Ronnie Lawson
Simpsonville,SC
Summary
Seasoned Production Manager with a proven record at Shaw Flooring, specializing in enhancing quality and productivity across diverse teams. Expertise in operations management and leadership fosters efficient production lines and boosts staff performance, consistently delivering high-quality products that meet rigorous standards.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Manager
Shaw Flooring
Dalton, GA
05.2006 - 05.2023
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Created streamlined production schedules and collaborated with production employees to communicate objectives and goals.
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications
- Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands
- Oversaw quality and productivity for staff of 150 employees
- Scheduled orders for shipping/receiving for products created
- Inventory control
Production Worker
Fitts Industries Staircasing
Tuscaloosa, AL
05.2004 - 05.2006
- Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
- Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
Production Worker
Johnson Controls
Tuscaloosa, AL
05.2003 - 05.2004
- Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
- Repair and maintain seat for mercedes
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Maintained machinery to prevent overloads and avoid malfunctions.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
Finishing Manager
Linden Lumber Flooring
Demopolis, AL
03.1999 - 04.2003
- Fostered collaboration by overseeing and directing polishing, painting and coating activities.
- Verified finishing met established standards for color, textures, metallic, exotic woods and aged finishes.
- Determined costs of new contracts.
- Monitored staff in creation of high-quality fixtures that would be used in retail locations for luxury brands.
- Applied leadership and technical skills to facilitate safe and effective department operations.
Line Operator
Robin Witt/Armstrong
Warren, AR
03.1989 - 04.1999
- Collaborated with team members to develop strategies for improving efficiency of line operations.
- Operated multiple pieces of equipment simultaneously during peak times of operation.
- Followed detailed instructions from supervisors when performing tasks on the line.
- Loaded raw materials into machines according to instructions from supervisors.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hermitage High School
Hermitage, ARSkills
- Assembly and production
- Production line management
- Operations management
- Strong leadership abilities
- Staff management
- Horticulturists
- Team leadership
- Cross-functional team management
- Work prioritization
Additional Information
Reference:
- Kir Wilson Production Manager (336) 407-67317729
- Ric Wilson Production Manager (336) 407-6731
- Kevin Duvall Former Plant Manaager (706) 280-0664
- Mark Burnette Corporate Quality Manager (706) 217-9877
Timeline
Production Manager
Shaw Flooring
05.2006 - 05.2023
Production Worker
Fitts Industries Staircasing
05.2004 - 05.2006
Production Worker
Johnson Controls
05.2003 - 05.2004
Finishing Manager
Linden Lumber Flooring
03.1999 - 04.2003
Line Operator
Robin Witt/Armstrong
03.1989 - 04.1999
High School Diploma -
Hermitage High School
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