William Mitchell
Summary
Manufacturing Planner with extensive experience in developing and maintaining production schedules that optimize resource allocation. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify bottlenecks, resulting in streamlined workflows and reduced lead times. Proven track record in implementing procurement strategies that enhance supply chain efficiency and material utilization. Skilled in analyzing capacity constraints and adjusting schedules to maximize operational efficiency while ensuring compliance with quality standards.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2007
2007
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Manufacturing Planner
TREAD Corporation
Roanoke
10.2017 - Current
- Developed and maintained detailed production schedules, optimizing resource allocation to enhance operational efficiency and meet production targets.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify bottlenecks, leading to streamlined workflows and reduced lead times in the manufacturing process.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Developed and implemented optimized laser nesting strategies that significantly improved material utilization and reduced waste.
- Developed and implemented procurement strategies to optimize steel sourcing, resulting in enhanced supply chain efficiency.
- Analyzed capacity constraints and adjusted schedules to maximize operational efficiency and meet production targets.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Developed and maintained release work orders, ensuring efficient workflow and timely delivery of materials to production.
- Conducted regular audits of work orders to ensure compliance with quality standards and enhance process reliability.
- Coordinated with production teams to prioritize rework orders, ensuring timely completion and maintaining project deadlines.
Pultrusion Operator
Tecton
Salem
06.2016 - 10.2017
- Operated pultrusion machinery to manufacture composite materials, ensuring consistent quality and adherence to specifications.
- Monitored production processes, identifying and addressing issues to maintain optimal workflow and minimize downtime.
- Conducted routine maintenance on pultrusion equipment, extending machinery lifespan and reducing repair costs.
Education
Microsoft Project 1 Course
ONLC
02.2026 - 02.2026
Staunton River High
Moneta, VASkills
- Production scheduling
- Resource allocation
- Supply chain optimization
- Capacity analysis
- Production monitoring
- Laser nesting strategy
- Operational efficiency
- Manufacturing production scheduling
- Manufacturing process tracking
- Production planning
- Project management
- Materials planning
- Material requirements planning
- Production schedule review
- Master scheduling
Timeline
Microsoft Project 1 Course
ONLC
02.2026 - 02.2026
Manufacturing Planner
TREAD Corporation
10.2017 - Current
Pultrusion Operator
Tecton
06.2016 - 10.2017
Staunton River High