Sam Baughman
Smiths,Al
Summary
- Not afraid to have difficult conversations, in and outside the team.
- Strive for the one best way.
Multi-talented supervisor knowledgeable about equipment operation, quality standards and safety hazards. Steps easily into any production position and works hands-on with team members in need of improvement. Versed in documentation, compliance and scheduling. Goal-oriented Production Manager offering 30-year background coordinating and controlling manufacturing processes to deliver products on time and within budget. Polished in planning production schedules, assessing resource requirements and determining quality control standards.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations/Production Manager
Aludyne Machining
Columbus, Ga
01.2023 - Current
- Achieved efficient management of daily operations
- Achieved annual cost savings of $1,000,000 by effectively managing scheduling and reducing overtime expenses.
- Restored accountability on the production floor, covering facility and onsite security. Established progressive disciplinary measures and reintegrated drug testing policies.
- Optimized performance based on KPI results.
- Reduced scrap through implementation of standardized work and employee training.
Plant Superintendent
Wheel Pros
Auburn, Al
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Oversee all operational activities at night
- Supporting all disciplines within the facility
- Produce operational documentation to upper management; production, scrap, OEE etc… Maintain Quality at the source.
Floating Supervisor/ 2nd Shift Supervisor
Westrock Sawmill
Cottonton, Al
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Assigned daily tasks to staff and monitored their performance.
- Provided guidance, coaching, and feedback to team members.
- Developed strategies for efficient workflow and process improvement.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of equipment and machinery.
Education
Internal Auditors Course -
01.1999
Char-Broil Leadership Training -
01.1996
General Studies -
Columbus State University
01.1989
Advanced Diploma -
Buchholz High School
01.1985
Skills
- OSHA Compliance
- Training Coordination
- Production Optimization
- Team Development
- Resource Allocation
- Production Line Management
- Production Planning
- Staff Scheduling
- KPI Tracking
- Manufacturing
- Performance Evaluation
- Continuous improvements
- Optimizing production output
- Safety Monitoring
- Cost Reduction
- Equipment Operation
- Capacity Planning
- Lean Manufacturing
- Operations Management
- Data-driven
- Production Scheduling
- Workforce training
References
- Bill Jennings, Plant Manager Aludyne, (260) 417-7128
- Jim Fox, Plant Manager Kysor Warren, (706) 604-9906
- Jeff Webb, Manager Charbroil, (706) 718-8399
- Darren Back, Production manager Westrock Sawmill, (334) 560-6562
Timeline
Operations/Production Manager
Aludyne Machining
01.2023 - Current
Plant Superintendent
Wheel Pros
01.2021 - 01.2023
Floating Supervisor/ 2nd Shift Supervisor
Westrock Sawmill
01.2019 - 01.2021
Internal Auditors Course -
Char-Broil Leadership Training -
General Studies -
Columbus State University
Advanced Diploma -
Buchholz High School
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