William Owens
Jacksonville
Summary
Dynamic Production Supervisor with a proven track record at Win Cup Plastics, excelling in production target management and employee leadership. Achieved on-time shipments by implementing quality control measures and fostering a high-performance culture. Skilled in training and mentoring teams, driving continuous improvement, and enhancing operational efficiency.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
Win Cup Plastics
Jacksonville, FL
11.1988 - Current
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- 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.
- Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment performance, reviewing materials supplies, and organizing manpower.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Achieved on-time shipments goal by empowering employees to continued success.
- Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
- Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Managed team of 35 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Managed team of 35 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Established operational objectives and work plans and delegated assignments to subordinate managers.
- Reviewed documentation such as invoices and shipping paperwork for accuracy and compliance.
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.
- Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
- Kept accurate and detailed records of personnel progress and productivity.
- Conducted performance reviews each quarter, offering praise and recommendations for improvement.
- Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status.
- Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labor, equipment and materials.
- Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
- Collaborated with internal teams to streamline operations across materials handling, production, and shipping.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Interpreted work order information and specifications to plan, schedule and complete jobs precisely.
Retail Sales Associate
Kmart, Sears Holding
Jacksonville, FL
03.1998 - 12.2012
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Greeted customers and provided outstanding customer service.
- Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
- Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
Quantico, VA
07.1983 - 08.1988
- Identified issues, analyzed information, and provided solutions to problems.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
- Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
- Issued access cards to authorized personnel to monitor access points.
- Conducted training sessions for new security personnel to facilitate compliance with security protocols.
- Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Operated handheld metal detector and other surveillance devices to screen individuals entering facility.
- Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
- Recorded observations and occurrences and interviewed witnesses to complete and submit incident report.
- Investigated suspicious activities and persons to maintain security of premises.
- Acted as deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow business to conduct operations in safe environment.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Education
No Degree - Sales And Marketing
Jones Business College
Jacksonville, FLGraduated - Embassy Security
Marine Security Guard School
Quantico, VA12-1985
Graduate Certificate - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
Supply Management And Logistics
Jacksonville, NC12-1983
High School Diploma -
Leon High School
Tallahassee, FL06-1983
Skills
- Production target management
- Audit management
- 6S implementation
- Production targets
- Quality control
- Production planning
- Equipment monitoring
- Manufacturing and distribution
- Line maintenance
- Employee leadership
- Staff management
- Materials management
- Logistics
- Schedule oversight
- Training and mentoring
- Equipment operation
- Process documentation
- Supply chain distribution
- Production management
- Schedule management
- Manufacturing
- Production and processing
- Activity reporting
- Schedule development
Timeline
Retail Sales Associate
Kmart, Sears Holding
03.1998 - 12.2012
Production Supervisor
Win Cup Plastics
11.1988 - Current
Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
07.1983 - 08.1988
No Degree - Sales And Marketing
Jones Business College
Graduated - Embassy Security
Marine Security Guard School
Graduate Certificate - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
Supply Management And Logistics
High School Diploma -
Leon High School