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Steven Kraemer

Production Supervisor
Michigan City,IN

Summary

History of effectively overseeing assembly workers in high-volume production settings as successful Production Supervisor. Offering 10 years of experience and solid focus on performance optimization. Safety-knowledgeable and adaptable to dynamic operational conditions.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Supervisor

Sullair
Michigan City, IN
05.2018 - 04.2023

Executed entire assembly process by accurately interpreting set-up sheets, work orders, drawings or blueprints.

  • Notified engineering of errors and discrepancies.
  • Maintained neat and clean work area, clearing debris, organizing parts and keeping spaces open.
  • Checked position and alignment of each component to prevent errors and minimize materials waste.
  • Evaluated employees' strengths and assigned tasks based upon experience and training.
  • Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
  • Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment performance, reviewing materials supplies, and organizing manpower.

Production Supervisor/Lead Person

Sullivan-Palatek Inc.
Michigan City, IN
01.2012 - 04.2018
  • Collaborated with internal teams to streamline operations across materials handling, production and shipping.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Evaluated team member performance every day to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
  • Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, providing hands-on training and mentoring to individuals with lagging skills.
  • Supervised all production phases, including assembly and test.
  • Reworked positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets.
  • Assigned and oversaw daily production schedules to 15 employees.
  • Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures and unavoidable delays
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals

Freight Handler

Y.R.C.
Chicago Heights, IL
02.2005 - 01.2012
  • Rigged trucks and secured cargo.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks.
  • Attached labels to finalized products before shipment.
  • Organized products to streamline packing procedures.
  • Surrounded items in cling film, padded blankets and tape to protect from damage.
  • Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
  • Kept all documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
  • Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.

Laborer

International Laborers Local 81
Valparaiso, IN
01.2000 - 02.2005
  • Learned diverse construction trades skills, including basic carpentry, painting and plastering.
  • Maintained and repaired facilities, equipment and tools to achieve operational readiness, safety and cleanliness.
  • Interpreted job site supervisor's orders and technical documentation to complete accurate work.

Assembler

Sullair
Michigan City, IN
04.1994 - 01.2000
  • Executed entire assembly process by accurately interpreting set-up sheets, work orders, drawings or blueprints.
  • Followed outlined specifications to implement effective assembly plans.
  • Received and processed both written and verbal instructions, prints and work orders.
  • Assembled compressors using Work Center Instructions (WCI), Piping and Instrumentation instructions (P and I), Wiring Diagram (WD), Bill of Material (BOM) and assembly drawings.
  • Aligned motor, air end and coupling using calipers, dial indicators and straight edges.

Education

High School Diploma -

Elston
Michigan City, IN
03.1994

Sullivan -Palatek Service School
Michigan City, IN

Skills

  • Expert in mechanical assembly
  • Qualified in blueprint interpretation
  • Production optimization
  • Manufacturing management
  • Safety and compliance
  • Staff Management
  • Quality assurance
  • Strong leadership abilities
  • Metrics management
  • Production planning

Timeline

Production Supervisor

Sullair
05.2018 - 04.2023

Production Supervisor/Lead Person

Sullivan-Palatek Inc.
01.2012 - 04.2018

Freight Handler

Y.R.C.
02.2005 - 01.2012

Laborer

International Laborers Local 81
01.2000 - 02.2005

Assembler

Sullair
04.1994 - 01.2000

High School Diploma -

Elston

Sullivan -Palatek Service School
Steven KraemerProduction Supervisor