Rodney Miller
Green Bay,WI
Summary
Results-driven Production Specialist with expertise in overseeing manufacturing processes and enhancing operational efficiency. Demonstrated ability to lead teams and optimize workflows using Lean Manufacturing principles and Quality Control techniques. Proficient in resource management and problem-solving to address both routine and complex production challenges.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Manager
N.E.W. Plastics
09.2025 - Current
- Optimized workflow by overseeing production schedules and meeting deadlines.
- Enhanced operational efficiency through implemented process improvements.
- Ensured quality standards by coordinating cross-functional team efforts.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing safety protocols consistently.
- Quickly resolved issues to sustain productivity and meet goals.
- Conducted root cause analyses on production issues, preventing future occurrences.
Warehouse Supervisor
WB manufacturing
10.2018 - 08.2025
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by supervising receiving, stocking, and shipping tasks.
- Streamlined operations through effective scheduling and training of warehouse staff.
- Promoted safety by guiding loading and unloading of goods and materials.
- Directed daily workload for team to consistently meet output goals.
- Coordinated logistics efforts to ensure timely product delivery.
- Maintained accurate inventory records, ensuring compliance with shipping documentation.
Forklift Operator
Green bay packaging
08.2015 - 10.2018
- Followed safety protocols and regulations for operating a forklift.
- Loaded packages and merchandise from industrial trucks.
- Inspected forklift equipment daily to ensure proper functioning.
- Transported materials and equipment to production work stations.
- Labeled and packaged merchandise for shipping and storage.
- Utilized scanners and databases to track moving packages and deliveries.
forklift driver
ST Paper Mill
07.2010 - 08.2015
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by operating various forklifts for product relocation.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during forklift operations in tight spaces.
- Maintained accurate forklift logbooks, tracking daily maintenance and operational status.
- Executed loading and unloading of packages from industrial trucks efficiently.
- Streamlined inventory management through precise stacking and counting of products.
Sander
Burkel wood products
02.2008 - 07.2010
- Enhanced wood surface quality by skillfully operating power sanders.
- Executed sanding tasks per supervisor instructions to ensure project accuracy.
- Maintained a safe working environment while using sanders without incidents.
- Inspected sanded products to confirm adherence to quality standards and specifications.
- Evaluated workpieces for smoothness and conformity using various measuring tools.
Petty Officer Second Class
US Navy
02.2000 - 10.2007
- Facilitated project completion across departments, meeting all established deadlines.
- Ensured quality assurance compliance while managing multiple simultaneous tasks effectively.
- Provided regular updates to senior leadership on task progress and outcomes.
- Supervised team of six, optimizing daily task completion and assignment efficiency.
- Conducted training on new systems, enhancing personnel knowledge of policies and procedures.
- Monitored daily ship operations, enforcing security and safety protocols effectively.
- Developed countermeasures to mitigate international terrorist threats proactively.
Education
GED -
MATC
Milwaukee12.1999
Skills
- Staff management
- Employee training
- Staff supervision
- Safety management
- Health and safety compliance
- Staff scheduling
- Production line management
- Production oversight
- Manufacturing
- Quality assurance
- Safety monitoring
- Shift checklists
- Team management
- Decision-making
- Workflow management
- Performance monitoring
- Schedule management
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 15 staff members.
Certification
Forklift certified through WB
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Production Manager
N.E.W. Plastics
09.2025 - Current
Warehouse Supervisor
WB manufacturing
10.2018 - 08.2025
Forklift Operator
Green bay packaging
08.2015 - 10.2018
forklift driver
ST Paper Mill
07.2010 - 08.2015
Sander
Burkel wood products
02.2008 - 07.2010
Petty Officer Second Class
US Navy
02.2000 - 10.2007
GED -
MATC