Manager Supervisor
Resume:
JAMES LANIGAN
Roscoe, Illinois 815-***-****
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PROFILE
A goal oriented, dedicated, high-energy professional with over 15 years experience in Production
Management. Recognized for ability to develop systems, processes, and procedures to streamline
operations, increase revenues, and enhance profit performance. Forged strong business relationships
focused on teamwork and service level. Recognized as “go to” person for problems. Enjoy
challenges. Not afraid to pitch in to do what needs to get done. Excellent work ethic. Computer
literate with Microsoft Word & Excel, Mechanical Desktop 3D and AutoCAD.
Core Strengths
Process Improvement Staff Development/Training
Cost Reductions & Profit Growth Flexibility/Adaptability
Problem Identification &Resolution Communication
Multitasking/Prioritizing Leadership/Team Building
Relationship Management Organizational Skills
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
FRANKLIN WIRE & DISPLAY GROUP, Belvidere, Illinois
Pack Line Supervisor (May 2008 – Sept. 2008)
Primary Responsibilities: Maintain a smooth flow of the pack lines by assuring all materials are ready to
go for the next pack also the personal know what and where they will be doing for the next pack.
Work with shipping department to palletize per order as needed. Assemble units doing a quality
check before shipping. Compare work order to packaging send ECO to engineering on any changes
needed. Work with project managers on sample packaging.
Results & Achievements:
Created drawings for each job locating items on the line and detailing the steps each person
needs to perform and position on the line. Improving the speed of line change over’s and
helping material handlers.
Was asked to join the quality team to setup SOP manual for the company, work was still in
process.
BERNER FOODS, INC., Dakota, Illinois
Production Supervisor (2007-2008)
Primary Responsibilities: Manage 40-people on shop floor working on 4 assembly lines. Assign daily
duties for my crew depending on which product we are running. Schedule maintenance as needed
and set lines up for the next product change over. Maintain Records of all ingredients and
temperatures and cook times for FDA. Address Safety and Sanitation issues through out the shop.
Follow GMP’s on production floor. Do reviews on quarterly basis. Work with QC with on any
changes needed to maintain consistent product. Inform incoming shift of status of current jobs and
of any problems that may have occurred.
Achievements:
Class on Thermal Process Control, and Container Closure
CPR and First Aid Certified
VALLEY CUSTOM WOODWORK INC., Belvidere, Illinois
Production Manager (2006 – 2007)
Primary Responsibilities: Over see all plant production and improve product flow. Managed 16-people
on shop floor and 4 in the office. Maintain weekly schedule for work on the floor and track status of
all new and current jobs on monthly schedule. Order all incoming materials. Schedule deliveries and
set up trucking schedule for drivers. Interact with job site supervisors on the phone or at
construction site to solve problems. Work with management team to set up standard practice s for the
company. Complete performance reviews and handled personnel issues. Read and followed
architectural blueprints. Use AutoCAD to do shop drawings when needed.
Results & Achievements:
Created drawing sheets for the office, information is now found in the same format and
location.
Moved all drawing blocks to a central location, engineers now use the exact same
information.
Reduced duplicate paper copies, eliminating file space and speeding up access to old files.
Set up tracking sheet for cross training, results will be on going.
BELVEDERE USA CORPORATION, Belvidere, Illinois
Engineering Supervisor (1983 – 2006)
Primary Responsibilities: Created piece parts for cabinets. Managed 10-person department scheduling
hours, orders and workload. Interacted with vendors and sales personnel. Worked with company
leadership team. Completed performance reviews and handled personnel issues. Cross-trained all
staff. Read and followed architectural blueprints.
Results & Achievements:
Established a visual tracking system for special orders, eliminating misplaced orders.
Set-up department procedures, unifying engineers and drawings, minimizing production set
up.
Initiated computer records, creating a central access point for all documents/drawings and
customer changes, reducing rework.
Reduced department by 20% saving $100,000 + while increasing assemblies.
Developed consistent production procedures for each type of raw material.
Re-instated time study for cost verification following 10-year lapse.
Senior Processor-Checker
Primary Responsibilities: Prioritized and organized department’s weekly schedule. Utilized AutoCAD
2000 and Mechanical Desktop. Generated programs for CNC machinery. Completed cabinet layout
to verify wall and electrical locations. Recommended type of construction to be used. Supported
processors from start to finish of product. Participated with other departments. Oversaw training of
new employees.
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Rock Valley College, Rockford, Illinois
Drafting and Materials Technician Certificate
Certificate of Completion- “Step Up to Leadership” –Dale Canegie
Certificate of Completion- “Lean Tools for the Office” –IMEC
Certificate of Completion- CPR and First Aid
COMMUNITY
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY, Rockford, Illinois
Volunteer (2009 – Present)
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