Ujjwol Neupane
Bettendorf,IA
Summary
Results-oriented manufacturing professional with over 8 years of experience in optimizing production processes and enhancing operational efficiency. Expertise in fostering team collaboration and driving performance through effective leadership and innovative problem-solving strategies. Proficient in workflow management, quality control, and consistently meeting production targets while adapting to evolving operational demands. A proven track record of successfully leading yellow belt and green belt projects, achieving annual savings exceeding one million dollars, underscores a commitment to excellence and reliability in challenging environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manufacturing Supervisor
Arconic
Davenport, IA
07.2022 - Current
- Supervised production team to ensure compliance with safety protocols and operational standards.
- Developed training programs to enhance staff skills and improve overall productivity.
- Streamlined manufacturing processes, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced waste.
- Led daily operations meetings to discuss workflow improvements and address production challenges.
- Implemented quality control measures, enhancing product reliability and customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to optimize material usage and reduce downtime.
- Mentored junior supervisors, fostering a collaborative work environment and promoting professional growth.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends and recommend strategic adjustments for process enhancements.
- Identified problems and implemented effective solutions.
- Maintained proper inventory levels.
- Maintained open lines of communication between management and staff, fostering trust and transparency throughout the organization.
- Monitored production schedules to ensure on-time delivery of products, meeting customer expectations consistently.
KHMS Process Owner
Kraft Heinz
Davenport, IA
01.2021 - 07.2022
- Led cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and streamline processes.
- Developed and implemented process improvement initiatives to increase productivity and reduce waste.
- Facilitated training sessions to mentor team members on best practices and standard operating procedures.
- Analyzed workflow data to identify bottlenecks and recommend actionable solutions for performance enhancement.
- Managed project timelines, ensuring timely delivery of key milestones and adherence to quality standards.
- Conducted regular audits of processes, identifying areas for compliance improvement and risk mitigation.
- Established KPIs to monitor performance metrics, driving continuous improvement across operations.
- Championed adoption of new tools or methodologies within the organization; provided training as needed to ensure successful implementation.
- Conducted detailed root-cause analyses to identify areas for process improvement and implement corrective actions.
- Optimized workflows, resulting in increased operational efficiency and productivity.
- Implemented cost-saving measures that led to significant reduction in overhead expenses.
- Coordinated efforts across departments during major process transitions or upgrades, minimizing disruption to ongoing operations.
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
Oscar Mayer/Kraft Heinz
Davenport, IA
11.2020 - 11.2021
- Coached, trained and mentored over 150 associates to maximize performance and meet productivity goals.
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
- Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
- Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures and unavoidable delays.
- Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
- Utilized lean practices to balance workflow and alleviate redundancy.
- Reduced obstacles and variables to maintain production performance and meet deadlines.
- Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment performance, reviewing materials supplies and organizing manpower.
- Boosted production throughput and quality by revamping procedures and monitoring strategies.
- Orchestrated tactical operations relating to maintenance, staffing, supply chain, and scheduling challenges in addition to strategic initiatives for the development of employees to complete 100% of demand plans.
- Empowered over 150 direct reports to increase production output per worker by 45%, all in a union plant environment during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Led level 2 meetings, PDCA meetings and production meetings.
- Mentored CI lead and maintenance lead to identify improvements and apply problem solving techniques.
- Assisted in implementation of QRMP program
- Provided direction, leadership, development and support to direct reports through empowerment, team work, on-the-job assignments, and continuous improvement projects and initiatives.
- Participated in departmental meetings to share insights from the manufacturing floor, contributing valuable input towards decisionmaking.
Kraft Heinz Management System Team Lead
Oscar Mayer Foods/ Kraft Heinz
Davenport, IA
07.2019 - 11.2020
- Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
- Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
- Continuously checked products for quality assurance according to strict guidelines.
- Prepared detailed reports on updates to project specifications, progress, identified conflicts and team activities.
- Operated material moving equipment to move heavy loads and maintain production levels.
- Minimized resource and time losses by addressing employee or production issue directly and implementing timely solutions.
- Handled troubleshooting tasks and used repair methods to immediately rectify assembly line issues.
- Took on additional job duties during unexpected backlog, resulting in meeting project target date.
PRODUCTION LINE TECHNICIAN
Oscar Mayer/ Kraft Heinz
Davenport, IA
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Troubleshoot various production machines including meat slicer, package forming machine, labeler machine, package sealing machine, code dater, packing machine (Aagard)
- Managed and led the production team members
- Performed all necessary documentation of work performed and any unusual conditions or defective equipments with highest accuracy possible
- Setup, Start-Up, Adjust and Operation of Equipment; Proper Shutdown and Changeover as required by company standards and to minimize downtime
- Communicated with other line technicians on other shifts, as necessary, to ensure coordination of all maintenance efforts on assigned equipment and effectively operate as part of a team
- Conformed to Kraft Heinz's policy and procedures including, but not limited to: Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's), Lock Out/Tag Out, HACCP check points, Kraft Heinz Quality Standards, Fall Protection, Hot Work, OSHA Regulations, and all others
- Solved breakdowns in addition to being proactive with adequate preventative maintenance to avoid machine malfunctions and unnecessary downtimes
- Provided technical support to the maintenance team
- Operated machinery and heavy equipment, such as forklifts, high lifts and mule as needed.
- Operated machinery and heavy equipment, such as forklifts, high lifts and mule as needed.
- Promptly documented and reported all defective equipment and hazardous conditions.
- Inspected equipment and systems to identify issues, immediately reporting problems to repair technicians.
- Suggested and implemented new ideas to improve quality, reduce cost and support production work environment.
KETTLE OPERATOR
Snyders Lance
Hyannis, MA
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Operated and controlled equipment such as kettles, cookers, vats and tanks, and boilers, to cook ingredients or prepare products for further processing
- Set temperature, pressure, and time controls, and start conveyers, machines, or pumps
- Observed gauges, dials, and product characteristics, and adjust controls to maintain appropriate temperature, pressure, and flow of ingredients and performed quality checks throughout the shift.
- Kept operations in compliance with company targets, safety requirements and legal statutes.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Sales Manager
Ritzi Reruns LLC
Davenport, IA
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Prepare sales contracts for orders obtained, and submit orders for processing
- Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
- Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.
- Assisted in product placement and visual merchandising, maintaining attractive and inviting appearance.
- Evaluated inventory and delivery needs and optimized strategies to meet customer demands.
- Effectively sold significant overstock of inventory, reducing overhead and improving cash flow.
- Organized sales paperwork, presented proposals and finalized contracts.
- Managed customer accounts to ensure satisfaction and foster long-term relationships.
- Delivered product presentations to clients, effectively communicating features and benefits.
Education
Associates - Business Administration
Eastern Gateway Community College
Steubenville, OH03-2022
High School Diploma - undefined
QUAD CITIES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
Moline, ILBachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Franklin University
Columbus, OH11-2025
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Computer Literate
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Mathematical skills
- Quality Control
- Assembly line operations
- Training and development
- Analytical and technical abilities
- Conflict Resolution
- Adaptability
- Time management
- Critical and Creative thinking
- Core Competencies
- LICENSES AND
- CERTIFICATIONS
- Certified Fork lift, High lift and Mule operator
- Lean Six Sigma
- Continuous Improvement Projects
- Operational Efficiency
- 5S Methodology
- Lean Methodology
- Kronos Timekeeping
- Production Planning
- Employee Performance Evaluations
- Disciplinary Action
- Cost Control
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Process improvement
- Data analytics
- Manufacturing management experience
Certification
- Certified powered industrial truck certifier (Fork lift, High lift and Mule)
- Certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
- Certified 1st responder
Languages
Nepali
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Professional Working
Timeline
Manufacturing Supervisor
Arconic
07.2022 - Current
KHMS Process Owner
Kraft Heinz
01.2021 - 07.2022
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
Oscar Mayer/Kraft Heinz
11.2020 - 11.2021
Kraft Heinz Management System Team Lead
Oscar Mayer Foods/ Kraft Heinz
07.2019 - 11.2020
PRODUCTION LINE TECHNICIAN
Oscar Mayer/ Kraft Heinz
07.2018 - 07.2019
KETTLE OPERATOR
Snyders Lance
01.2018 - 05.2018
Sales Manager
Ritzi Reruns LLC
01.2017 - 01.2018
Associates - Business Administration
Eastern Gateway Community College
High School Diploma - undefined
QUAD CITIES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Franklin University