Ronald Lofton
Jeffersonville,IN
Summary
Strategic and forward-thinking leader with self-motivated and tactical mindset. Excellent relationship-building and critical thinking skills with determined and decisive nature.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Manager
Susan Moloney Interior Designs
Louisville, KY
08.2023 - 05.2026
- Managed logistics processes to ensure on-time arrival of all design materials, supporting project timelines.
- Established standardized storage solutions for quick location and access of inventory items.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced efficiency in delivery of materials and project completion.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers and clients to ensure on time project completions with complete client satisfaction.
- Executed efficient delivery of essential materials and supplies by driving company sprinter van, supporting project timelines and operational needs.
Maintenance Supervisor
Teasdale Latin Foods
Louisville, KY
10.2024 - 12.2025
- Oversaw maintenance team to ensure compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities and equipment to identify potential issues before they escalated.
- Ensured communication between maintenance personnel and other departments during scheduled downtime or emergency situations.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of maintenance staff to identify strengths, areas for improvement, and opportunities for promotion.
Process Technician
Mitchell Plastics
Charlestown, IN
11.2014 - 10.2024
- Monitored production processes to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Operated and maintained machinery, troubleshooting issues to minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to refine manufacturing techniques and improve efficiency.
- Trained new technicians in proper usage of equipment, safety protocols, and company procedures.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to identifying maintenance needs.
- Troubleshot technical issues, implementing solutions to maintain a smooth production process.
- Coordinated with engineering teams during equipment upgrades or installation projects, ensuring minimal disruption to ongoing production activities.
- Provided hands-on assistance during emergency situations such as equipment malfunctions or shutdowns while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Improved production efficiency by optimizing process parameters and equipment settings.
- Performed preventive maintenance on equipment during scheduled downtime.
- Consistently met or exceeded production targets through processes and swift resolution of issues and minimum downtime.
- Performed maintenance on machinery and escalated major malfunctions to supervisor for greater knowledge assistance.
- Attended training seminars and to understand new equipment and train other employees.
- Maintained detailed records of process data and performance metrics, assisting valuable insights for future improvements.
- Collaborated with engineers in new product introduction phases to develop and verify design changes.
- Provided extensive training and mentoring to less experienced technicians to convey knowledge and expertise.
Process Technician
Revere Plastics Systems
Jeffersonville, IN
08.2011 - 11.2014
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to identify maintenance needs, reducing emergency downtime.
- Implemented processes to improve overall workflow and productivity levels.
- Trained new technicians in proper usage of equipment, safety protocols, and company procedures.
- Consistently met or exceeded production targets through processes and swift resolution of issues.
- Maintained machinery by troubleshooting issues to minimize downtime.
Tool Setter
Beach Mold & Tool
New Albany, IN
04.2008 - 08.2011
- Set up and calibrate production tools for optimal performance.
- Operate various machining equipment, ensuring adherence to safety standards..
- Collaborate with team members to optimize workflow and efficiency.
- Ensured timely completion of mold sets by prioritizing tasks based on production schedules and deadlines.
- Trained new Mold Technicians on proper tool installation, safety protocals, and usage techniques.
Education
No Degree - Business Administration And Management
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Sellersburg, INHigh School Diploma -
Corydon Central High
Corydon, IN05-1999
Skills
- Mentoring and training
- Continuous improvement
- Employee supervision
- Critical thinking
- Communication
- Decision-making
- Troubleshooting
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Dependable and consistent
- Preventive Maintenance
Timeline
Maintenance Supervisor
Teasdale Latin Foods
10.2024 - 12.2025
Logistics Manager
Susan Moloney Interior Designs
08.2023 - 05.2026
Process Technician
Mitchell Plastics
11.2014 - 10.2024
Process Technician
Revere Plastics Systems
08.2011 - 11.2014
Tool Setter
Beach Mold & Tool
04.2008 - 08.2011
No Degree - Business Administration And Management
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
High School Diploma -
Corydon Central High