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Waylon Preston

Kerrville,TX

Summary

Adept at enhancing production efficiency and team performance, I significantly improved product quality and streamlined processes at EKF Diagnostic. Expert in production scheduling and team communication, my leadership ensured timely project completion and a notable increase in operational efficiency, demonstrating a strong commitment to results and team collaboration.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Planner

EKF Diagnostic
12.2007 - 01.2024
  • Developed production schedules according to deadlines for existing orders and sales forecasting.
  • Coordinated material procurement efforts, ensuring on-time availability of components for uninterrupted production cycles.
  • Worked directly with production personnel to resolve production scheduling issues and conflicts.
  • Planned and established production schedules and optimized control levels for diversified manufacturing operations.
  • Developed, released and monitored daily schedules to foster on-time completion of finished products.
  • Presented updated order and production status reports to sales staff and management.

Production Lead

EKF Diagnostic
12.2007 - 01.2024
  • Trained new hires on production procedures, ensuring a quick ramp-up time and consistent performance levels across the team.
  • Managed a team of production workers, ensuring timely completion of tasks and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Maintained safe work areas by keeping pathways and stations free of hazards and excess waste or materials.
  • Improved production efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing effective scheduling techniques.
  • Communicated clear instructions for general operations and product-specific runs to prevent errors and rework.
  • Collaborated with Quality Control teams to address any issues identified during inspections, implementing corrective actions as necessary to prevent reoccurrence.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records, placing orders for raw materials and supplies as needed to avoid stock shortages or delays in production schedules.
  • Increased overall product quality by closely monitoring production processes and providing constructive feedback.
  • Participated in safety training programs to maintain a thorough understanding of best practices, ensuring full compliance within the team.

Education

Business

University of Texas San Antonio
San Antonio, TX

Graduated -

Boerne High School
Boerne, TX
06.2000

Skills

  • Team Communication
  • Team collaborations
  • Scheduling
  • Production Scheduling
  • Production and processing
  • Inventory Maintenance
  • Cost Reduction
  • Raw materials

Shipping and Receiving

Forklift Operator

Production Line

Timeline

Production Planner

EKF Diagnostic
12.2007 - 01.2024

Production Lead

EKF Diagnostic
12.2007 - 01.2024

Business

University of Texas San Antonio

Graduated -

Boerne High School

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