Résumé of Qualifications
STRENGTHS
Self-assured, resourceful, supportive, loyal.
Effective leader, motivator, problem-solver.
Quick to learn new skills and meet new challenges.
Quality-minded, positive attitude, strong work ethic.
EDUCATION
LEAR CORPORATION
Dale Carnage
Certified in First Aid including Blood Born Pathogens
Lock Out Training
Six Sigma Training
LACKS ENTERPRISES
Numerous Seminars & Courses in Management and Employee Issues
Root Cause Analysis
QS-9000 [Familiar with SGS Audits]
GROWTH THROUGH PEOPLE
Effective Personal Leadership
Effective Personal Productivity
GRAND RAPIDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Basic SPC
Intermediate SPC
CRESTON HIGH SCHOOL, Graduate
General Curriculum
Metal Work Shop
Mechanical Drafting
Blueprint Reading
KENT SKILL CENTER
Building Maintenance Curriculum
REFERENCES
Available upon request
EXPERIENCE
MAGNA MIRRORS, Lowell, MI 2012-2015 Supervisor
Provide hands-on management of the production team and accountable for results for 15 assembly lines, 5 sub-areas, and a service pack area. Supervise a team of 74 to build major automobile manufacture’s mirrors, including GM, Toyota, Ford, and Chrysler. Direct the team to produce quality products that meet the customer requirements, while sustaining a safe and organized work environment. Sustain a level of standardized work and ensure company policies are in place and followed. Serve as a facilitator to team in areas of problem solving, issue resolution, continuous improvement and training.
MAD MIKE’S COLLECTABLES, LLC ALTO, MI 2006 – 2012
Entrepreneur / Operator
Providing sports collectors a stock of a variety of memorabilia relating to teams and players. Using E-Bay to advertise merchandise, auction, ship, and provide customer service to buyers. With an understanding of the collectables business and perceived value, price pointing items for sale while managing the return of investment on stock items. Using a third party biller to bill, collect and ship items world-wide. Maintain 100% customer feedback.
HYDRO AUTOMOTIVE STRUCTURE, Holland, MI 2005-2006
Supervisor
Ensured the efficient operation of the Assembly Facility for this manufacturer of automotive parts. Supervised from 30 to 40 employees, at a time, including 6 skilled-trade workers. Coordinated preventative maintenance. Worked with Materials Department in scheduling product lines, to meet shipment schedule quotas. Scheduled, evaluated and motivated employees. Built relationships with the union to achieve efficiencies within assigned areas. Worked with 4 product lines within the facilities. Organized work areas for employees to work more efficiently. Held daily motivational sessions with subordinates. Inputted data inventories daily to ensure proper supplying is maintained. Familiar with 5-S’s and 5-Y’s with a through understanding of root cause analysis.
LEAR CORPORATION, Grand Rapids, MI 1998-2005
Supervisor
Ensured the efficient operation of the Assembly Facility for this manufacturer of automotive parts. Supervised from 60 to 100 employees, at a time, including 6-15 skilled-trade workers. Coordinated preventative maintenance. Worked with Materials Department in scheduling product lines, to meet shipment schedule quotas. Scheduled, evaluated and motivated employees. Built relationships with the union to achieve efficiencies within assigned areas. Worked with 14 out 15 product lines within the facilities. Purposefully assigned to problem areas and with each area move tangible improvements were made in employee morale and quality output. Held daily motivational sessions with subordinates. Inputted data inventories daily to ensure proper supplying is maintained.
LACKS ENTERPRISES, Kentwood, MI, 1988-1998
Supervisor
Ensured the efficient operation of the Paint and Assembly Facility for this manufacturer of automotive parts. Supervised 7 robots, 11 hand booths, 14 rack and pack stations and 2 assemblies for a total of 40-45 employees. Worked with IC Coordinators in scheduling the plant to meet customer’s demands. Assisted in the hiring of Coordinators. Encouraged employee input regarding improvements and maintained high morale. Compiled and verified payroll on an internal computer system. Also responsible for plant safety and other supportive duties.
Began employment in 1988 as a Process Technician then rapidly promoted to supervisory role.