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Shane Walker

Flora,IL

Summary

Goal-oriented and safety focused Logistics Engineer, with a deep understanding of OSHA regulations, adept at working with others to accomplish demanding objectives. Self-directed professional leads and directs work of others, plans projects and accomplishes milestones all while keeping safety at the forefront.

Experienced with managing manufacturing operations and leading production teams to achieve optimal results. Utilizes strong leadership and problem-solving skills to enhance efficiency. Track record of implementing quality control measures and improving workflow.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Logistics Engineer

Hella Electronics
04.2022 - Current
  • Project lead on shipping department rebuild. Optimizing material flow and creating a safer work area.
  • Owner of implementing logistics performance counters to track labor efficiencies to help level workload.
  • Regional member of global steering committee to implement AMR and AGVs.
  • Setup JIT deliveries of components to production lines for continuous replenishments triggered by line output.
  • Create process maps, layouts and material movement plans in support of operational needs.
  • Spearheaded continuous improvement of quality, accuracy and cost of packaging and transportation.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
  • Designed comprehensive supply chains to minimize environmental impacts and costs.

Production Supervisor

Agco Corporation
01.2019 - 04.2022
  • Delegated tasks to employees and monitored accurate and timely completion of tasks to meet project milestones.
  • Monitored equipment, checked supplies and coordinated manpower to meet expected demand.
  • Established and updated production schedules to meet changing demands.
  • Conducted performance reviews to identify and rectify areas for skill improvement.
  • Reviewed individual employee performance to correct issues and enhance productivity.
  • Maintained top-notch quality control standards and eliminated downtime to maximize revenue.
  • Recommended and implemented measures to improve production methods and quality of products.
  • Promoted employee safety awareness based on understanding of regulatory mandates and organizational best practices.
  • Monitored staff training and output to meet compliance, productivity and revenue goals.
  • Monitored manufacturing variances to achieve quality improvement while resolving product process and equipment problems.
  • Revamped positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets.
  • Oversaw continuous improvement initiatives in Lean environment to drive gains in quality, flow and output.
  • Cultivated communication among senior managers and floor supervisors to encourage optimal productivity.
  • Achieved on-budget performance and production targets through management of teams and resources.
  • Supported safety programs to reduce and eliminate employee injuries.
  • Decreased inventory and labor hours through strategic process changes.
  • Create process maps, layouts and material movement plans in support operational needs.

Team Leader

Agco Corporation
07.2016 - 01.2019
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and free of safety hazards to maximize efficiency.
  • Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
  • Promoted to leadership position in recognition of strong work ethic and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Assessed, motivated and empowered team members to work to build customer satisfaction and loyalty, to support retention and growth.
  • Mentored newly hired employees on machine operations and implemented training on safety procedures to prevent injuries.
  • Conducted inspections of equipment before, during and after shifts to immediately resolve issues that could cause project delays.
  • Operated hand and power tools to clear jams, adjust positions and trim rough edges.
  • Identified equipment issues using troubleshooting techniques to keep machinery fully operational during shifts.
  • Monitored team progress and enforced deadlines.
  • Documented production levels, materials used and special incidents to keep management informed of daily activities.
  • Quality checked components to determine conformance to specifications.
  • Moved supplies and finished products by operating forklifts and overhead cranes.

Product Quality Technician

Agco Corporation
05.2014 - 07.2016
  • Led data documentation and retention efforts to provide customized QA corrective actions.
  • Recommended strategy for improving testing plan, manufacturing and employee training processes to streamline QC measures.
  • Provided quality support to ensure that products met quality standards and customer requirements.
  • Completed routine inspections of components and products to fulfill quality assurance requirements.
  • Monitored daily performance of production team to identify and address issues affecting quality product output.
  • Performed visual and dimensional inspections on manufactured parts.
  • Implemented quality control objectives to resolve production issues, optimize product reliability and reduce costs.
  • Monitored and upheld safe operating procedures and clean area mandates to meet regulatory requirements.
  • Conducted frequent quality and compliance reviews of production work.
  • Assisted with correcting systemic problems in order to eliminate errors.

Education

Associate of Applied Science -

University of Illinois
05.1994

Skills

  • Production target management
  • Quality assurance expertise
  • Project management
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Incidents management
  • Continuous improvements
  • Staff retention
  • Cost reduction and containment
  • Warehouse management
  • Workforce training
  • Process improvement strategies
  • Track Labor efficiencies
  • Logistics analysis
  • Six Sigma Yellow Belt

Certification

OSHA 30 hr Certified

NFPA 70E Electrical Safety Certified

Storm Water Pollution Prevention and Universal Waste Certified

CPR and AED Certified

HIPAA Awareness training

Workplace Harassment, Supervisor Edition training

Sexual Harassment Supervisor training

Equal Employment Opportunity training

Global Code of Conduct training

Preventing Sexual Harassment, Illinois edition training

Preventing Work Place Violence training

Work Place Substance Abuse Awareness and Prevention training

Building and Sustaining Trust training

Setting Goals and Review Results training

Communicating for Leadership Success training

Coaching for Peak Performance training

Timeline

Logistics Engineer

Hella Electronics
04.2022 - Current

Production Supervisor

Agco Corporation
01.2019 - 04.2022

Team Leader

Agco Corporation
07.2016 - 01.2019

Product Quality Technician

Agco Corporation
05.2014 - 07.2016

Associate of Applied Science -

University of Illinois

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