William Quade
Center Line
Summary
Adaptable Manager offers many years of experience coordinating operations to achieve organizational goals. Communicative team leader with expertise in strategic planning and inventory management. Committed to driving improvements through innovation and leadership.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MP&L Manager
Detroit Thermal Systems
Romulus
07.2023 - Current
- Led a team of 12 salaried employees and 40 hourly UAW members, ensuring high productivity and excellent customer service.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing feedback and coaching for team development.
- Established and monitored KPIs to evaluate performance and identify areas for improvement.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Monitored budgets and expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality standards.
- Managed inventory levels to meet demand without overstocking, reducing waste.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to achieve company objectives.
- Oversaw daily operations, maintaining efficiency and quality standards.
Lead Production Supervisor
Detroit Thermal Systems
Romulus
05.2021 - 07.2023
- Directed and coordinated production activities to ensure efficient operation of the production process.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly through direct observation or feedback from team members.
- Delegated tasks to multiple employees while maintaining efficient workplace.
- Investigated root causes of defects or delays in order to develop corrective actions plans.
- Planned work shifts according to anticipated workloads; adjusted staffing levels accordingly as needed.
- Identified areas for improvement within the manufacturing process; implemented changes as required.
- Executed and coordinated employee training to meet quality requirements.
- Analyzed scrap rates, yield rates, cycle times, recommending changes as needed for improved efficiency.
Master Production Scheduler
Detroit Thermal Systems
Romulus
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Utilized MRP system to create accurate forecasts of finished goods requirements.
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
- Resolved any discrepancies between forecasted demand versus actual demand by adjusting the master production schedule accordingly.
- Ensured all orders were scheduled on time according to established deadlines.
- Assisted fellow planning staff members with tasks to maintain proper workflows.
- Developed and maintained master production schedule to ensure optimal productivity and customer satisfaction.
- Handled issues that occurred during production phases, quickly remedying equipment malfunctions and staff problems.
Material Planner
Detroit Thermal Systems
Romulus
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Helped manage capacity by identifying potential gaps and escalating solutions to meet customer demand.
- Managed movement of materials and product through production.
- Resolved issues related to supply chain disruptions or delays in order fulfillment processes.
- Forecasted future demand based on historical data analysis and market trends.
- Collaborated with other departments regarding material availability and usage.
- Investigated discrepancies between actual inventories and records in system database.
- Traced missing material and shipments through vendor and customer communications.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Supply Chain Management
Schoolcraft College
Livonia, MISkills
- Inventory management
- Supply chain coordination
- Material requirements planning
- Customer service
- Project management
- Data analysis
- Staff development
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Budget control
- Risk management
Certification
- AIAG Effective Problem Solving Overview
- AIAG HTS Harmonized Tariff Schedule Overview
- AIAG Global MMOG/LE Implementation Training
- MMTC 8-D Problem Solving
- MMTC Blueprint Reading
- IGNITE 2021 Practical Leadership Development Training
- Gallagher Drug and Alcohol Awareness Training for Managers
- Gallagher Manager 101 Training
- MichBusiness The Leadership Challenge
- Ford MP&L and Delivery Rating Training for Production and Service-Classroom
- Ford SUPER-G for Ford Production and Service Suppliers
Timeline
MP&L Manager
Detroit Thermal Systems
07.2023 - Current
Lead Production Supervisor
Detroit Thermal Systems
05.2021 - 07.2023
Master Production Scheduler
Detroit Thermal Systems
08.2019 - 05.2021
Material Planner
Detroit Thermal Systems
08.2017 - 08.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Supply Chain Management
Schoolcraft College
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