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Bowling Green, Oh, Us

Piketon, Oh, Us

Vienna, Oh, Us

Oversaw all aspects of manufacturing operations, including production scheduling, employee performance, inventory management, quality control, and safety compliance. Responsible for budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation to ensure the plant operated within budget constraints and implemented cost saving measures to improve profitability. Developed and implemented updated safety protocols at this plant, which had previously struggled with passing safety audits, resulting in successful audits within the first month, a safer working environment, reduced waste outputs, and achieved profitability. Implemented lean manufacturing principles to optimize efficiency and reduce waste. Conducted interviews, managed onboarding process, and provided training to new hires and existing employees to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.Developed and implemented a process to repurpose manufacturing byproducts, leading to substantial reductions in waste disposal costs and generating significant additional revenue from secondary product sales.

Pleasant Prairie, Wi, Us

Managed staff performance to ensure operational efficiency and adherence to organizational standards and procedures, including monitoring all dispatching operations such as tracking, routing, and dispatching transportation vehicles. Conducted ongoing safety audits and led regular safety meetings to promote a culture of safety and to ensure adherence of safety regulations. Collaborated with staff and fellow managers to develop and implement operational goals, procedures, and policies. Maintained inspection, fuel, truck transfer, employee activity, and safety logs to monitor performance and ensure regulatory compliance. Developed and facilitated regular employee training sessions covering diverse topics such as quality enhancement, hazardous material management, IT proficiency, and onboarding procedures. Directed investigations to address and resolve shipper or customer grievances, validating claims for accuracy and implementing corrective measures as necessary.Implemented a new inventory management system that significantly reduced stock discrepancies and lowered carrying costs.

Walled Lake, Michigan, Us

Supported the Operations Manager in overseeing day-to-day activities and ensuring operational efficiency. Implemented a color-coded system for resource tools, enhancing safety and efficiency by simplifying tool identification, reducing accident risks, and improving workflow.Orchestrated the planning of production schedules to optimize output and meet production targets. Managed the production team, overseeing recruitment, performance appraisal, training, and disciplinary procedures as necessary. Assigned production task to team members, considering production demands and individual skill sets. Led comprehensive employee training sessions on equipment operations and safety protocols, emphasizing the correct usage of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) to cultivate a culture of proficiency and safety awareness. Cultivated a positive work environment characterized by trust, teamwork, and safety consciousness, enhancing productivity and boosting employee morale.

Collaborated closely with other supervisors to synchronize departmental operations and activities, optimizing production efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Conducted thorough inspections of materials, products, and equipment to identify and rectify defects or malfunctions promptly. Established clear objectives and performance standards, holding employees accountable and providing guidance for achieving organizational goals. Oversaw personnel management tasks including recruitment, training, performance evaluation, and termination, contributing insights into compensation and promotion decisions.

Supervised daily plant operations, prioritizing worker safety and operational excellence. Maintained accurate records of production activities and reported performance metrics to management. Safely operated a forklift to facilitate the movement of materials across department or designated areas. Interpreted specifications, job orders, and company policies and procedures, providing clear guidance to workers.