Daniel L. Risch
Berwyn, Il *****
*******@******.***
Education/Training [ 1987-1991 ] Kent State University Kent, OH
Business Management Technologies
Accounting, College Algebra, Sociology, Psychology, Micro & Macro Economics
Other General Studies
Training:
Management Training - AMA
People Skills - Abe Wagner and Associates
ISO/QS/TS - Kent State University
Plastic Fundamentals -- Lowell University at UMASS
Advanced Extrusion - Lowell University at UMASS
SPC
Taguchi and DOE
Lean Manufacturing
Interests and activities Microsoft Executive Circle
People Skills and Motivational tapes
Work experience
FIC America
11/2016-2/5/17
Shift Supervisor
Supervise shift of 55+ employees in the welding and assembly operations of automotive products.
Perform Manufacturing using Lean Manufacturing principles
Evaluate performance of employees and coach them toward improvements.
Report daily, weekly and monthly shift performance.
10/07 – 11/16
HPI, Chicago Il
Production Supervisor
Supervise shift of 60+ employees in the Injection Molding operation.
Direct to retail markets.
Perform Manufacturing using Lean Manufacturing principles
Evaluate performance of employees and coach them toward improvements.
Lead teams in Quality and Productivity improvements.
Report daily, weekly and monthly shift performance.
06/06 - 05/07
Caterpillar, Aurora, IL
Production Supervisor
Supervise shift of 45+ employees in the preparation and painting of large equipment.
Evaluate performance of employees and coach them toward improvements.
Lead teams in Quality and Productivity improvements.
Report daily, weekly and monthly shift performance.
1981 - 2005
OEM/Miller - Holm Industries, Aurora, OH
Operations Manager
Set company goals and objectives to maintain efficient and profitable operations.
Work closely with all department managers to discuss ideas and improvement plans
to meet company goals and expectations.
Oversee activities of all departments including (but not limited to) Accounting,
Office Management, Human Resources, Manufacturing, Maintenance, Shipping and
Receiving, Purchasing, Engineering, etc.
Submit weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports to Directors.
Prepare budgets for upcoming years.
Production Manager
Responsible for Quality, Productivity, and Profitability, of all manufacturing in
the Plant.
Structure includes 23 extrusion lines, 15 injection presses, and over 25 assembly
operations.
Staffing consists of over 120 employees.
Set directives and goals with Supervisors to meet objectives set forth by the
management team.
Responsible for upkeep, improvement, and design of equipment.
Train and oversee scheduling department.
Work closely with Maintenance, Engineering, and other support areas to maintain
efficient operation.
Control inventory of raw materials, packaging supplies, and staffing to meet Lean
Manufacturing controls.
Maintain knowledge of state of the art design and manufacturing practices to
ensure continued improvements.
Implement new materials and manufacturing practices to continue low cost
productivity.
Shift Supervisor
Supervise and coach 30+ employees to meet and exceed goals, objectives and
expectations.
Meet planned schedules to maintain efficient operations.
Train new and experienced operators on extrusion and injection molding equipment.
Perform quality inspections according to printed specifications.
Monitor final disposition of all product.
Perform quarterly evaluations on all subordinates.
Train and recommend subordinates for advancements.
References References available upon request