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Chattanooga, Tn, Us

Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States

Manage production plans, as well as Group standard processes.Achieve financial targets: prepare and present the UAP budget; manage the actual production costs based on ideal costs; maintain product margin, and monitor serial productivity.Manage the UAP team: assure appropriate staffing, maintain working environment according to Group Health, Safety & Environment standards, detect and advise training needs, share information and participate in career management initiatives.Serve as… Show more Manage production plans, as well as Group standard processes.Achieve financial targets: prepare and present the UAP budget; manage the actual production costs based on ideal costs; maintain product margin, and monitor serial productivity.Manage the UAP team: assure appropriate staffing, maintain working environment according to Group Health, Safety & Environment standards, detect and advise training needs, share information and participate in career management initiatives.Serve as official plant representative to the customer. Meet established customer specifications concerning cycle time, delivery, quality, quantity and costs.Implement preventative and corrective measures in the production process to assure that customer demands are properly met.Coordinate with the customer's quality team to meet all customer standards. Implement action plans in order to improve functionality/productivity and to obtain program and Group objectives.Make necessary corrective adjustments. Coordinate resource planning with Engineering department concerning stocks, equipment staffing and activities. Maintain dashboard indicators/status reports to monitor lead time, supply-chain targets and health and safety performance. Show less

Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States

Assisted Production Manager in managing all shift supervisors on my shift to Insure delivery to customers and hitting production targets on time.Was responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the Production Department, including adherence to production schedules, effective management of all Production personnel and related activities to ensure that an environment of cooperation and respect was maintained.Oversaw daily activities of the Production Lines on the appropriate shift.… Show more Assisted Production Manager in managing all shift supervisors on my shift to Insure delivery to customers and hitting production targets on time.Was responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the Production Department, including adherence to production schedules, effective management of all Production personnel and related activities to ensure that an environment of cooperation and respect was maintained.Oversaw daily activities of the Production Lines on the appropriate shift. Planned, coordinated and advised department employees of daily tasks.Monitored production, Materials and Maintenance processes to ensure smooth flow. Received and resolved operation problems for all departments.Monitored performance for production department with regards to the company’s policies and procedures. Including but not limited to: Housekeeping, 5S, safety, and prompt break schedules.Ensured productivity, efficiency and quality standards were achieved on a daily basis.Was responsible for enforcing the progressive discipline procedures, including consultation with Human Resources and the Department Manager, completion of required documentation, and disciplinary meetings.Ensured daily pre-shift meetings were attended by me and my staff to discuss safety, productions, and quality related goals.Lead and mentored assigned Team Leaders as well as holding them responsible for fulfilling their duties.Maintained proper records and backup documentation.Communicated to all levels of the organization in regards to safety, morale, efficiency, quality, and discipline.Provided feedback to employees, both positive and negative, on an ongoing basis.Was responsible for review of completed accident/incident reports, and follow-up on corrective actions.Communicated and followed all emergency procedures to department staff. Show less

Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States

Was responsible for the permanent compliance of products in the UAP production line, aligned with the customer requirements, standards and regulations through the Quality system.Was responsible for implementation of the quality tools in accordance with the Forvia Excellence System, 8 Quality Basics.Validated and ensured all quality documents (Standardized Work Instructions) within the UAP were aligned with the customer requirements per the control plan.Ensured the updating of the… Show more Was responsible for the permanent compliance of products in the UAP production line, aligned with the customer requirements, standards and regulations through the Quality system.Was responsible for implementation of the quality tools in accordance with the Forvia Excellence System, 8 Quality Basics.Validated and ensured all quality documents (Standardized Work Instructions) within the UAP were aligned with the customer requirements per the control plan.Ensured the updating of the project serial life control plan and had it validated by the Plant Manager.Trained and coached the Team Members within my perimeter on the quality tools & processes, in accordance with the Forvia Excellence System.Was responsible for Final Inspection and TQW Team Members.Ensured that the Team Members are trained for quality awareness and qualified in term of product and process.Ensured that the parts, without any defects, are delivered to the customer; and for any derogation there was an action plan maintained.Ensured that the quality documentation (UAP Quality Assurance file) was updated, aligned with any Process or Product changes and was communicated to the UAP.Coordinated QRCI method for each internal/external complaint or issue.Contributed to continuous improvement.Implemented GAP quality targets (KPIs), analyzed the results, coordinated QRCI and provided information to the UAP suppliers and Plant Management.Coordinated QRCI according to the Forvia Excellence System for each internal/external issue. Show less

Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States

Assisted Production Manager in managing all shift supervisors on my shift to Insure delivery to customers and hitting production targets on time.Was responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the Production Department, including adherence to production schedules, effective management of all Production personnel and related activities to ensure that an environment of cooperation and respect was maintained.Oversaw daily activities of the Production Lines on the appropriate shift.… Show more Assisted Production Manager in managing all shift supervisors on my shift to Insure delivery to customers and hitting production targets on time.Was responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the Production Department, including adherence to production schedules, effective management of all Production personnel and related activities to ensure that an environment of cooperation and respect was maintained.Oversaw daily activities of the Production Lines on the appropriate shift. Planned, coordinated and advised department employees of daily tasks.Monitored production, Materials and Maintenance processes to ensure smooth flow. Received and resolved operation problems for all departments.Monitored performance for production department with regards to the company’s policies and procedures. Including but not limited to: Housekeeping, 5S, safety, and prompt break schedules.Ensured productivity, efficiency and quality standards were achieved on a daily basis.Was responsible for enforcing the progressive discipline procedures, including consultation with Human Resources and the Department Manager, completion of required documentation, and disciplinary meetings.Ensured daily pre-shift meetings were attended by me and my staff to discuss safety, productions, and quality related goals.Lead and mentored assigned Team Leaders as well as holding them responsible for fulfilling their duties.Maintained proper records and backup documentation.Communicated to all levels of the organization in regards to safety, morale, efficiency, quality, and discipline.Provided feedback to employees, both positive and negative, on an ongoing basis.Was responsible for review of completed accident/incident reports, and follow-up on corrective actions.Communicated and followed all emergency procedures to department staff. Show less

Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States

Was responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the Production Department, including adherence to production schedules, effective management of all Production personnel and related activities to ensure that an environment of cooperation and respect was maintained.Oversaw daily activities of the Production Lines on the appropriate shift. Planned, coordinated and advised department employees of daily tasks.Monitored production, Materials and Maintenance processes to ensure smooth… Show more Was responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the Production Department, including adherence to production schedules, effective management of all Production personnel and related activities to ensure that an environment of cooperation and respect was maintained.Oversaw daily activities of the Production Lines on the appropriate shift. Planned, coordinated and advised department employees of daily tasks.Monitored production, Materials and Maintenance processes to ensure smooth flow. Received and resolved operation problems for all departments.Monitored performance for production department with regards to the company’s policies and procedures. Including but not limited to: Housekeeping, 5S, safety, and prompt break schedules.Ensured productivity, efficiency and quality standards were achieved on a daily basis.Was responsible for enforcing the progressive discipline procedures, including consultation with Human Resources and the Department Manager, completion of required documentation, and disciplinary meetings.Ensured daily pre-shift meetings were attended by me and my staff to discuss safety, productions, and quality related goals.Lead and mentored assigned Team Leaders as well as holding them responsible for fulfilling their duties.Maintained proper records and backup documentation.Communicated to all levels of the organization in regards to safety, morale, efficiency, quality, and discipline.Provided feedback to employees, both positive and negative, on an ongoing basis.Was responsible for review of completed accident/incident reports, and follow-up on corrective actions.Communicated and followed all emergency procedures to department staff. Show less

Chattanooga, Tn, United States

Troubleshot Minor Allen Bradley PLC issues.Was responsible for the assembly, maintenance and modification of all production and facility equipment.Assembled and installed new equipment and machines.Made modifications to existing equipment to reduce downtime and maximize effectiveness.Developed, analyzed and performed preventive/predictive maintenance procedures on all facility equipment.Diagnosed, troubleshot, repaired and improved manufacturing equipment.Provided… Show more Troubleshot Minor Allen Bradley PLC issues.Was responsible for the assembly, maintenance and modification of all production and facility equipment.Assembled and installed new equipment and machines.Made modifications to existing equipment to reduce downtime and maximize effectiveness.Developed, analyzed and performed preventive/predictive maintenance procedures on all facility equipment.Diagnosed, troubleshot, repaired and improved manufacturing equipment.Provided technical support to problem solving activities such as 8D investigations, kaizen projects and product launches.Maintained safety and cleanliness (5S) standards of equipment and work area.Ensured adherence to established quality and housekeeping standards.Responded quickly to items with respect to hazards, defects or non-compliance issues. Show less

Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States

Manufactured automotive seats for customer in a fast paced JIT manufacturer.Worked multiple stations depending on the team’s need to reach target goals.