Shannon Schorer
Abbotsford,WI
Summary
Quality-driven production leader with proven success in organizing workflows and coordinating resources to meet challenging goals. Industrious professional and resourceful problem-solver with persistent approach to tackling operational concerns. Good decision-making and team-building abilities with open and clear communication style.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Manager and Director of Quality Control
Shelter Construction, LLC
Brooklyn Park, Minnesota
03.2025 - 08.2025
- Coordinated daily production schedules to meet project deadlines.
- Assisted in quality control inspections to maintain product standards.
- Communicated with subcontractors to align project goals and timelines.
- Monitored the daily operations of the production team, providing guidance and support as needed.
- Reviewed production orders, schedules, delivery dates, and inventory levels to determine product availability.
- Developed and implemented production schedules to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Created reports on productivity levels, cost analysis, and inventory status.
Office Manager
All Metal Stamping
Abbotsford, Wisconsin
06.2014 - 03.2025
- Managed office supplies and inventory for efficient operations.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated meetings for staff and clients.
- Maintained filing system for documents and records organization.
- Assisted in preparing reports and presentations for management review.
- Communicated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Organized office events and team-building activities for staff engagement.
- Resolved customer inquiries in a timely manner while maintaining positive relationships with clients.
- Supervised staff members, organized schedules and delegated tasks.
- Provided training to new hires on office policies and procedures.
- Developed and implemented office policies and procedures.
- Implemented and maintained company protocols to facilitate smooth daily activities.
- Provided administrative support to management team including preparing reports and presentations.
- Sustained office efficiency by implementing and planning office systems, equipment procurement and layouts.
- Maintained confidential records relating to personnel matters.
- Assisted in recruiting, onboarding and training new employees.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Provided leadership, insight, and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company products.
- Resolved customer complaints or answered customers' questions.
- Guided employees in handling difficult or complex problems.
- Trained employees on best practices and protocols while managing teams to maintain optimal productivity.
- Discussed job performance problems with employees, identifying causes and issues to find solutions.
- Consulted with managers to resolve problems relating to employee performance, office equipment and work schedules.
- Reviewed employees' work to check adherence to quality standards and proper procedures.
- Recommended solutions related to staffing issues and proposed procedural changes to managers.
- Created detailed drawings using AutoCAD software for parts fabrication and assembly.
- Created detailed drawings using AutoCAD software to illustrate design concepts.
- Utilized various software programs such as Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.
- Utilized appropriate software programs such as Adobe Acrobat Pro to edit scanned images.
Purchasing Manager
All Metal Stamping
Abbotsford, Wisconsin
05.2010 - 03.2025
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure quality and timely delivery of goods.
- Developed procurement strategies aligned with company goals and market trends.
- Analyzed market conditions to identify potential cost-saving opportunities.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for favorable terms and pricing agreements.
- Maintained accurate records of purchases, pricing, and supplier performance metrics.
- Conducted regular audits of inventory levels to optimize stock management practices.
- Reviewed purchase orders and ensured accuracy of information, such as pricing, payment terms and delivery dates.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate stock for production requirements.
- Sourced new vendors for purchasing needs.
- Maintained accurate records of purchases including invoices, price lists, product codes and descriptions.
- Obtained quotes from various suppliers to determine most cost-effective purchasing options.
- Researched new sources for supplies, materials and services in order to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
- Prepared periodic reports on purchasing activities, budget expenditures, inventory levels and supply shortages.
- Identified potential areas of cost savings through supplier consolidation or alternative sourcing methods.
- Assisted in resolving disputes with suppliers regarding defective merchandise or late deliveries.
- Conducted regular vendor performance reviews to ensure quality standards were met.
- Conducted market research to determine appropriate pricing.
- Tracked and approved procurement plans and inventory levels.
- Evaluated proposals from vendors on a regular basis to ensure cost effectiveness.
- Created detailed specifications for requested items prior to issuing purchase orders.
- Analyzed market trends to determine appropriate purchasing strategies.
- Collected operations data and created spreadsheets detailing trends.
- Utilized ERP systems for efficient management of purchasing processes.
- Monitored and forecasted upcoming levels of demand to maintain optimal inventory levels.
- Coordinated with logistics to ensure timely delivery of purchased items.
- Developed and implemented strategic purchasing plans to meet company objectives.
- Developed and maintained an up-to-date database of suppliers, products, and prices.
- Implemented quality control procedures to ensure received products met required standards.
- Reviewed supply levels and aging inventory to forecast purchasing needs.
- Organized and prioritized projects.
- Identified dead inventory and created solutions for excess liquidation through creative inventory management solutions.
- Verified purchase requisitions by comparing items requested to master list.
Press Operator
All Metal Stamping
Abbotsford, Wisconsin
03.1993 - 07.2014
- Operated brake press machines to shape metal components efficiently.
- Set up and adjusted machinery according to specifications and project requirements.
- Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize production workflows.
- Maintained workplace safety standards during operation and setup processes.
- Trained new operators on equipment usage and safety protocols.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues to minimize downtime during shifts.
- Documented production activities and machine maintenance logs accurately.
- Set up and operated brake press machine to form metal parts according to blueprint specifications.
- Evaluated work orders and blueprints to identify tools and supplies needed.
- Inspected finished products for defects or accuracy against blueprints.
- Followed established quality control procedures throughout each shift.
- Adjusted settings on the brake press machine, such as speed, pressure and stroke length, to ensure accurate production of components.
- Cleaned and organized machine, tooling, and work areas regularly for maximum safety and efficiency.
- Assisted with setup of tooling for various jobs when needed.
- Loaded and unloaded materials, changed tools and selected sequences to produce desired parts.
- Maximized performance by inspecting, maintaining and repairing machinery on consistent schedule.
- Recorded data related to production runs in logbooks or computer systems.
- Maintained a clean work area around the brake press machine at all times.
- Used calipers and micrometers to measure components produced by the brake press machine for accuracy against blueprints.
- Reported any malfunctions of equipment to supervisors immediately.
- Monitored gauges on machines to ensure optimal performance during operations.
- Executed process improvement initiatives as required by management.
- Sourced appropriate materials for use in production runs based on customer specifications.
- Troubleshot issues with equipment or processes when necessary.
- Provided feedback on ways to improve efficiency within the department.
- Communicated with other departments regarding any changes in production orders or schedule requirements.
- Followed safety protocols at all times while operating machinery.
- Kept parts within close tolerances of design standards to maintain optimal quality.
- Stopped machine operation to change tooling, setup, or workpiece placement according to required machining sequences.
- Fabricated various parts using multiple machines at once.
- Operated hoists, forklifts and other material handling equipment to lift heavy work pieces or move loads.
- Aligned, mounted and installed tools and attachments on machines, using hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
- Set up and operated computer-controlled machines or robots to perform machine functions on metal or plastic workpieces.
- Read programming instructions and product blueprints to determine sequences and dimensional requirements.
- Changed out aging tools, fixtures and offsets.
- Provided expert coaching and training for new team members.
- Monitored machine operations and made adjustments to correct problems.
Education
High School Diploma -
Abbotsford High School
Abbotsford, WI05-1990
Skills
- Production scheduling
- Quality control
- Inventory management
- Cost analysis
- Supplier negotiations
- Project management
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
Affiliations
- I love to be outdoors either hiking, biking, camping, fishing, or hunting.
- I enjoy spending time with my family going to movies, concerts or shows.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Production Manager and Director of Quality Control
Shelter Construction, LLC
03.2025 - 08.2025
Office Manager
All Metal Stamping
06.2014 - 03.2025
Purchasing Manager
All Metal Stamping
05.2010 - 03.2025
Press Operator
All Metal Stamping
03.1993 - 07.2014
High School Diploma -
Abbotsford High School
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