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Ronald Conner

Summary

Talented Production Supervisor experienced in manufacturing. Focused on quality of materials and finished products, as well as accomplishing challenging business objectives. An adaptable and responsive leader with a detail-oriented mindset exceptionally skilled at identifying measures to improve production methods and equipment performance. A versatile production supervisor knowledgeable about equipment operation, quality standards and safety hazards. Versed in documentation, compliance and scheduling. Streamlines workflow to maintain productivity and proactively addresses challenges to minimize downtime. Performance-oriented in enhancing workflows and resource utilization to achieve demanding production targets. Hardworking leader and problem-solver with conscientious approach to tackling operations issues. A leader that collaboratives and promotes team building.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Manufacturing Production Supervisor

Kennametal
01.2007 - Current
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Managed team of production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
  • Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
  • Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
  • Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
  • Trained employees to perform tasks and manufacture of specified products.
  • Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
  • Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
  • Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
  • Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment performance, reviewing materials supplies, and organizing manpower.
  • Achieved on-time shipments goal by empowering employees to continued success.
  • Utilized customer feedback while assisting in the development of strategies to improve product quality.
  • Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
  • Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
  • Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
  • Assisted with the Implementation of policies and standard operation procedures
  • Kept accurate and detailed records of personnel progress and productivity.
  • Cultivated professional working relationships with peers and supervisors.
  • Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
  • Collaborated with other leaders and executives to direct workflow and support operations.
  • Collaborated with internal teams to streamline operations across materials handling, production, and shipping.

Production Leadman & Maintenance Mechanic

Kennametal
01.2004 - 01.2007
  • Worked with supervisor and other team leads to manage and prioritize staffing assignments to meet customer demand and production schedules.
  • Monitored workers on site during production activities for safety procedures compliance.
  • Updated production metrics and facilitate regular team communication.
  • Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
  • Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
  • Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
  • Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
  • Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
  • Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
  • Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.


CNC Machine Operator

Kennametal
06.1996 - 01.2004
  • Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
  • Inspected finished parts by checking for defects to meet quality standards.
  • Monitored machines during operation to make adjustments when necessary and produce quality parts.
  • Performed daily cleaning to keep machines in good working condition and prolong equipment lifespan.
  • Learned and followed safety procedures to keep machines operated safely and prevent accidents.
  • Trained and coached new team members on proper machine set-up procedures.
  • Input instructions to program CNC machines to control machine movement and produce parts to specification.
  • Utilized calipers and other measuring tools to increase accuracy of parts.
  • Inspected parts to meet customer specifications and quality standards.
  • Instructed new employees on operation of CNC machines.
  • Input instructions for machine operations based on specifics of work orders.

Education

High School Diploma -

Southwestern Randolph High School
Asheboro, NC

No Degree - Maintenance Training

Impact Maintenance Training Greensboro N.C.
Greensboro NC

Skills

  • Supervision 15 years' experience (30 to 60 employees)
  • 5s1
  • SAP
  • Multitasking
  • CNC Machining
  • Maintenance
  • Malfunction Troubleshooting
  • Safety Processes
  • Work Area Oversight
  • Quality Control
  • Issue Reporting
  • Measuring Equipment Oversight
  • Corrective Actions
  • Blueprint Interpretation
  • Production Efficiency
  • Lockout and Tagout Processes
  • Manufacturing Procedures

Timeline

Manufacturing Production Supervisor

Kennametal
01.2007 - Current

Production Leadman & Maintenance Mechanic

Kennametal
01.2004 - 01.2007

CNC Machine Operator

Kennametal
06.1996 - 01.2004

High School Diploma -

Southwestern Randolph High School

No Degree - Maintenance Training

Impact Maintenance Training Greensboro N.C.

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