Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Completed and passed Green Belt Training
Timeline
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Trevor Daniel

Decatur,IL

Summary

Dynamic production manager with a proven track record at Caterpillar, Inc., driving operational excellence and enhancing product quality. Skilled in lean manufacturing and cross-functional collaboration, I successfully implemented process improvements that reduced downtime while fostering team development and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

Successfully led multiple teams to enhance productivity and streamline workflows. Demonstrated expertise in resource allocation and process optimization.

Ambitious Production Manager with 10 years of experience in manufacturing environments. Motivates employees to align performance with company objectives in fast-paced production environments. Superior competency in safety, resource allocation, production scheduling and workflow management.

Smoothly direct employees carrying out multiple operations to achieve demanding production goals, schedules and budget targets. Maintain employee focus and achieve quality targets with hands-on supervision.

Committed manager with strong production background. Focused on maintaining team safety and meeting challenging performance targets.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager of Production

Caterpillar, Inc
06.2018 - 03.2025
  • Led production teams to achieve operational targets and improve workflow efficiency.
  • Streamlined manufacturing processes resulting in reduced downtime and enhanced productivity.
  • Increased overall productivity by implementing effective time management strategies and prioritizing tasks.
  • Conducted regular safety audits for maintaining a safe working environment and promoting employee wellbeing.
  • Implemented lean manufacturing principles to eliminate bottlenecks and maximize production output.
  • Mentored junior staff members, fostering professional growth and developing future leaders within the organization.
  • Enforced health and safety protocols to promote safe working environment.
  • Trained in and implemented emergency response procedures to protect team members and property.

Syrup Loadout Foreman

ADM
03.2015 - 05.2018
  • Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.
  • Coordinated workflow among teams to enhance productivity and efficiency in production processes.
  • Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
  • Championed company values through consistent modeling of ethical behavior and adherence to corporate policies.
  • Facilitated seamless handovers between shifts by maintaining clear documentation of completed tasks and outstanding items requiring attention.
  • Achieved deadlines consistently, planning resources effectively and adjusting priorities as needed.
  • Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Biology

St. Louis University
St Louis, MO

Skills

  • Health and safety compliance
  • Six sigma methodologies
  • Team development
  • OSHA compliance
  • Performance evaluation
  • Timely safety audits
  • Lean manufacturing
  • Industrial plant management
  • Workforce training
  • Continuous improvement processes
  • Time management
  • Health and safety

Accomplishments

  • With a consistent focus on safety, I managed Assembly, Machining, and Fabrication Value Streams.
  • During the last 10 years, I never had a direct report with a recordable injury.
  • I have experience in public speaking with audiences as large as 200.

Certification

  • Graduated Magna Cum Laude with a 3.98 GPA from St. Louis University.
  • Green Belt Certified at Caterpillar, Inc.

Completed and passed Green Belt Training

Green Belt education required daily classroom attendance for 2 weeks. There was a test at the end of each week.  I scored 100% on each test and was awarded my green belt.

Timeline

Manager of Production

Caterpillar, Inc
06.2018 - 03.2025

Syrup Loadout Foreman

ADM
03.2015 - 05.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Biology

St. Louis University
Trevor Daniel