Tyler Richards
Whitmore Lake,MI
Summary
Experienced production leader knowledgeable about automotive Industry practices and regulatory requirements. Directs and motivates employees to accomplish challenging performance and quality objectives. Successful at keeping costs low and employee job satisfaction high while promoting safety and compliance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
Guardian Industries
Carleton, MI
11.2024 - Current
- Supervised daily production activities to ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Coordinated workflow among teams to optimize efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational productivity and reduced waste.
- Trained and mentored new staff on equipment usage, safety protocols, and production techniques.
- Developed and implemented production schedules to optimize workflow and maintain adherence to deadlines while minimizing changeover downtime.
- Led comprehensive RCAs and 8D initiatives aimed at eliminating persistent production challenges and optimizing workflow efficiency.
- Facilitated cross-departmental workflow processes, ensuring optimal efficiency and performance.
Production Supervisor
Constellium Automotive
Van Buren, MI
01.2015 - 06.2024
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Oversaw employee training to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Managed teams to help brainstorm and develop new methods and best practices as a continuous improvement leader.
- Led initiatives to develop a more cohesive and safe work environment through group activities and incentive programs.
- Developed new processes for Inventory and Scrap management and helped create methods of tracking/logging of "Reworked" finished goods in PLEX (ERP)
- Mentored new employees, providing them with the necessary knowledge and guidance to become effective members of the production team.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Led a team of production workers to consistently meet deadlines and exceed performance goals.
- Improved employee morale by fostering a positive work environment through clear communication and supportive leadership.
Assembly Associate
Enovate IT/Enovate Medical llc
Canton, MI
07.2012 - 06.2014
- Collaborated on assembly line production and coordinated shipping processes to maintain workflow efficiency.
- Managed packaging processes for finished products while assembling rising arm components to ensure quality standards.
- Directed cross-training initiatives across assembly departments to enhance workforce versatility. Led the strategic relocation of E550/750 wallstation line to new facility in November 2013. Oversaw the successful transfer of E997 wallarm line to Murfreesboro, Tennessee in final weeks with company.
Pool Maintenance
Sunflower Village Homes Association
Canton, MI
06.2011 - 07.2012
- Managed pool chemical testing and performed routine cleaning activities each morning to uphold facility standards and operational efficiency.
Housekeeping
Kimco Facilities Services
Ann Arbor, MI
10.2010 - 04.2011
- Performed thorough cleaning and detailing tasks for three office suites, a family medical center, and the main fitness center to ensure a pristine environment.
- Ensured cleanliness and upkeep of staircases, hallways, and elevators to enhance lobby presentation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Canton High School
Canton, MI06-2007
Skills
- Quality Control
- Continuous Improvement
- Production Management
- Training and mentoring
- Production targets
- Health and safety compliance
- Staff Management
- Schedule Management
- Worker Training
- Assembly and production
- Production Planning
- Process Improvement
- Equipment monitoring
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Workflow Optimization
- Quality Assurance
- Priority management
- Waste Reduction
- Inventory Coordination
- Materials Management
- Project Management
- Computer Skills
- Performance monitoring
- Conflict Resolution
- Documentation And Reporting
- Relationship Building
- Equipment Troubleshooting
3D Printing
In my free time i enjoy designing and printing 3D models.
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Guardian Industries
11.2024 - Current
Production Supervisor
Constellium Automotive
01.2015 - 06.2024
Assembly Associate
Enovate IT/Enovate Medical llc
07.2012 - 06.2014
Pool Maintenance
Sunflower Village Homes Association
06.2011 - 07.2012
Housekeeping
Kimco Facilities Services
10.2010 - 04.2011
High School Diploma -
Canton High School