Rodney A. Rothenberger
Muncie,IN
Summary
Seasoned Production Supervisor adept at keeping operations moving smoothly and efficiently in order to meet demanding manufacturing targets. Bringing 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in production environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
NHS Production Supervisor
Nestle
Anderson, IN
09.2021 - Current
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
- Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures and unavoidable delays.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Utilized lean practices to balance workflow and alleviate redundancy.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Production Supervisor
Spaceage Synthetics
Fargo , ND
04.2020 - 09.2021
- Minimized resource and time losses by addressing employee or production issue directly and implementing timely solutions.
- Boosted production throughput and quality by revamping procedures and monitoring strategies.
- Utilized lean practices to balance workflow and alleviate redundancy.
- Reduced obstacles and variables to maintain production efficiency, meet deadlines and deliver 15% improvement in productivity.
- Created and implemented strategies for improving operational efficiency and accuracy.
- Conducted performance reviews each quarter, offering praise and recommendations for improvement.
Production Superintendent
Motor Coach Industries
Pembina, ND
08.2019 - 02.2020
- Planned and organized production schedules and assessed project and resource requirements.
- Oversaw workforce of 155 employees in manufacturing department.
- Addressed personnel issues and scheduling conflicts promptly.
- Managed documentation of and training on production procedures and work instructions.
- Drove daily production activities with effective communication and leadership.
- Planned, directed, coordinated and assigned manpower to meet aggressive production schedules.
- Applied lean practices to balance workflow and eliminate unnecessary steps.
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
- Established position requirements, schedules and production team processes.
- Estimated, negotiated and agreed on budgets and timescales with clients and managers
- Assigned appropriate manufacturing supervisor, assembler and operator duties
Production Supervisor
LM Wind Power
Grand Forks, ND
09.2016 - 08.2019
- Conducted routine inspections of incoming materials to check quality and compliance with established product specifications.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, providing hands-on training and mentoring to individuals with lagging skills.
- Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of product.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Utilized lean practices to balance workflow and alleviate redundancy.
- Reworked positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets.
- Oversaw equipment modifications and upgrades.
- Evaluated team member performance every 90 days to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
Field Services Manager
Dish Network
Loveland, CO
02.2015 - 07.2016
- Assessed operational needs and equipment availability to develop personnel schedules and assignments.
- Led team of up to 26 service technicians in all field activities.
- Evaluated employee performance on 90 day basis and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Directed training and retraining of employees to boost performance and enhance business results.
- Supervised site investigations, reported issues and escalated those that required further assistance.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Managed quality programs to reduce overdue compliance activities.
Merchandising Supervisor
Coca Cola Refreshments
Grand Forks, ND
10.2012 - 01.2015
- Established vendor performance metrics to evaluate service.
- Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
- Interviewed and worked closely with vendors to acquire and develop desired products.
- Conferred with store managers to obtain information about customer needs and preferences.
- Established strong vendor relationships to maintain and support business.
- Assembled promotional displays, including quarter and full-size point of purchase displays.
- Established and optimized schedules to keep coverage and service in line with forecasted demands.
- Recruited, managed and motivated 42-member retail team to give every guest positive and memorable experiences.
- Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales, complicated issues and difficult customers.
- Trained team members in successful strategies to meet operational and sales targets.
- Set and updated weekly work schedules to meet coverage demands by considering factors like expected customer levels, planned promotions and individual employee strengths.
- Developed, implemented and enhanced employee targets and operational policies to promote productivity and strengthen team performance.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND08.2011
Associate of Science - Human Resources Management
Minnesota State Community And Technical College
Moorhead, MN05.2008
Skills
- Production targets
- Assembly and production
- Supply chain distribution
- Manufacturing
- Equipment monitoring
- Safety and compliance
- Compliance understanding
- Project Management
- Operations management
- Quality assurance
- Staff Management
- Contract Negotiation
- Business administration
- P&L Management
- Cost reduction strategies
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Management information systems
- Business planning
- Team building
- Excellent work ethic
- Leadership
- 5s
- Lean Manufacturing
- Cross Training
Accomplishments
Chairman
Indian Education Parent Advisory Committee of Fargo, ND public schools
2005 to 2008
President, Student Government
Minnesota State Community and Technical College of Moorhead, Mn
2007-2008
President, American Indian Business Leaders (AIBL)
University of North Dakota 2008-2009 and 2010-2011
Timeline
NHS Production Supervisor
Nestle
09.2021 - Current
Production Supervisor
Spaceage Synthetics
04.2020 - 09.2021
Production Superintendent
Motor Coach Industries
08.2019 - 02.2020
Production Supervisor
LM Wind Power
09.2016 - 08.2019
Field Services Manager
Dish Network
02.2015 - 07.2016
Merchandising Supervisor
Coca Cola Refreshments
10.2012 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
University of North Dakota
Associate of Science - Human Resources Management
Minnesota State Community And Technical College
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