Sampson Meier
Vineyard,UT
Summary
Dedicated and experienced professional with over 20 years of expertise in team leadership, production management, and continuous improvement. Proven track record in optimizing operational processes, fostering strategic initiatives, and implementing best practices. Strong background in cross-functional team coordination, and training. Adept at managing high-stress situations, ensuring safety, and mentoring individuals. Certified Six Sigma Yellow Belt and trained First Responder. Highly focused on systems building, team building, and crucial conversations with excellent people skills. Firm believer in our US Synthetic culture with a high focus on safety. Seeking to leverage my extensive skills and experience in a challenging role to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Factory Manager
US Synthetic
Orem , Utah
02.2022 - Current
- Worked closely with team leads to maximize worksite efficiency and effectiveness.
- Use our tools and elements of standardized work to deliver the best value.
- People development through Pathways and coaching.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and maintained a safe working environment.
- Sensei Kaizen events to align with our CI culture.
- Developed strategies to maximize productivity, reduce costs and improve quality standards.
- Enforced disciplinary measures when necessary according to company policies.
- Consistently updating skills and knowledge through various educational resources such as classes, books, and seminars.
Team Lead
US Synthetic
Orem, Utah
06.2016 - 02.2022
- Analyzed daily operational requirements within the department and allocated tasks accordingly.
- Provided leadership and guidance to team members, ensuring that tasks were completed on time and to a high standard.
- Conducted daily verification of team member skills.
- Delivered regular and timely coaching sessions.
- Updated KPI's and selected areas of focus to drive continuous improvements.
Team Member
US Synthetic
Orem, Utah
01.2014 - 06.2016
- Fully crossed trained in press/finish factory.
- PDCA champion and participated in many others.
- Provided quarterly updates on team projects.
- Daily Kaizen.
- Took charge as Team Lead when our supervisor was unavailable.
- Adapted to various roles to meet customer needs.
Night Watch/mentor
Telos
Orem, Utah
09.2012 - 06.2015
- Monitored and mentored students, guaranteeing their safety and well-being at a residential treatment center.
- Supported students in overcoming personal challenges and acquiring life skills.
Education
Orem High School
05.2001
Skills
- Able to manage and work well with others
- Dealing with unexpected and stressful situations
- Crucial conversations
- Workplace Safety
- First responder
- First aid
- CPR
- Microsoft suite
- Mac OS
- Heavy machinery (Turret Trucks, Raymond, Drexel, Pallet Jacks, Sit down Counterbalance and Cherry pickers)
- Schedule Management
- Production Monitoring
- Trend tracking
- Quality Control
- Equipment Maintenance
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Employee engagement
Certification
- Six sigma yellow belt
- TWI (EDGE)
- Crucial conversations
- Situational Leadership
- Lean Fundamentals
- VCW practitioner
Timeline
Factory Manager
US Synthetic
02.2022 - Current
Team Lead
US Synthetic
06.2016 - 02.2022
Team Member
US Synthetic
01.2014 - 06.2016
Night Watch/mentor
Telos
09.2012 - 06.2015
Orem High School
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