Production Supervisor
Resume:
RICK D. LEWIS
Murfreesboro, Tennessee 37127
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OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR
Experienced and driven production supervisor with hands-on approach and strong understanding of
industrial operations and production environments. Successful in organizing, establishing, and directing
implementation of corporate policy. Champion for quality, process improvement, waste reduction, utilize
Lean Manufacturing, JIT, and 4M methodologies. Experience leading large production teams in both
union and non-union environments. Career record of meeting or exceeding production goals, safety
objectives, and schedule deadlines. Monitoring steps of the work processes, observing control points and
equipment; implementing cost reductions; initiating and fostering a spirit of cooperation within and
between departments.
Lean Manufacturing Production Process Improvement Quality
Waste Reduction Safety Kaizen ISO Standards
5S Material Handling Training MS Office. Manpower
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
INTERNATIONAL AUTOMOTIVE COMPONENTS, Springfield, TN – Global Automotive manufacturer
of OEM Acoustic flooring, Dash, and Headliner systems for Toyota, GM, Ford, and Chrysler
2014-Present
Production Supervisor II
Currently responsible for multiple work cells, one new launch of propietary Toyota products, and 43
employees both union and non-union. Manage the production floor / Supervisory coverage when
necessary to drive continuous improvement processes. Oversee and facilitate all safety, manpower, and
productivity of my teams, as well as generate all necessary reports, including Safety Incident Reports.
Plant is in process of 5S sequence projects to achieve and maintain a high level of Housekeeping.
Problem solve process flow of work cells using VSM and tracking current waste issues.
TOMLIN AUTOMOTIVE GROUP, Smyrna, TN - Automotive Parts and Sales Dealership
2010-2014
Service / Sales Advisor
Teamed on launch of new operation of automotive salvage operation including new center computer
operation for customer self-service and inventory accountability. Rapidly transferred to sales position due
to ability to communicate and work through the sales process to successful conclusion. Realized
consistent sales success, leading the team to outpace monthly sales goals. Led team to almost $2M in
gross revenues. Personally achieved over $1M in gross sales with a net profit of 40% and 122 units sold.
Customer service advisor with an established record as a top producer.
BRIDGESTONE CORPORATION, LaVergne, TN - Leading global rubber manufacturer
2000-2009
Operations Supervisor
Accountable for operational functions pertaining to production within a unionized employee environment.
Investigated and resolved production related problems, provided support documentation and reports.
Contributed to departmental budgeting, plant policies, SOPS, raw material handling and equipment
layout. Conducted monthly safety meetings to maintain a safe work environment. Led a staff of 43 across
3 departments critical to the manufacturing process. Oversaw equipment, materials and production
methods to maintain consistently high quality standards. Trained staff in operational procedures and
methods.
• Saved $30,000 in manpower costs by consolidating 3 departments into 1, streamlining the
manufacturing process.
• Reduced waste by 15% by developing a waste tracking system to identify problem areas; dropped
costs from $2.85 per pound to $2.35 per pound.
• Increased productivity by 10% using 4M, JIT, and Lean Manufacturing.
• Consistently met monthly and annual production goals at or below budget.
• Volunteered for assignment to spearhead ISO13000 certification by April 2004, completed by
February 2004.
• Recognized for meeting safety, quality, cost and production objectives while simultaneously
maintaining positive relationships with subordinates and peers, to achieve all corporate goals.
LUDLOW MEDICAL TECHNICAL PRODUCTS, DIVISION OF TYCO INTERNATIONAL,
LaVergne, TN - Manufacturer of biomedical technology products
1996-2000
Medical Technical Services Manager
Facilitated implementation of new and existing product changes in a manufacturing environment serving
OEMs. Created engineering procedures and process improvement. Implemented product specifications
and initiated product changes. Worked closely with Quality Assurance department under AAMI, FDA and
GMP standards. Primary point of contact with OEMs on product/artwork changes. Negotiated between
vendors and customers for efficient production and delivery. Managed 3 technicians.
• Streamlined product specifications and production process.
• Significantly improved relations with OEMs to improve customer satisfaction and achieve repeat
business through excellent product management.
Medical Technical Services Supervisor
Meritoriously promoted to Technical Services Manager by making significant contributions to
achievement of ISO 9001 certification. Created product specifications and master records. Coordinated
artwork changes and created bills of material. Maintained master fields, product files, device master
records, and inventory documentation. Culled and transferred all accounts under $10,000 annual sales.
Consolidated divisional resources to focus manufacturing efforts of pre-wired medical devices.
• Teamed on development/implementation of Quality System procedures that achieved ISO 9001
certification.
• Trained 94 floor employees to meet ISO 9001 audit standards.
• Reduced training time by 30% through initiation of department procedure books and training of
lead workers.
• Initially hired as a Senior Quality Technician and promoted based on work performance.
EDUCATION
Trevecca Nazarene University, Nashville TN
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND SKILLS
• Six Sigma Yellow Belt
• AMA Management
• APICS Supply Chain Management
• Lean Manufacturing, 5S,
• OTOS, GENBA, TQM practices
• OSHA Safety Trainer - HAZCOM, LOTO, Confined Space Entry, Hearing Protection, Materials
Handling, Powered Industrial Trucks, PPE, Reporting
• EEOS, Labor Relations and Arbitration
Bachelor of Arts - HR; Management
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