Robert White
Suffolk,VA
Summary
Results-oriented and dedicated Production Supervisor with over 10 years of expertise in manufacturing processes and planning from the ground level and beyond. A leader with substantial success streamlining workflows to eliminate waste and minimize costs. Currently, seeking a role that capitalizes on a strong work ethic, adaptability, and a willingness to learn.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Floor Supervisor
Smithfield Foods, Inc
Smithfield, VA
11.2022 - Current
- Manage assigned lines and strive to increase T-max yield while meeting attainment and adherence
Production Manager/Front-Line Supervisor
Continental Tire Mt. Vernon
Mt. Vernon, IL
08.2019 - 10.2022
- Direct day-to-day operations for three departments employing lean six sigma methods and motivational leadership to meet production goals, generating 95% first time yield
- Plan production sequences in alignment with sustainability initiatives and product requirements, capitalizing on an ability to handle competing priorities, optimizing material yield variance
- Oversee quality assurance prior to product distribution by conducting inspections with meticulous attention to detail
- Maintain accurate employee records, payroll, and vacation accruals utilizing organizational skills and SAP proficiency
- Conduct walkthroughs to guarantee and enforce compliance with safety regulations and 5S standards
Production Supervisor-Mixing
Continental Tire Mt. Vernon
Mt. Vernon, IL
03.2017 - 08.2019
- Cultivated positive relationships with team members to yield quality performance and better collaboration through active listening and interpersonal skills, boosting overall operations effectiveness
- Inspected 21 mixes to ensure optimal operation and efficiency, leveraging subject matter expertise and a keen eye, diminishing rates of return significantly
- Monitored and facilitated training for staff to encourage a culture of accountability and safety
- Optimized the performance of 2 technicians and 90 operators through constructive feedback and influence, resulting in lower staff turnover
Education
High School Diploma -
Sesser-Valier High School
Sesser, IL05-1986
Skills
- Lean Six Sigma
- Leadership
- Production Management
- Process Improvement
- Materials Handling
- Organizational Skills
- Quality Assurance
- Manufacturing
- Root Cause Analysis
- Strategic Planning
- Time Management
- Electrical Experience
- Six Sigma
- Payroll
- Continuous Improvement
- SAP
- 5S
- Assembly
- Military
- Supervising Experience
- Training
- Instructor
- Facilitator
Military Service
- United States Navy, Petty Officer First Class - Retired
- Certified Air Traffic Controller
- Certified Naval Instructor and Trainer
Certifications and Licenses
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
- Certified Adjuster
- Licensed and Appointed in Florida
Timeline
Floor Supervisor
Smithfield Foods, Inc
11.2022 - Current
Production Manager/Front-Line Supervisor
Continental Tire Mt. Vernon
08.2019 - 10.2022
Production Supervisor-Mixing
Continental Tire Mt. Vernon
03.2017 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
Sesser-Valier High School
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