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• Team Leadership: Supervise & lead a team of 20 production workers, driving efficiency & ensuring compliance with production schedules in a dynamic manufacturing environment.• Operational Coordination: Oversee daily production activities, monitor workflows, & implement process improvements to enhance production efficiency & schedule adherence.• Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, parts manufacturing, & maintenance teams to swiftly resolve production issues, meet deadlines, & achieve industry-leading lead times.•Performance Tracking: Analyze & report key performance indicators (KPIs) including production rates, labor efficiency, & on-time shipping metrics to inform strategic decision-making.• Quality Assurance: Maintain rigorous quality control procedures & conduct regular inspections to ensure compliance with industry standards & customer expectations.• Safety Management: Enforce safety protocols & perform regular safety audits to promote a safe working environment.• Talent Development: Conduct interviews, make hiring decisions, & oversee the onboarding & training of new employees to build a skilled workforce.

• Route Planning & Management: Strategically plan, staff, & monitor daily route assignments to optimize efficiency & service delivery.• Operational Coordination: Collaborate with the maintenance team to address daily operational needs, ensuring seamless route execution.• Documentation Auditing: Audit daily route operations documentation using Microsoft Excel to ensure accuracy & compliance.• Time Management: Control driver time & minimize overtime while ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.• Timecard Oversight: Review & code all employee timecards in UKG Workforce to maintain accurate payroll & labor tracking.• Demand Analysis: Monitor weekly demand & volume to identify potential routing improvements & enhance operational efficiency.• Performance Monitoring: Set & track productivity, service, & safety goals for each route & driver to ensure optimal performance.• Customer Engagement: Interface with customers to assess & resolve safety or service-related issues, enhancing customer satisfaction.• Accident Investigation: Conduct thorough root cause investigations for all injuries & incidents to prevent future occurrences.• Recruitment & Training: Interview, hire, & oversee the training of new employees to build a skilled & effective workforce.