system that was used by the department until a digital tracking system was implemented.
- Contributed to record-setting sales and production performance during the department’s highest-output year, which led to discussions and planning for future operational expansion to meet growing demand.
Tensioner Group Leader
BorgWarner Automotive
Ithaca, NY
06.2016 - 08.2022
- Assembled automotive timing components while meeting production and quality standards. Some assembly lines operated within clean room environments.
- Promoted to group leader in August 2019 based on strong performance and leadership skills.
- Supported operations across 10 assembly lines, assisting with line setup, troubleshooting, changeovers, and employee support.
- Trained team members on assembly processes, equipment usage, and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with maintenance teams to swiftly address equipment and production issues.
- Communicated daily with supervisors about production requirements, operational challenges, and process improvement suggestions.
- Participated in lean manufacturing workshops and aided in the implementation of new manufacturing systems and process enhancements.
- Trained and assisted 10-20 assembly operators in production procedures, troubleshooting, and quality standards.
- Led 3 assembly teams that set production records on the same night, including 2 teams comprised of operators I personally trained and developed.
- Maintained lot control documentation and verified accuracy of production check sheets during lower-demand periods.
- Supported workplace organization and efficiency through ongoing 5S activities and continuous improvement initiatives.
Team Leader
Johnston
11.2013 - 06.2016
- Began in order picking and inventory stocking before being promoted to Team Leader on night shift.
- Oversaw organization and accuracy of outgoing orders to ensure timely shipment.
- Assisted the night shift manager with setup and workflow coordination.
- Helped maintain productivity and efficiency during high-volume operations.
Night Supervisor
Modern Market
08.2009 - 06.2015
- Started as a stocker and cleaner before advancing to Night Supervisor.
- Managed nightly store closing procedures, including balancing cash drawers and securing the safe.
- Handled customer service issues and check-cashing responsibilities.
- Filled in for stocking staff and assisted with general store operations as needed.
Cashier
Tops Friendly Markets
03.2012 - 11.2013
- Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Assisted customers with questions and problem resolution.
- Supported management with additional operational tasks as needed.
Education
Local Regents Diploma -
Moravia High School
Moravia, NY01-2011
Skills
- Operated rotational molding machines to support production processes
- Assisted with assembly line transitions and changeovers
- Applied lean manufacturing principles to enhance efficiency
- Implemented 5S practices to optimize workplace organization
- Facilitated team training and provided leadership support
- Supported troubleshooting efforts to resolve production issues
- Promoted effective communication and teamwork across departments
- Managed time effectively and juggled multiple tasks in fast-paced environments
- Oversaw shipping and receiving operations to ensure timely delivery
- Adhered to workplace safety regulations and compliance standards
- Created daily shift schedules utilizing Excel
- Utilized SAP for accurate inventory management
- Employed UKG for tracking direct reports' work hours
Timeline
Production Supervisor
BorgWarner Automotive
06.2024 - Current
Production Operator
Bo-Mer
08.2022 - 06.2024
Tensioner Group Leader
BorgWarner Automotive
06.2016 - 08.2022
Team Leader
Johnston
11.2013 - 06.2016
Cashier
Tops Friendly Markets
03.2012 - 11.2013
Night Supervisor
Modern Market
08.2009 - 06.2015
Local Regents Diploma -
Moravia High School