Open To Work
Thomas Osborne
Bardstown,KY
Work Preference
Summary
Results-driven Production Supervisor experienced in managing operations across automotive and bottling sectors. Achieved significant improvements in productivity and quality through effective team leadership and process optimization. Focused on creating a safe, efficient work environment while enhancing team performance and operational effectiveness.
Overview
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Certification
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Bottling Operator
Bardstown Bourbon Company
Bardstown, USA
11.2021 - 01.2026
- Operated and maintained bottling line equipment to facilitate uninterrupted production
- Monitored product quality throughout the bottling process, conducting regular inspections and making necessary adjustments to maintain high standards
- Troubleshot equipment issues promptly to reduce downtime and sustain production flow
- Performed routine maintenance tasks on machinery, including cleaning, lubricating, and replacing parts.
- Assisted in training new employees on operating procedures and safety protocols for the bottling line
- Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives by proposing process enhancements to optimize operations
- Followed all safety protocols and guidelines to create a safe working environment for oneself and colleagues
Production Supervisor
Toyota Boshoku
Bardstown, USA
10.2017 - 11.2021
- Managed over 20 team members and maintained daily launch status itinerary to ensure timely production.
- Conduct daily meetings to confirm status requirements are met.
- Traveled to Japan to collaborate with sister plant on process countermeasures, enhancing production efficiency.
- Trained team members on job details and new line operations, improving team capability and flexibility.
- Develop Work Point Sheets/Work Instructions for Lexus line.
- Provided administrative support to managers by organizing documents and coordinating schedules.
- Conducted light maintenance tasks to ensure equipment functionality and prevent production delays. to prevent downtime and overtime.
- Maintained a clean and orderly workplace to support safety standards.
- Performed time studies and audits for safety and balance on production lines.
Repair Technician
Toyota Boshoku
Bardstown, USA
02.1997 - 08.2012
- Repaired door trim components for Toyota Camry, Venza, and Avalon models to ensure quality and functionality.
- Enhanced appearance of auto trim and components through professional painting techniques.
- Managed incoming and outgoing chemical solvents in plant to maintain safety and compliance.
- Collaborated with colleagues on challenging repair projects leading to increased knowledge sharing within the team
- Implemented 5S methodology to organize and improve workspace efficiency.
- Managed all incoming and outgoing chemical solvents being used in the plant.
- Implemented 5S activities to improve workplace order and efficiency.
- Adhered to safety protocols when handling hazardous materials or working in potentially dangerous situations
Education
High School Diploma -
BETHLEHEM HIGH SCHOOL
Skills
- Bottling line mechanics
- Team management troubleshooting
- Bottling automation systems
- Quality control knowledge
- Process Improvement
- Continuous improvement implementation
- Lean Manufacturing
- 5S methodology knowledge
- Lean
- TPS
- TPM
- Root cause analysis
- Troubleshooting systems
- General maintenance
- Bottling automation technology
- Project Planning
- Prototype development
- Employee training
- Supervising experience
- Leadership
- Self-Motivated
- Quality assurance
- Time management
- Safety compliance
- Manufacturing
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Kanban system knowledge
- Packaging techniques proficiency
- Adhering to production standards
- Workplace cleanliness maintenance
- Process optimization techniques
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Quality control analysis
- Continuous improvement
- Inventory management
Affiliations
- First place in US Skills Competition in Toyota Boshoku manufacturing.
Certification
- Forklift Certification
- Driver's License
Timeline
Bottling Operator
Bardstown Bourbon Company
11.2021 - 01.2026
Production Supervisor
Toyota Boshoku
10.2017 - 11.2021
Repair Technician
Toyota Boshoku
02.1997 - 08.2012
High School Diploma -
BETHLEHEM HIGH SCHOOL