William Kruse
Sedro-Woolley
Summary
Quality-driven production leader with proven success in organizing workflows and coordinating resources to meet challenging goals. Industrious professional and resourceful problem-solver with persistent approach to tackling operational concerns. Good decision-making and team-building abilities with open and clear communication style.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Manager
Aspen Power Catamarans
Burlington
03.2023 - 04.2026
- Managed daily production schedules to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Coordinated material procurement to ensure uninterrupted production processes.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance productivity within teams.
- Communicated with suppliers to maintain inventory levels effectively.
- Reviewed production orders, schedules, delivery dates, and inventory levels to determine product availability.
- Managed materials to meet production goals and specific customer demands.
- Developed and implemented production schedules to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Team leadership
Operations Manager
Cap Sante Marine
Anacortes
07.2002 - 03.2023
- Managed daily operations for marine service and repair projects.
- Oversaw staff scheduling and assignment of tasks to optimize workflow.
- Implemented safety procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Oversaw inventory management, purchasing, and vendor coordination.
- Built long-term customer and vendor relationships within the marine industry.
- Facilitated communication between departments to streamline project execution.
- Supervised day-to-day workflow of employees in order to maximize productivity and maintain quality standards.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction remains at optimal levels.
Education
Blaine High School
Blaine, WASome College (No Degree) - Gender Studies
Whatcom Community College
Bellingham , WaSkills
- Production scheduling
- Inventory management
- Supply chain coordination
- Process improvement
- Quality assurance
- Parts and service management
- Team leadership
- Forklift operations
Timeline
Production Manager
Aspen Power Catamarans
03.2023 - 04.2026
Operations Manager
Cap Sante Marine
07.2002 - 03.2023
Blaine High School
Some College (No Degree) - Gender Studies
Whatcom Community College