Thomas Ruggaber

Supervisor - International Extrusions

Westland, MI 48185

aczima@r.postjobfree.com - 734-***-****

Obtain a professional position within an organization that fosters safety, quality, productivity, and human resource development as cornerstones of their business model. Willing to relocate: Anywhere

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

WORK EXPERIENCE

Supervisor

International Extrusions - Garden City, MI - 2013 to Present Supervise crew in a fast paced extrusion environment. Monitor staff to ensure conformance to safety, quality, and production expectations. Perform maintenance on all machinery and equipment to minimize downtime. Continuously cross train staff to improve overall shift flexibility. Production record holder on 40% of facility machinery.

Die Cast Machine Operator

Halpin - Racine, WI - 2011 to 2013

Operate tilt-pour and CPC die casting equipment in a fast paced and temperate environment. Work on castings and inspect for quality defects

Installer

Statewide Fence - Franksville, WI - 2006 to 2011

Install a multitude of fences and fence components per customer specification. Cabinet Maker

Halpin - Racine, WI - February 2005 to December 2005 Manufacture and assemble high end custom cabinets. Operate a wide variety of power and pneumatic tools in daily operations.

Warehouse Manager

Kansas City, KS - 2004 to 2005

Manage a medium volume home improvement warehouse. Work with vendors to order product for store to better service customers. Service customers through all aspects of sales and installation if required. Clerk

Kilgore Farms - Lansing, KS - 2002 to 2004

Manage office for an angus cattle farm. Track herd movement, maintain inventory, record medical treatments, maintain breeding records, and work cattle during peak movements. Supervisor

Sealright - 1999 to 2001

Desoto, Ks

Supervise a production staff of 35 individuals through all facets of daily operations. Track, monitor, and identify bottlenecks throughout the manufacturing process. Improve daily efficiency and overall manufacturing capability through continuous operator improvement. Develop monthly production report tracking all shifts, machines, and operators to assist in identification of problem areas. Led facility in overall manufacturing by an average of 21 million units per annum. Developed training manuals and programs to assist in operator development and safety. Train users in AS/400 and proper data entry procedures to ensure accurate and efficient production reporting.

Production Expediter

Tetra Pak Hoyer - Pleasant Prairie, WI - 1997 to 1999 Serve as an intermediary between production supervision and production planning to improve overall plant communication and improve the over all On Time and Complete of pending orders. Train operators in machine operation and safety. Work with quality control to ensure the highest quality products are produced. Serve as relief supervisor throughout a 4 shift, 24 hour, 7 day a week rotating schedule. Production Lead

McMillan Electric - Woodville, WI - 1994 to 1996

Manufacture fractional horsepower electric motors. Operate all machinery and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

Lead Line Cook

Ground Round - Racine, WI - 1991 to 1992

Prepare foodstuffs in a fast paced family style restaurant in a safe and sanitary environment. Oversee kitchen operations during peak periods to ensure accurate and efficient order times. Vector Marketing

Survey Taker - Racine, WI - 1987 to 1989

Perform phone surveys on a wide range of consumer products to obtain feedback and opinions on the products effectiveness and rate of consumer satisfaction.

EDUCATION

Bachelor's in Business Administraion

University of Wisconsin-Stout - Menomonie, WI

September 1989 to December 1994

SKILLS

Maintenance (10+ years), Machine Operator (10+ years), Team Building (10+ years), Supervisor (10+ years), Hand Tools (10+ years), Troubleshooting (10+ years), Training & Development (10+ years), Manufacturing (10+ years), Carpentry (10+ years), paper converting (8 years) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Proven leader in professional manufacturing environments. Solid educational foundation combined with exceptional mechanical aptitude provide exceptional production while maintaining a safe and quality driven manufacturing environment.

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