Tommy Atkins

Production Supervisor

** ******* *****, *******, ******** - Saginaw, MI 48602

acebq2@r.postjobfree.com - (H) 989-***-**** (C) 989-***-****

Professional with Bachelors in Business Administration with 15 years experience working in

manufacturing non - union and union environments. Seeking a shift leader or production manager position to

utilize my knowledge and skills.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Operations Supervisor

Federal Mogul - Sparta, MI - 2014 to Present

Directly supervise and coordinates actives associated with the production of cast iron piston rings and shims.

Ensures that personnel are trained and instructed in proper paper work procedures, quality standards and

other necessary instruction to develop capable orders.

Disciplines department personnel as needed, administers union contract, enforces company policies and

handles oral and written grievances.

Obtain maximum efficient use of manpower and equipment while meeting plant requirements and delivery

schedules.

Continuously reviews and updates the production data, routing documents, work instructions and qualification

forms.

Works closely with engineering and maintenance on new installation and changes to present equipment.

Schedules and work weekend overtime as needed to meet customer demand.

Group Leader (Contract Employee Populus Group)

GENERAL MOTORS - Flint, MI - March 2013 to March 2014

Plans, coordinates manufacturing operation and quality activities

Monitor performance to meet production efficiency and quality goals

Complies with terms of local and national labor agreement

Implements safety and good housekeeping standards

Frequent contact with other outside the work group

Facilitate problem - solving teams for root causes and corrective action

Provide leadership, direction, training and coaching to the manufacturing team

Manage all aspects of operations to promote a safe working environment

CONTRACT SUPERVISOR on Assignment

NEXTEER CORPORATION - Saginaw, MI - September 2010 to September 2012

Assembly line supervisor

Engage direct reports in 5s; pull systems, work teams and structured problem solving

Formulate efficient manning level to meet or exceed production plan

Lead and participate in teamwork shop to improve process

Complete monthly safety walks and safety talks

Work with UAW Representatives to resolve hourly employees concerns and grievances at the floor level and

make recommendations

Meet daily with customer contact to meet on time deliveries

Front line supervisor

EATON CORPORATION - December 2007 to September 2010

Van Wert, Ohio

Lead problem solving and scrap reduction teams

Plan activities of all assigned employees to meet or exceed department safety, quality,

delivery and cost goals

Provide coaching, motivation and counseling to employees to encourage optimum

performance and continue skill development

Implement and support a zero safety incident work culture

Maintain all departmental schedules for vacations, overtime and related schedules

Complete performance reviews on time with assigned personnel on an annual basis

Production / Maintenance Supervisor

Eaton Corporation - Saginaw, MI - June 1994 to December 2007

Responsibilities

Supervise 25 machine operators and 8 skill trade employees on 2nd shift

Monitor performance to meet production schedule and quality goals

Manage the Maximo maintenance data base to record down equipment for maintenance trades

Order machine part for repair and report down equipment to staff on end of shift report

Work with union to resolve floor level grievances and safety concerns

Perform monthly layered audits in department to ensure process are being followed

EDUCATION

Bachelors in Business Administration

NORTHWOOD UNIVERSITY - Saginaw, MI

2007

Associates in General Studies

DELTA COLLEGE - Saginaw, MI

2001

SKILLS

Profound in Microsoft office ( Word, Excel, Powerpoint )

MILITARY SERVICE

Service Country: United States

Branch: US Army

Rank: E-4

June 1980 to June 1983

Maintenance clerk / Supply Clerk

Commendations:

Honorable Discharge Overseas Ribbon

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Additional titles

General Supervisor Genesee Packaging - Flint MI

1987-1994

Machine operator Eaton Corporation - Saginaw

1994 -2000

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