Robert Prevost
Value Stream Team Leader
West Suffield,CT
Summary
Dedicated Team Leader with expertise in quality assurance initiatives, issue resolution and interpersonal communication. Proficient with project management, personnel training and production scheduling. Sets example for work ethic, punctuality and quality. Motivational Team Leader skilled in designing and following production schedules. Offers proven history of maximizing team productivity to meet targets. Dedicated to employee safety and proactive assignment, schedule and personnel management.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Value Stream Team Leader
Ahlstrom-Munksjo
05.2020 - Current
- As Team leader I am responsible for all personnel and equipment to be functioning properly at all times
- I am responsible for paper machines 411 and 412 along with winders 522,528,529 and 531, along with the order processing department
- My area covers approximately 65 employees
- My responsibilities include, but are not limited to, pay roll and scheduling of all said departments, any problems the employee may have pertaining to their machine or their schedule, I would be the first point of contact for them
- I am responsible for tracking and optimizing the utilization of each machine along with diagnosing any problems and creating a solution to said problems
- I am responsible for keeping all employees up to date with all PPE requirements and adhering to said requirements
- I participate on R.O.I teams, Lean management and 6s teams.
- Coordinated team activities and delegated tasks to ensure efficient completion of projects.
- Developed strategies for problem solving and conflict resolution among team members.
- Conducted regular performance reviews to assess individual team member progress.
- Provided coaching and feedback on employee performance, encouraging professional development.
WLPM 412 Machine Tender
Ahlstrom - Munksjo
03.2009 - 05.2020
- The Machine Tender position was responsible for everything on this production line
- This is including, but not limited to, scheduling, diagnostics and repair of the line
- Constant education on paper making and mechanical education was a must
- And the ability to share knowledge with back tenders and anyone else who might benefit from this newly learned education was crucial in the increased OEE.
- Set up and adjust machines for production runs.
- Performed minor maintenance on machines, such as oiling and cleaning.
- Monitored machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining.
- Adjusted machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
BackTender WLPM 412
Ahlstrom- Munksjo
09.2001 - 03.2009
- 412 back tender was responsible for The Entirety of the paper machine during down time and normal operations
- This included diagnostics and repairs of mechanical operational equipment
- Along with normal cleaning and production duties, this position enabled me to train as machine tender during times the machine is running smoothly.
Utility Operator WLPM412
Dexters/Ahlstrom Munksjo
07.1997 - 09.2001
- The 412 Utility position was responsible for whatever was asked of them
- This was including, but not limited to, assisting Pulper operator with filtering and staging of raw materials
- Making all chemical mixes, as well as figuring out end of run quantities
- Along with assisting back tender with cleaning and repairing 412 PM during downs
- They were also responsible for vacation coverage as well as on call coverage.
- Adjusted valve settings to regulate water flow according to established procedures.
- Conducted tests on water samples in order to determine chemical composition levels.
Packer/Helper 515 rewinder
Dexters
11.1996 - 07.1997
- Started as a packer and moved up to a helper
- Responsible for packing finished goods
- Making sure the quality of rolls was correct and the packing put up was correct.
Education
OwneLift Truck Operator Instructor
03.2024
CPR Certification
03.2024
Ahlstrom Employee Safety committee
03.2024
Suffield High School
01.1988
NSC Learning Certified Fork Truck Operator instructor
Skills
- Quality Improvement
- Shift Scheduling
- Team Supervision
- Coaching
- Complaint resolution
- Mentoring
- Overtime Management
- Documentation And Reporting
- Technical Support
- Work Planning
- Goal Setting
- SOP Adherence
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Onboarding and Orientation
- Safety processes and procedures
- Staff Training
- Team Check-Ins
- Performance Improvement
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Problem-Solving
- Leadership
- Lean Manufacturing
- Safety
- Evaluating Employee Work
- Leading Team Meetings
- Flexible Schedule
- Overseeing Daily Activities
- Key Performance Indicators
Hobbies and Interests
- Golf
- Quadding
- Long motorcycle rides
- Refurbishing old barns
Affiliations
- I enjoy working around the yard, golfing and quadding with my son and neighbors. Also refurbishing an 1801 barn on my property
Timeline
Value Stream Team Leader
Ahlstrom-Munksjo
05.2020 - Current
WLPM 412 Machine Tender
Ahlstrom - Munksjo
03.2009 - 05.2020
BackTender WLPM 412
Ahlstrom- Munksjo
09.2001 - 03.2009
Utility Operator WLPM412
Dexters/Ahlstrom Munksjo
07.1997 - 09.2001
Packer/Helper 515 rewinder
Dexters
11.1996 - 07.1997
OwneLift Truck Operator Instructor
CPR Certification
Ahlstrom Employee Safety committee
Suffield High School
NSC Learning Certified Fork Truck Operator instructor
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