Freelance maintenance/computer repair, caregiver to parent(s), Dekalb, IL

Target Distribution Center (#0588), Phoenix, AZ July 2021 - PresentWarehouse associate in “Pack to Store” (PTS) department which includes use of a Gladiator computer with scanning ring for charging and picking products for shipments to various Target stores. Also worked on security line for shipping “Apple” computer and phone products. Utilized my knowledge to assist newly trained employees to conformity with their speed and quality of charging and packing products for shipment.

Target Distribution Center (#0588), Phoenix, AZ July 2021 - PresentWarehouse associate in “Pack to Store” (PTS) department which includes use of a Gladiator computer with scanning ring for charging and picking products for shipments to various Target stores. Also worked on security line for shipping “Apple” computer and phone products. Utilized my knowledge to assist newly trained employees to conformity with their speed and quality of charging and packing products for shipment.

over 20-30 union employees that produced wire and cable for utility companies and various other industries. Responsibilities included the scheduling of operators and machines to meet all production and quality needs. Other duties included running an annealing furnace and steam chamber for cooking wire. Heavy use of a forklift was required as well. Took weekly steel inventories. Held weekly meetings with operators about scheduling, scrap and safety issues. Was responsible for performing various quality tests along with heavy use of micrometers to check wire size along with tensile and elongation standards to ensure wire was in compliance with FAA standards as well as for utility company standards.

9002 / QS 9000 CertifiedProduction Welding Supervisor over 50-70+ union (UAW) operators that produces automotive seats for Ford, GM, Chrysler, Subaru, BMW, GSA, etc. Responsibilities include the scheduling of operators and machines to meet all production and quality needs in a JIT/Kanban environment. This includes all processes, equipment, employee safety and housekeeping of assigned areas and meeting and/or exceeding all production and quality standards. Promote a positive work environment with employees and encourage input from them to improve working conditions, efficiency and scrap reduction. Audit all production operations for compliance of operational procedures such as machine parameters, quality standards and sensor checks on machines (Poke Yoke) to stay in compliance with ISO 9002 and QS 9000 standards. Verification of correct identification, tagging, counts, weights and warehousing of all products produced in assigned areas. Evaluate, counsel and discipline employees as required. Complete all paperwork required in keeping departmental records such as quantities run, quality sheets, PM's, work orders on all tooling and machines. Other duties as assigned.

Production Supervisor over 50+ operators that produced molded rubber window seals for use in the GMC Trailblazer & Jimmy, and the Oldsmobile Bravada. Responsibilities included the scheduling of all production for the rear door assemblies which included such machinery as Pfaff ROG (rubber on glass) molds, extrusion cutting equipment, Maplan transfer molds, various final inspection gauges to ensure quality of the finished product. Wrote and updated work instructions as required. Intense utilization of manpower and equipment to meet production and scrap goals set forth by scheduling requirements from GM. Evaluated, counseled, and disciplined employees as required to obtain the full potential of employees work efforts. Held bi-monthly meetings with operators to keep them informed on company events, situations arising on the production floor and also let operators voice there concerns and issues as well as take any suggestions to improve overall productivity and/or scrap reduction.

Team Leader over three departments that include an assembly, molding, and packaging of disposable razors on a twelve-hour continuous night shift. Oversee and direct the activities of 20-30 employees that include: a group leader, three maintenance mechanics, a QC person, and numerous operators that work within the various departments listed above performing various tasks. Managed and directed all the production, maintenance, and quality activities of all departments. Intense utilization of manpower and equipment to meet production and scrap goals set forth by the company. Evaluated, counseled, and disciplined employees as required to obtain the full potential of employees work efforts.

9002 Certified Team Leader over three departments that include an assembly, molding, and packaging of disposable razors on a twelve-hour continuous night shift. Oversaw and directed the activities of 20-30 employees that include: a group leader, three maintenance mechanics, a QC person, and numerous operators that work within the various departments listed above performing various tasks. Managed and directed all the production, maintenance, and quality activities of all departments. Intense utilization of manpower and equipment to meet production and scrap goals set forth by the company. Evaluated, counseled, and disciplined employees as required to obtain the full potential of employees work efforts. Moved to a new department as Team Leader over three departments which includes perforation and heat treating of raw steel, blade grinding, and a Prime & Coat department which produced the actual razor blade on a twelve hour rotating day shift. Many of my responsibilities were the same as above although different manufacturing processes are in use. Learned to operate most of equipment. Weekly communication meetings with employees. Use of an MRP system (QAD) for labor reporting, employee time management, monitoring production and scrap, WIP inventories, stock item locating, correct reporting errors, etc.

9002 Certified Supervised a staff of 40-60 employees within the Fusion Department that included one groupleader, two trainers, 11 multicraft technicians, and 30-40 machine operators. Oversaw and directed the production and quality of the Crest Complete toothbrush. This includes the utilization of manpower and machinery requirements to meet production goals. Directed and assigned preventive maintenance tasks to technicians and follow up. Interviewed, hired and trained a results oriented staff of employees. Evaluate, counsel, and discipline employees as required. Organized and coordinated technician teams to improve overall productivity and process reliability on the second shift. Supervised and directed a staff of 45 employees on the third shift within the molding department (Special Projects). This included one group leader, two trainers, two material handlers, eight multi-craft technicians, and 30-35 inspectors. Many of my responsibilities were the same as the above position, except within a different department. After six months as third shift Molding Supervisor, advanced to Fusion Department as second shift Fusion Supervisor whereas I took on more assignments and responsibilities.

Third shift Production Supervisor of 40-50 union employees that included production operators, material handlers, and multi-craft line maintenance mechanics. Oversaw two-three production lines of Christmas gift-wrap. Maintained operation of production machinery and assigned maintenance as needed. Coordinated and controlled the quality of the product up through final packaging. Evaluated, counseled, and disciplined employees as required. Kept time records of employees. Utilized MRP system to requisition materials for the production processes, and for determining line standards.

Maintenance Supervisor of a two-plant set-up operation of all production machinery on the third shift. Supervised and directed the activities of 13 multi-craft union mechanics. Oversaw the maintenance of 60 lift trucks, which included ordering all parts and carrying out work orders for repair and preventive maintenance. Managed the lubrication of all plant machinery that also included ordering and purchasing all lubricants as needed. Responsible for monthly safety meetings, compliance of safety rules, accident investigation, and filling out the appropriate forms as needed. Maintained preventive maintenance records and generated purchase orders. Moved to first shift (4:00 AM-1200 PM), was still in charge of directing the set-up of all production machinery and maintenance of lift trucks, but assumed the responsibilities of ordering all departmental parts as well.