Stuart Weary
production supervisor
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Demonstrated success in improving production output and quality with a focused and methodical approach. Well-versed in contributing to major plant changes, including equipment upgrades, process changes and retooling processes. Diplomatic and motivational leader. Flexible Manufacturing Supervisor dedicated to leading cross-functional teams in meeting customer demands and deadlines. Experience overseeing a group of 50 employees. Adept at planning, directing and coordinating all manufacturing processes. Skilled at maintaining and communicating daily productivity to management.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
Thrive Foods
05.2024 - Current
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Managed team of 20 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
- Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
- Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
- Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
- Consistently met or exceeded production targets while maintaining strict quality standards, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Optimized workflow through effective resource allocation and scheduling adjustments.
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Implemented safety protocols and conducted regular audits, achieving a reduction in workplace accidents and incidents.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly against established benchmarks for ongoing personnel development.
- Maintained accurate documentation of production data, enabling informed decision-making for process improvements.
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing techniques and reducing waste.
Manufacturing Supervisor
KMC Stampings
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Completed production plans by scheduling and assigning personnel to daily tasks.
- Identified problems and implemented effective solutions.
- Communicated job expectations and monitored employees.
- Led safety meetings and monitored compliance with gear requirements and best practices.
- Performed accident investigations.
- Managed departmental performance measures.
- Read and interpreted schematics, technical documentation and production orders.
- Recorded and reported attendance and hours worked for all area employees.
- Maintained proper inventory levels.
- Reported tool, machinery and equipment issues to maintenance personnel.
- Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
- Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
- Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status.
Manufacturing Supervisor
Bodycote Metal Heat Treating Service
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Completed production plans by scheduling and assigning personnel to daily tasks.
- Identified problems and implemented effective solutions.
- Communicated job expectations and monitored employees.
Production Supervisor
Stella & Chewy
03.2018 - 08.2021
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Managed team of 50 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
- Enforce GMP
Manufacturing Supervisor
Briggs & Stratton
05.2012 - 01.2018
- Completed production plans by scheduling and assigning personnel to daily tasks.
- Identified problems and implemented effective solutions.
- Communicated job expectations and monitored employees.
- Led safety meetings and monitored compliance with gear requirements and best practices.
- Performed accident investigations.
- Managed departmental performance measures.
- Recorded and reported attendance and hours worked for all area employees.
- Reported tool, machinery and equipment issues to maintenance personnel.
Education
High School Diploma - Basic Education
Project STAY HS
809 N 8th Street 06.2000
Skills
- Component Manufacturing
- Contract Logistics
- Supply Requisition
- Project Milestones
- Root Cause Analysis
- Project Scope Evaluation
- Sanitation Enforcement
- Metal Manufacturing
- Output Improvements
- Directing Team Members
- Corrective Actions
- Inventory Management Software
- Process Improvement
- Quality Inspections
- Safety Audit
- Material Handling
- Data Analytics
- Quality Control
- Planning Management
- Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Training and Development
- Service Quality
- Defect Detection
- Manufacturing Management
- Predictive and Preventive Maintenance
- Constructive Feedback
- Advanced Manufacturing
- Warehouse Operations
- Duty Assignments
- Food Manufacturing
- Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP)
- Compliance Requirements
- Production Sequencing
- Safety Oversight
- Microsoft Word
- Lean Manufacturing Principles
- Quality Assurance
- Strategic Manufacturing
- Product Manufacturing
- Practice Operations Management
- Inspect Equipment
- Continuous Improvement Projects
- Operational Standards
- Critical Thinking
- Coordinating Daily Operations
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- CGMP Regulations
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Thrive Foods
05.2024 - Current
Manufacturing Supervisor
KMC Stampings
08.2022 - 09.2023
Manufacturing Supervisor
Bodycote Metal Heat Treating Service
08.2021 - 08.2022
Production Supervisor
Stella & Chewy
03.2018 - 08.2021
Manufacturing Supervisor
Briggs & Stratton
05.2012 - 01.2018
High School Diploma - Basic Education
Project STAY HS
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