Stephen Yeager
Lykens,PA
Summary
Dynamic Extrusion Supervisor at Metal Exchange with a proven track record in driving production efficiency through lean manufacturing principles. Skilled in employee training and quality assurance, I enhanced processes and fostered communication, leading to sustainable improvements and waste reduction. Committed to excellence in extrusion techniques and team development.
Experienced production professional with strong background in extrusion processes and team leadership. Adept at optimizing production efficiency and ensuring quality control. Skilled in troubleshooting, process improvement, and safety protocols. Known for fostering collaborative environments and adapting to changing production demands.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Extrusion Supervisor
Metal Exchange
03.2022 - Current
- Championed lean manufacturing principles within the team, driving sustainable improvements in overall production efficiency.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong communication channels among team members.
- Assisted in the development of standard operating procedures for various extrusion processes, ensuring consistency across all shifts.
- Delegated production assignments to appropriate teams and personnel to utilize talents.
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing new extrusion processes and techniques.
Extrusion Manager
Mountain Ridge Metals
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Planned and organized production schedules by estimating, negotiating and agreeing budgets and timescales with clients and managers.
- Assisted in the development of standard operating procedures for various extrusion processes, ensuring consistency across all shifts.
- Increased employee safety with thorough training programs on equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Boosted overall productivity with strategic planning of manpower allocation during peak production periods.
Extrusion Supervisor
Hydro
06.2010 - 08.2021
- Championed lean manufacturing principles within the team, driving sustainable improvements in overall production efficiency.
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing new extrusion processes and techniques.
- Improved product quality by closely monitoring production parameters and making necessary adjustments.
- Inspected materials and equipment to detect malfunctions.
- Participated in cross-functional meetings to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and potential solutions for improving operations efficiency further.
- Provided technical expertise in troubleshooting complex extrusion issues, minimizing production delays due to equipment failures or process malfunctions.
- Promoted a culture of accountability within the team through transparent goal-setting and regular performance reviews.
Mine Operator
Short Mountain Coal Company
06.1994 - 06.2011
- Organized workforce scheduling to maximize productivity while maintaining high morale among employees working extended shifts or under challenging conditions.
- Facilitated communication between different departments within the organization, fostering a collaborative environment that enabled rapid problem-solving during critical situations.
- Managed daily mining operations, ensuring the timely achievement of production targets without compromising safety standards.
- Streamlined supply chain processes by establishing strong relationships with vendors, ensuring timely delivery of essential equipment and materials for uninterrupted mining operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Upper Dauphin Area
Elizabethville, PASkills
- Employee training
- Quality assurance checks
- Waste reduction
- Production scheduling
- Process troubleshooting
- Extrusion expertise
Certification
Green Belt certification 2018
Timeline
Extrusion Supervisor
Metal Exchange
03.2022 - Current
Extrusion Manager
Mountain Ridge Metals
08.2021 - 03.2022
Extrusion Supervisor
Hydro
06.2010 - 08.2021
Mine Operator
Short Mountain Coal Company
06.1994 - 06.2011
High School Diploma -
Upper Dauphin Area
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