Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Various Training Experiences / Programs
Affiliations
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Terry McNichols

Lancaster,OH

Summary

Dynamic Shift Production Manager at Mars PetCare Inc. with a proven track record in enhancing quality and safety while driving operational efficiency. Expert in team leadership and process improvement, I successfully managed diverse teams, ensuring compliance and fostering talent development. Committed to delivering exceptional results in fast-paced environments.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Shift Production Manager

Mars PetCare Inc.
Columbus, Ohio
03.2006 - 03.2025

Shift-based, 24x7 front-line operations people leader who efficiently improved Quality, Human Safety, and Product Cost Conversion while Engaging and Developing talent. Was responsible for delivering operational targets and leading teams of, on average, 30 to 40 Associates including the production, maintenance, quality and logistics segments. Drove safety, quality, continuous improvement, performance management, associate development, team engagement and operating results for the shift through shift-based leadership.

Coordinated the short-term activities of the area within established guidelines and standards to produce the highest quality, lowest cost product in the safest and most efficient manner, while also partnering with the other members of the 24-hour Area Leadership Team to deliver area continuous improvement. Built effective teams on the shift and managed the training strategy for both the individual associates and the team. Implemented and enforced established policy, as well as area and organizational strategies.

Scheduled maintenance and contractors for short term and long-term repairs to least effect downtime on the shift.

Shift Manager

Keystone Powdered Metal Company
Columbus, OH
01.1990 - 03.2006
  • Shift Manager
  • Was responsible for all aspects of the production shift. Safety, Quality, Efficiency, Associate Management
  • Experience with product development

Automotive Technician / Manufacturing Operator

Various
Lancaster, Ohio
05.1983 - 01.1990
  • Was a certified ASE Automotive Technician with Honda and Toyota experience.
  • Also had some diesel and Kubota equipment experience.
  • Operator at an auto glass manufacturing plant.

Education

High School Diploma -

Amanda Clearcreek HS
Amanda, OH
05-1983

High School Diploma -

Lancaster Vocational Auto Mechanics
Lancaster Ohio
05-1983

Skills

  • Health and safety compliance
  • Team leadership
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Line maintenance
  • Equipment operation
  • Quality control
  • Process improvement
  • Continuous Manufacturing experience

Various Training Experiences / Programs

  • OSHA programs, forklift operation, confined space, working at heights, PPE management, electrical safety, hazard recognition and prevention, continued education in supervisory techniques workplace issues and laws of the workplace.
  • Continued education and experience in food safety.
  • Experience with internal and external audits including, OSHA, FDA, QS9000, Fire safety inspections, etc

Affiliations

  • Home projects such as remodeling, building, electrical, plumbing and outdoor projects.
  • Mechanical repairs of various equipment.

Timeline

Shift Production Manager

Mars PetCare Inc.
03.2006 - 03.2025

Shift Manager

Keystone Powdered Metal Company
01.1990 - 03.2006

Automotive Technician / Manufacturing Operator

Various
05.1983 - 01.1990

High School Diploma -

Amanda Clearcreek HS

High School Diploma -

Lancaster Vocational Auto Mechanics