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Robert Wiley

Manufacturing
Holiday,FL

Summary

Dedicated professional with proven leadership skills and a strong track record in fast-paced environments. Demonstrates exceptional multitasking abilities and effectively collaborates with diverse teams, including clients and customers. Committed to fostering teamwork and motivating others while maintaining a strong professional image. Quick to learn new concepts and apply them effectively in various situations. Energetic professional successful at motivating and building positive team dynamics to accomplish aggressive goals. Dedicated to open, communicative culture where employees feel empowered to contribute to company's success.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Lead

Carpenter technology Manufacturing
Clearwater, FL
10.2024 - Current
  • Trained operators on machine breakdowns, changeovers, and calibrations to enhance efficiency.
  • Facilitated training sessions to enhance team skills and knowledge.
  • Polished titanium coils and rods for aerospace and medical applications to ensure quality standards.
  • Followed work instructions and material setup to maintain consistent production processes.
  • Troubleshot equipment issues to minimize downtime and optimize performance.
  • Adhered strictly to safety guidelines to promote a secure working environment.
  • Practiced 5S methodology to improve workplace organization and productivity.
  • Implemented process improvements to streamline operations and reduce delays.

Assistant Supervisor

NGK Sparkplug Manufacturing USA Inc.
Sissonville, WV
01.2017 - 08.2024
  • Led oversight of manufacturing systems, including Lean Manufacturing and TPM, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
  • Oversaw daily production operations and ensured compliance with safety standards.
  • Coordinated team schedules and managed workforce allocation efficiently.
  • Communicated with management to address operational challenges promptly.
  • Coordinated continuous improvement initiatives such as Kaizen and Quality Circles to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Maintained operations of motors, pumps, conveyors, and all mechanical equipment through effective maintenance practices.
  • Conducted inspections and evaluations of machinery to identify repair needs and ensured timely completion of repairs.
  • Trained new hires on machine maintenance, company policies, and safety procedures to promote compliance.
  • Supervised Team Leaders and Associates, setting clear goals and facilitating performance evaluations.
  • Monitored daily operations hours, tracked employee productivity, and recorded results in database for analysis.
  • Maintained positive work ethic and commitment to providing excellent service to improve operations efficiency and customer satisfaction.
  • Trained new staff members on company policies, procedures and job expectations.
  • Organized schedules, workflows, and shift coverage to meet expected business demands.
  • Monitored employee performance and conducted regular reviews to identify areas for improvement.
  • Assisted in the development of operational policies, procedures and standards.
  • Performed yearly evaluations to update annual goals.

Team Leader

NGK Sparkplug Manufacturing USA Inc.
Sissonville, WV
01.2017 - 08.2024
  • Monitored production quality and quantity to achieve key performance results.
  • Provided guidance and leadership to enhance team effectiveness.
  • Motivated team members through collaboration to achieve shared objectives.
  • Leveraged expertise and influence to build a cohesive team environment.
  • Inspected inventory for defects to ensure product integrity.
  • Oversaw deadlines and maintained daily reports while ensuring compliance with regulations and safety standards.
  • Managed operations and maintenance of motors, pumps, conveyors, power tools, and mechanical equipment.
  • Evaluated machines to identify repair needs and ensured timely completion of repairs.

Team Leader

Gestamp West Virginia LLC
South Charleston, WV
01.2014 - 01.2017
  • Contact point for all team members. Provide encouragement to team members, including communicating team goals and identifying areas for new training or skills. Following quality specs using tooling to measure parts to ensure they are in specs.
  • Tracks daily operations hours, monitors employees’ work and quality. Prepares and inputs daily results and enters records into database.
  • Responsible for the workflow in operation. Oversee deadlines, maintain detailed daily reports, and make sure that the team adheres to company regulations and safety.
  • Operations and maintenance of motors, pumps, conveyers, power tools, and all mechanical equipment.
  • Help with changing out hydraulic pumps, hoses, and bad O rings.
  • Inspects inventory to determine defects.
  • Assure that the team addresses all relevant issues within the specific customer standards. Escalate issues that cannot be resolved by the team.
  • Inspects and evaluates the machines and equipment to determine what needs repaired or serviced and ensured that the repairs are completed in a timely manner to maintain operations.
  • Responsible for efficient set-up, tear-down, and operations.
  • Ensure 5S standards are maintained and checks are being done.
  • Operates overhead crane to stage next set of coils or die for the press.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Progress Coal
Twilight, WV
01.2006 - 01.2014
  • Safe and efficient operation of multiple pieces of large production mining equipment to move ore and waste material, including but not limited to loaders and dozers.
  • Ensure compliance with EPA and State regulations with waste runoff. Monitor discharges from drainage system.
  • Follow the Pollutant Discharge Elimination System. Controls waste and stormwater discharge.
  • Ensure that all permits are issued.
  • Make sure that all EPA guidelines and policies are followed disposing of debris and waste. Worked with other members setting up dump site areas to cover waste properly according to EPA and State regulations.
  • Part of a team that created site policies and procedures.
  • Conducted pre-trip/ walk-around safety inspections and completed daily assessments for all activities.
  • Maintained heavy equipment in good operating condition, reporting and logging maintenance requirements or concerns.
  • Inspects and evaluates the machines and equipment to determine what needs repaired or serviced and ensured that the repairs are completed in a timely manner.
  • Created safety counter measures with safe berms for the dump sites and proper drainage.
  • Ensure compliance with all company safety policies and procedures.
  • Maintain safety regulations and provide instruction on safe practices for staff.

Store Manager

84 Lumber
Maysville, KY
01.2003 - 01.2006
  • Responsible for a team of ten associates and four salesmen. Completed weekly schedules with hours of operation, call offs, and scheduled vacations.
  • Daily communication with contractors and homeowners.
  • Supervise associates; recognize the need for discipline/counseling and conduct meetings; set appropriate goals for direct reports and evaluate accordingly and effectively communicate and solicit feedback from the workforce.
  • Lead and coordinate continuous improvement activities.
  • Trains new hires on all aspects of the job including but not limited to policies and operating procedures, and preventative measures, to ensure quality work.
  • Maintaining and merchandising inventory.
  • Inspects inventory to determine defects.
  • Create material estimates for customers in a timely manner.
  • Synchronize delivery and/or pick up of customer orders.
  • Quickly resolve customer complaints and problems.
  • Analyze statistical data to support continuous improvement and assist in meeting required goals and perform auditing of the process as required and provide thorough and accurate reports.
  • Monitoring KPI, inventory targets, ordering materials and weekly reporting on P&L.
  • Interface effectively with other 84 Lumber stores, corporate office, vendors, and customers including coordinating and leading meetings.

Warehouse

Schwan Food Company
01.2000 - 01.2003
  • Moved materials and supplies through the warehouse with the use of material handling equipment, including but not limited to forklifts.
  • Unloading products from semis into warehouse and loading products from warehouse to delivery trucks.
  • Maintain safety regulations and provide instruction on safe practices for subordinates.
  • Stacked skids and pallets in designated areas.
  • Cleaned and disposed of scrap.
  • Properly document all shipments and inventory.
  • Fulfill all company regulations and follow safety guidelines for operations.

LCPL

US Marines Corps
Jacksonville, NC
01.1996 - 01.2000
  • Conducted comprehensive artillery training, increasing operational readiness and effectiveness.
  • Facilitated structured training programs for leadership skill development.
  • Achieved meritorious promotion for outstanding performance and contributions.
  • Deployed to Bosnia for mission-critical operations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Chesapeake High School, Chesapeake, OH
01.1996
Graduated 1996

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Quality assurance
  • ADP
  • Process improvement
  • Employee training
  • Data analysis and visualization
  • Enterprise resource planning
  • Project management software
  • Order management systems
  • Lean manufacturing
  • Problem solving
  • Performance monitoring
  • Effective communication
  • Continuous improvement
  • Conflict resolution

References

References provided upon request.

Timeline

Team Lead - Carpenter technology Manufacturing
10.2024 - Current
Assistant Supervisor - NGK Sparkplug Manufacturing USA Inc.
01.2017 - 08.2024
Team Leader - NGK Sparkplug Manufacturing USA Inc.
01.2017 - 08.2024
Team Leader - Gestamp West Virginia LLC
01.2014 - 01.2017
Heavy Equipment Operator - Progress Coal
01.2006 - 01.2014
Store Manager - 84 Lumber
01.2003 - 01.2006
Warehouse - Schwan Food Company
01.2000 - 01.2003
LCPL - US Marines Corps
01.1996 - 01.2000
Chesapeake High School - High School Diploma,
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