Operator Supervisor

Mark. S. Lust

** *** ****** + Middletown, NJ ****8

732-***-**** + *******@*******.***

Production Supervisor

Quality Improvement + Staff Supervision & Development + Cost Control

Process Improvement + Safety + Budgeting

. A dedicated, results-oriented leader with a strong work ethic and more

than 24 years of production experience.

. A hands-on management style; able to direct, motivate, and supervise

personnel to maximize productivity.

. Strong decision-making skills; able to develop innovative solutions to

complex production challenges/problems.

. Able to establish priorities, handle multiple projects simultaneously,

and perform well under pressure.

Professional Experience

Marcal Paper Works, Elmwood Park, N.J.

July 2008-Jan.2009

Converting Supervisor,

. Managed night shift production operation for a high-volume paper maker.

. Supervised and directed activities of 25 employees per shift to ensure

that production objectives were achieved; trained personnel in all aspects

of production operations and safety; interviewed, evaluated new employees;

coordinated and delegated daily work assignments; conducted performance

appraisals.

. Carried out 5S and standard audits.

. Implemented SOP's to save company downtime.

GERDAU AMERISTEEL, Perth Amboy, N.J. June

1982 - Nov. 2006

Originally hired by Raritan Steel; remained with company after mergers with

Co-Steel and Gerdau Ameristeel

Supervisor, Casting Operations, Jan. 2000 - Nov. 2006; Lead Man, Casting

Operations, Jan. 1997 - Jan. 2000

. Managed day-to-day production operations during shift for a high-volume

steel manufacturer.

. Supervised and directed activities of 30 employees per shift to ensure

that production objectives were achieved; trained personnel in all aspects

of production operations and safety; interviewed, evaluated and

recommended new employees; coordinated and delegated daily work

assignments; conducted performance appraisals.

. Participated in daily management meetings to discuss production

challenges and develop recommendations.

. Communicated extensively with vendors to research and evaluate new

products, systems, and technologies.

Major Accomplishments:

. Increased daily shift productivity by 10% over a two-year period through

effective staff leadership.

. Achieved full compliance with all OSHA regulations

. Maintained an exceptionally high employee retention rate by establishing

a team-oriented work environment and ensuring open lines of communication

with all staff members.

. Facilitated Quality Improvement Systems teams; conducted team meetings to

analyze production processes, identify problematic areas, and develop

creative solutions; results included:

> Saved company $425,000 annually by designing a new riser system to

combat problems with break-outs; efforts also resulted in reduced

delays, improved productivity, and increased product quality.

> Saved company $500,000 annually by designing a formula to reduce

metallic losses; restructured production processes, which increased

overall efficiency and maximized use of resources.

Prior Positions: Second Mould Operator, 1987-1997; First Torch Operator,

1986-1987; Second Torch Operator, 1985-1986; Billet Marker, 1984-1985;

Stocker, 1982-1984

Training

. Professional Development - Completed numerous advanced training programs

including Cosigua Gerdau Works Tundish Quick Nozzle Change, Brimacomb

Casting School, and Casting, Heat Treat experience in Batch Furnaces, Draw

Batch Furnaces, Gas Fired Conveyor Ovens, experienced in Air, Oil, and

Water Quenching.

. Certifications - First Responder CPR, Forklift Operator. Overhead Crane

Operator, Gas & Oxygen Torch, Fire Control,

. Lean 101 training, CDL Class A license, some dump truck experience.

. Computer Skills - Proficient in MS Office, KPI, MBO, REC, 5S, Maximo and

Failure Analysis software.

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Personal and professional references are available upon request.

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