Mike White
Sr. Production Supervisor / Manager
Leading ? Problem Solving ? Producing
Lean Manufacturing Staff Supervision (up to 21 employees) Total
Quality Management MRP / SAP
Cost Reductions FDA Compliance Knowledge Production
Scheduling JIT / FIFO
Inventory Control OSHA / Safety Training Cross
Functional Teams ISO Systems
Greenbelt Certified in Six Sigma
Certified Forklift Trainer - Trained minimum of 150 people
Leadership Development Training at Piedmont Technical College
Career Achievements
> Reduced department costs by $408,000 by implementing a bundle handling
robot and sheet feeder that automated the finishing process for
medical imaging film at Fuji Photo Film.
> Awarded the Cooper Environmental Award for identifying and
implementing a paint system that decreased waste, increased production
and generated a cost savings of $80,000.
> Spent 3 weeks in Japan training on safety processes, quality control,
and equipment operations for Fuji Photo Film.
> Managed the team that was selected as Department of the Month for
February 2012 by meeting and exceeding quality, safety, attendance,
and delivery goals.
> Achieved perfect record of no lost time incidents and no customer
complaints as Shipping / Receiving Supervisor at Fuji Photo Film.
Professional Experience
Cooper Industries, LLC Greenwood, SC
2006 - Current
As a subsidiary of Cooper Industries plc, Cooper Power Systems is the
leading provider of industrial power generation systems in the world.
Value Stream Manager (2009 - Current)
> Promoted to Value Stream Manager to identify areas of improvement using
Lean Manufacturing processes as well as supervising the Final Test /
Processing department.
. Led a cross-functional team of 8 to analyze issues and create business
cases with recommendations.
. Identified an AFE approved paint system and robot that increased
production, used less paint, and reduced waste.
. Built relationships with suppliers and vendors to gather information
and find solutions.
. Reduced noise levels in the department to under 85 decibels,
eliminating the need for ear protection.
. Presented recommendations to local leadership team and corporate
headquarter executives.
> Reorganized the parts storage area within the Final Test / Processing
department, which enabled a more efficient use of inventory and
maintained cleanliness throughout warehouse.
Production Supervisor (2006 - 2009)
> Selected to start up a new product line, the 3 phase switch, and
supervise a staff of 21.
. Built efficient and productive department within 1 year through the
implementation of SAP inventory control and JIT.
. Created all process systems, including a system to store parts, which
decreased travel time and increased production.
> Participated on the 5 S audit team to annually audit each department.
> Hired team of 21 employees and oversaw performance, rewards, and
discipline.
> Inspected incoming and outgoing parts to approve quality and
communicated regularly with customer service to ensure on time
delivery.
Fuji Photo Film Greenwood, SC
1996 - 2006
Fuji Photo Film Manufacturing plant produced and distributed photo
imaging products globally.
Finishing Supervisor, X Plant (2003 - 2006)
> Promoted to Finishing Supervisor and oversaw the reorganization of the
department. Trained at the Fuji Corporate Headquarters in Japan on
safety, operations, and quality control.
> Created a bundle handling system to automate medical imaging film
cutting by implementing a new process and robot.
. Wrote FDA approved protocols and procedures and trained team on new
system.
. Increased annual savings by $408,000.
> Initiated communication with maintenance engineers to improve quality,
limit downtime, and trouble shoot issues.
> Managed a team of 21 employees: hired team members, designed training
programs, set production goals, created work schedules, and conducted
performance reviews.
. Trained team on minor equipment repairs to prevent work slow-down,
resulting in less calls to maintenance department.
> Maintained perfect record for zero action requests, zero customer
complaints, and zero lost time incidents.
Shipping and Receiving Supervisor, X Plant (2000 - 2004)
> Held both Shipping and Receiving Supervisor and Finishing Supervisor
positions from 2003 - 2004.
> Key player to start up the medical imaging film facility.
. Liaison to Materials Management, Distribution Center, Port Authorities
and Japanese logistics personnel to ensure timely deliveries.
. Established 100% inventory accuracy by creating a storage rack system
for all medical imaging film materials.
. Created standard operating procedures for the department which included
preventative measures.
. Started the Inventory Focus Team and coordinated monthly / yearly
inventory counts and reconciliation.
> Maintained perfect record for zero lost time incidents and zero
customer complaints.
Manufacturing Team Coordinator, Metal parts and Molding, N Plant (1999
- 2000)
> Supervised a team of 8, overseeing daily production, quality, and
departmental records.
> Operated metal stamping and molding machines.
Metal parts and Molding Technician, N Plant (1996 - 1999)
> Produced operating procedures for the start-up facility.
> Operated metal stamping and molding machines.
Education
Newberry College, Newberry, SC
Bachelors of Arts, Physical Education
Activities
Weight Lifting
Tennis
Small Engine Repair
118 Planters Court Greenwood, SC 29649 C: 864-***-****
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Seasoned supervisor with over 10 years of experience turning struggling
production departments into revenue producing divisions. Proactive leader
with strong communication and management skills within the medical /
electrical equipment manufacturing industry.