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Monticello, Arkansas, United States

Productivity• Led an initiative to increase overall weekly production by 20%. Output increased from 27 to 33 boats per week.o Used lean and ergonomic principles to recommend performance increases in each department.o Identified bottlenecks. Conducted extensive multi-department time studies to document and reduce cycle times.• Redeployed workers to better utilize their skills and ultimately decrease lead time.• Projected completion date of special project boats through day by day completion estimates. Quality Improvement• Introduced a series of check sheets that minimized time added to the process. • Designed several spreadsheets for a variety of defect tracking purposes.• Built training manuals supporting standard operating procedures and LOTO (Lock Out Tag Out) Safety Documents.Efficiency• Created databases to make existing spreadsheets easier to use.• Implemented a system to increase communication and accountability between departments.• Reorganized layout and increased storage capacity based on a parts usage assessment.• Developed a parts identification system to reduce time and improve inventory processes.Leadership • Assistant Project Manager of 2019-20 confidential project.o Budget responsibility for all project labor hours and overtime. • Communicated effectively with factory floor workers up through the president.• Led lean projects within the company, with members from a variety of departments.

Orlando, Florida Area

• Established a faster more efficient closing routine that met company and Health Department standards, maintained a high level of customer satisfaction, and saved the company money through labor savings.• Solved problems for guests through use of conflict resolution skills.• Assigned workers to positions maximizing shift productivity.

Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area

• Removed and cleaned up project debris.

Weston, Florida

• Planned and set up daily and weekly activities.• Enhanced communication skills in response to injuries or weather emergencies.