Accomplished plant production supervisor driving safety compliance and cost reduction through impactful employee training and strategic project coordination.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Plant Production Supervisor
Schenck USA Corporation
Southfield
06.2002 - 02.2026
Supervised daily plant operations to ensure production goals were met.
Trained and mentored team members on safety protocols and equipment usage.
Monitored inventory levels and coordinated material supply for production needs.
Implemented process improvements to streamline workflow and minimize waste.
Conducted regular safety inspections to maintain compliance with company standards.
Facilitated communication between departments to streamline production schedules.
Maintained accurate records of production activities and equipment maintenance logs.
Resolved operational issues promptly to minimize downtime in the production line.
Ensured that all safety regulations were followed in accordance with company policies.
Directed and coordinated plant production activities to ensure efficient utilization of materials and personnel.
Reviewed work orders and directed set up and adjustments to machines.
Established standards for measuring performance against established goals.
Evaluated operational costs associated with plant production activities.
Enforced adherence to established procedures related to manufacturing operations.
Coordinated with engineering, purchasing, and sales departments to align production efforts.
Supervised the day-to-day operations of the production line, including scheduling and assigning employees.
Implemented preventative maintenance programs for machinery used in production processes.
Monitored quality control processes, identified deficiencies, and executed corrective actions to uphold standards.
Managed special projects as assigned by senior management.
Identified root causes of problems affecting production output or quality assurance results.
Resolved any discrepancies between actual output versus planned output.
Trained new staff members on equipment operation and safety protocols.
Analyzed data from production reports to identify areas for improvement in efficiency or cost savings.
Completed production plans by scheduling and assigning personnel, revising schedules and establishing priorities.
Planned production operations while establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing processes.
Supported safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on use of control points, equipment and resources.
Monitored equipment, checked supplies and coordinated manpower to meet expected demand.
Oversaw continuous improvement initiatives in lean environment to drive gains in quality, flow and output.
Delegated tasks to employees and monitored accurate and timely completion of tasks to meet project milestones.
Conducted performance reviews to identify and rectify areas for skill improvement.
Monitored staff training and output to meet compliance, productivity and revenue goals.
Reviewed individual employee performance to correct issues and enhance productivity.
Set up, adjusted and maintained machines to operate at peak levels and meet challenging demands.
Promoted employee safety awareness based on understanding of regulatory mandates and organizational best practices.
Issued work orders for repairs to plan maintenance of equipment, machinery and vehicles.
Cultivated communication among senior managers and floor supervisors to encourage optimal productivity.
Enforced company policies, answered coworkers' questions and trained new personnel.
Conducted training in equipment operations and safety procedures, briefing employees of hazards associated with work.
Observed and monitored utilization of equipment.
Performed minor equipment repairs to keep jobs on task and notified maintenance department of major machinery failures.
Assessed customer needs quickly to ensure satisfaction.
Kept records of employees' attendance and working hours for accurate calculation of billable cycle.
Evaluated and assessed personnel to identify potential candidates for promotion.