Wade Cordts

Production Supervisor

Tri-Steel

Grand Forks, ND

07.2010 - 08.2020

Read and interpreted work order specifications and information to plan, schedule and carry out jobs effectively.
Delegated tasks to multiple employees while maintaining efficient workplace.
Analyzed production data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
Reviewed job specifications to properly set up machines.
Developed and implemented significant process improvements to enhance department quality and throughput.
Issued work orders for repairs to plan maintenance of equipment, machinery and vehicles.
Oversaw continuous improvement initiatives in lean environment to drive gains in quality, flow and output.
Conducted performance reviews to identify and rectify areas for skill improvement.
Developed and implemented production schedules to ensure timely completion of projects.
Monitored inventory levels and ordered materials as needed to maintain production operations.
Ensured safety regulations were followed by all personnel in the production area.
Trained new staff on production processes and procedures.
Supervised a team of 20+ employees, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently and accurately.
Conducted regular performance reviews for each employee to identify areas for improvement.
Planned and developed new operation processes to innovate and stay competitive.
Ordered equipment parts and repair services during equipment breakdown to avoid further delays.
Set up and adjusted machines and equipment to produce pre-determined results.
Directed and coordinated production activities, encouraging employees to meet specifications.
Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion.
Enforced company policies, answered coworkers' questions and trained new personnel.
Researched issues and negotiated with vendors and suppliers to improve processes and reduce unnecessary costs.
Provided input for performance reviews and identified areas for additional improvement.
Monitored manufacturing variances to achieve quality improvement while resolving product process and equipment problems.
Set up, adjusted and maintained machines to operate at peak levels and meet challenging demands.
Maintained top-notch quality control standards and eliminated downtime to maximize revenue.
Delegated tasks to employees and monitored accurate and timely completion of tasks to meet project milestones.
Planned production operations while establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing processes.
Supported safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on use of control points, equipment and resources.
Monitored equipment, checked supplies and coordinated manpower to meet expected demand.