Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
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Terry Kremer

Terry Kremer

Maquoketa,IA

Summary

Goal oriented, very driven, seasoned Production Leader with 6-year background supervising team of 10-15 people to meet production order deadlines. Maintains production equipment to operate smoothly and motivates employees. Excellent understanding of workplace safety regulations. In addition was an interim Production Supervisor on Multiple occasions.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Production Lead

Superior Tube Products
Davenport, IA
04.2023 - Current
  • Ensured safety regulations were followed by all staff members.
  • Provided guidance and support to subordinates in their daily activities.
  • Developed strategies for improving efficiency, productivity, and cost-effectiveness in the production line.
  • Identified areas of improvement and implemented changes accordingly.
  • Tracked progress against objectives and reported regularly on progress made.
  • Controlled labor costs by ensuring that workers are working efficiently.
  • Prepared reports on production metrics such as output, waste, cost.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure smooth operations.
  • Suggested process improvements based on analysis of existing processes.
  • Oversaw workstation setup and operation and mobilized production line and shift employees to meet customer quality standards and schedules.
  • Interpreted, understood and communicated information on job tickets, configured production operations to meet specifications and prioritized job tickets by due date.
  • Reported problems or concerns with quality, processes, equipment, materials and labor to supervisor.
  • Identified and supported continuous improvement efforts with supervisor.
  • Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
  • Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
  • Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
  • Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
  • Trained, mentored and inspired 10 line workers in safe operation of assembly line equipment and mastered and modeled diverse production operations to support team.
  • Directed and supervised team of 10 employees in daily operations.
  • Developed and implemented operational policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and accuracy of workflows.
  • Monitored employee productivity levels on a regular basis to identify areas of improvement.
  • Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.

Line Leader/Fabrication Welder

Unicor Industries
Glenville, WV
02.2018 - 02.2023
  • Managed daily staff rotations and ensured workers were in their assigned positions.
  • Monitored production lines to ensure accuracy of product quality, quantity, and timing.
  • Provided guidance and instruction to employees on safety protocols and operating procedures.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Performed regular inspections of equipment to identify maintenance needs or potential issues.
  • Ensured that all team members followed company policies and regulations regarding safety, work environment, attendance.
  • Trained new hires on the use of machinery and standard operating procedures for the line.
  • Implemented changes as directed by management to improve overall productivity.
  • Reviewed product specifications prior to each shift start-up and monitored output throughout the shift.
  • Participated in developing new processes or procedures based on customer feedback or industry trends.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams on design projects that improved existing systems or created new ones.
  • Enforced proper usage of Personal Protective Equipment among all personnel at the workplace.
  • Oversaw running of Welders (Mig and Tig, Shears, Press Brakes, CNC Mills, Lathes, and various hand power/ pneumatic tools, and measurement equipment (calipers, tape measures, scales, and occasionally micrometers, strictly adhering to manufacturer safety protocols to alleviate possible injuries.
  • Checked product quality regularly and achieved superior reputation without need for rework.
  • Led and influenced team members through actions and expectations to meet improvement goals.
  • Created BOMS and Work instructions for various projects.
  • Responsible for designing several upfits for military

Education

GED -

Scott County Community College
Davenport, IA
03-1999

Some College (No Degree) - Welding Technology

Iowa Central Community College
Fort Dodge, IA

Certified Production Technician - Industrial Production Technologies

Manufacturing Skills Standards Council
Pekin, IL

Some College (No Degree) - Basics of Supply Chain Management

APICS The Association For Operations Management
Springfield, IL

Some College (No Degree) - Lean Six Sigma Basics

Unicor Industries
Glenville, WV

Skills

  • Supervisory/ Management Skills
  • Production Line Supervision
  • Standard Operating Procedures
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Communication
  • Safety Rules Enforcement
  • Work policy development
  • Facility management
  • Procedure Implementation
  • Logistics
  • Project Management
  • Team coordination
  • Workflow management
  • Production scheduling
  • Employee safety
  • Continuous Improvement
  • MDI (Managing Daily Improvements)
  • 5S methodology
  • Waste Reduction
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Use of Pareto's, fishbones, and 5 whys
  • Lean Six Sigma training
  • Office skills
  • Microsoft Teams
  • Word
  • Excel
  • Power BI
  • Global Shop
  • Office 365 email
  • Manufacturing/ Technical Knowledge
  • Manufacturing, and processes of
  • Blueprint reading
  • Troubleshooting
  • Equipment Operation
  • Math and decimal measurements
  • Power and pneumatic tools
  • Mig and Tig welding
  • Quality assurance
  • Quality assurance controls

Certification

  • Certified Production Technician
  • Crane/ and overhead Crane Certified
  • Forklift Certified

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Production Lead

Superior Tube Products
04.2023 - Current

Line Leader/Fabrication Welder

Unicor Industries
02.2018 - 02.2023

GED -

Scott County Community College

Some College (No Degree) - Welding Technology

Iowa Central Community College

Certified Production Technician - Industrial Production Technologies

Manufacturing Skills Standards Council

Some College (No Degree) - Basics of Supply Chain Management

APICS The Association For Operations Management

Some College (No Degree) - Lean Six Sigma Basics

Unicor Industries

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