Shawn Saltz
Spring,TX
Summary
Proactive Production Manager successful at anticipating needs and making adjustments to schedules, materials and workflow. Ready to bring expertise to company needing hands-on, knowledgeable and resourceful leader.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Manager-GRC
Sercel-GRC Inc.
Houston
08.2021 - 12.2023
- Enhanced production efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing lean manufacturing techniques.
- Reduced waste and material costs by optimizing resource allocation and inventory management.
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
- Developed a comprehensive training program for new hires, resulting in higher employee retention rates and faster integration into the team.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products according to customer requirements.
- Conducted root cause analysis on production issues, devising corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Championed safety initiatives within the workplace, leading to a significant decrease in accidents and injuries among staff members.
- Spearheaded process improvements that led to reduced cycle times, allowing for increased output without additional manpower or equipment investment.
- Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated with sales and marketing departments to align production schedules with demand forecasts, maximizing both efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Mentored junior staff members on best practices in production management, cultivating a skilled workforce capable of tackling complex challenges head-on.
- Introduced automation and technological advancements to the production floor, leading to increased efficiency and reduced labor costs.
- Developed strong relationships with key stakeholders, resulting in better collaboration and alignment on project objectives.
- Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Estimated labor requirements to support anticipated workload.
- Partnered with leadership on recruiting, hiring and coaching production personnel.
- Studied department operations to assist with development of new or improved methods of tooling and production processes.
- Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.
- Devised and administered cost control initiatives saving $9000 annually.
Prod. Supr./Mfg. Specialist
Baker Hughes
Houston
05.2011 - 11.2020
- Enhanced team productivity by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
- Developed strong client relationships through consistent communication and attentive service.
- Increased sales revenue with targeted marketing campaigns and strategic product positioning.
- Reduced costs by identifying inefficiencies in operations and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Elimination of recordable incidents resulting in annual savings of $500,000
- Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Created and delivered presentations to internal and external stakeholders to showcase work.
- Attended training programs to deepen professional skillset and assisted in training fellow store associates on existing and new training programs.
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
- Mentored junior team members, fostering professional growth through guidance on best practices in the industry.
- Optimized supply chain management, resulting in reduced delivery times and increased inventory accuracy.
Test and Assy. Supervisor
Ziebel US
Houston
05.2009 - 05.2011
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Streamlined operations for increased efficiency through regular process reviews and implementing necessary changes. Increased production by 50% by improving equipment.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Identified operational inefficiencies and implemented corrective measures, leading to an overall increase in effectiveness.
- Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
- Identified unsafe or unhealthful workplace conditions or hazards to enforce safe work practices and procedures, resulting in zero recordable incidents in two years.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Project Management
09.2023
AS in Electronic Engineering -
08.1990
Skills
- Root Cause Analysis
- Team Development
- Quality Control
- Safety Management
- Production Planning and Optimization
- Resource Allocation
- Cause and Effect Analysis
- Cost Reduction
- KPI Tracking
- Lean Manufacturing
- Workflow Optimization
- Lean Manufacturing
- Problem Solving
- Continuous Improvements
- Timely Safety Audits
- Quality Assurance Standards
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
Professional Accomplishments
Directed for over 20 years production teams with success in quality (less than expected KPI), cost, delivery (YOY increase of 40%), and safety (0 recordable incidents). Influenced Workshop teams with exempt and non-exempt employees ranging in size from seven to twenty-five employees. Using Lean Manufacturing principles, including 5S and root cause analysis, executed multiple solutions to streamline production throughput and reduce cost. Managed production requirements and KPIs through the leadership of multiple product teams. Eliminated production issues, addressed corrective actions using root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques, and worked closely with Quality and Engineering to correct production or customer-related problems and concerns. Delivered technical support to the team through collaborative troubleshooting of production failures, adding to the team's knowledge and skill level. Designed training programs, including competency programs, in-process inspections, etc., Skilled and competent in CNC and Mill operations. Skilled and competent in semi-automated welding (MIG and TIG). Leveraged input from planning and supply chain to adjust and adapt to changing business needs or requirements by adjusting workforce and equipment requirements. Facilitated multiple kaizen events to reduce costs, inventory, and loss, saving millions of dollars. Over 20 years of experience in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PP). Resolved functional issues during the development of products to improve reliability. Resolved production issues on mechanical and electronic products, including surface systems. Reviewed and resolved new product releases for accuracy and manufacturability issues. Championed technical support to engineering and manufacturing by troubleshooting and documentation of test procedures with critical customers. Produced Excel and PowerPoint presentations using production system data to identify critical issues. Delivered plant-level projects for Green Belt certification through the leadership of the project team in 2013 and have either led or facilitated improvement projects for nearly eight years. Project lead or Facilitator for multiple plant and global level projects with differing project teams, including but not limited to cost reduction, safety, and improved throughput. Trainer in charge of Lean introductory training for the plant through completion of Level 3 training. Collaborated with business unit leaders and supported employees leading projects for completion of their Green belts. I facilitated multiple Kaizen events involving continuous improvement, safety, and root cause analysis. Directed cross-functional teams to develop and implement solutions for numerous projects utilizing Lean Manufacturing principles and methodologies. Collaborated with various teams to provide improvements utilizing Lean tools such as 5S, Value Stream Mapping, and Kanban to improve assembly outputs. knowledgeable and skilled in all areas of OSHA 29 CFR regulations for daily operations., Directed and coached improved safety culture through multiple programs for employees and contractors. Directed teams in developing global and plant-level hand injury reduction and dropped object prevention solutions. Engineered achievement of perfect EHS days for 1-1/2 years within supply chain manufacturing at the current facility, resulting in tens of thousands of dollars saved. Certification in EHS leadership from Baker Hughes EHS leadership. Project manager for annual review of waste disposal for reduction for the last two years (achieving 35% in 2016).
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Baker Hughes - 2013
Timeline
Production Manager-GRC - Sercel-GRC Inc.
08.2021 - 12.2023
Prod. Supr./Mfg. Specialist - Baker Hughes
05.2011 - 11.2020
Test and Assy. Supervisor - Ziebel US
05.2009 - 05.2011
University of Arizona-Global - Bachelor of Arts, Project Management
ITT Technical Institute - AS in Electronic Engineering,