JAMES SQUIRES

Irmo, SC • 803-***-**** • ad3pha@r.postjobfree.com

DEDICATED INVENTORY CONTROL SPECIALIST

Quality Control Manager • Production Coordinator • Manufacturing Supervisor • Operations Manager

Efficient Production Oversight • Meticulous Quality Control

Managed Inventory Efficiently • Trained Fork Operators • Ensured Safety Compliance

Veteran • Supervisor of Year • CPR and First Aid • Forklift Train the Trainor

WORK EXPERIENCE

Westfraser July 2023 - present

Manufacturing Production Supervisor

Boosted productivity by revamping processes, thus eliminating bottlenecks for better throughput.

Leveraging usage data, streamlined equipment operation meets cost-reduction targets.

Sustained departmental, plant, and company safety and quality goals.

Georgia pacific; Prosperity, South Carolina July 2021 - July 2023

Production Supervisor

Leveraged usage data and cost-reduction targets for streamlined equipment operation.

Sustained departmental, plant, and company objectives for safety and quality.

Georgia pacific; Fayette, Alabama Feb 2016 - July 2021

Production Supervisor

Prioritized accident prevention with consistent safety leadership; removed hazards promptly while promoting safe behaviors among staff members.

Nurtured team growth by endorsing deserving employees for significant pay raises and preparing associates for increased responsibilities.

Managed staff needs, including accurate scheduling and time tracking for precise payroll.

Logged production activities thoroughly, creating detailed reports for management review.

Empowered staff to independently solve line issues, promoting a problem-solving culture.

Conducted regular inspections of materials and equipment to proactively identify issues.

Maintained and exceeded safety and quality goals across department, plant, and company.

Motivated team to boost performance, consistently surpassing production targets.

Boosted team performance via continuous training strategies implementation.

Ensured smooth line operations through proactive supply need anticipation.

Expedited productivity by innovating processes to eliminate bottlenecks.

; Chapman, Alabama March 2014 - Feb 2016

Production Supervisor

Exceeded safety and quality goals across department, plant, and company via diligent maintenance.

Streamlined staff management through accurate scheduling and time tracking for precise payroll.

Boosted productivity by innovatively streamlining processes to remove bottlenecks.

Metalspan; Byram, Mississippi Aug 2012 - March 2014

Lead Saw Operator

Assessed saw's daily function and performed routine maintenance for optimal performance.

Exceeded production goals through consistent attainment of saw performance and quality.

Verified quality and quantity of raw materials for specific operations upon delivery.

Inspected parts for functionality, quality, and aesthetics using precision tools.

Synthesized nesting program prints with work orders, rectifying errors promptly.

Developed logs for finished production runs and reported trends to supervisor.

Prevented breakdowns by managing feed rates and pressure levels proactively.

Executed precise cuts utilizing expert operation of various types of saws.

; Craigsville, West Virginia Jan 1997 - Aug 2012

Production Supervisor

Upheld stringent adherence to health safety environmental rules in all production operations, fostering a culture of accountability among employees.

Coordinated and directed personnel actions including new hirings, promotions & terminations effectively handling HR tasks within the department.

Fostered teamwork, advocating for pay raises and preparing associates for increased responsibilities.

Advised management on budgeting, production planning & labor strategies using insightful input.

Collaborated with management to coordinate production tasks across shifts and departments.

Assessed production vs. plans, adjusting strategies as necessary to achieve objectives.

Administered personnel needs via precise scheduling and tracking for accurate payroll.

Orchestrated personnel needs through detailed scheduling and precise payroll tracking.

Documented production activities and provided detailed reports for management review.

Boosted job satisfaction and reduced turnover via relevant training programs design.

Addressed non-conformities using enhanced quality control to minimize rework issues.

Conducted routine checks, proactively identifying issues in materials and equipment.

Monitored employee attendance, hours, and performance to maintain team productivity.

Motivated employees consistently leading them towards exceeding production targets.

Promptly addressed hurdles, ensuring high-quality standards throughout the process.

Implemented lean standards via meticulous upkeep and organization of workstations.

Smoothly manage line to meet supply needs, avoiding potential disruptions/delays.

Achieved and maintained department, plant, and company safety and quality goals.

Decreased production errors by coordinating new runs from clear technical plans.

Eradicated order backlog and delays by proactively addressing logistics issues.

Established a safe workspace by removing hazards to prevent accidents.

Achieved profit targets meticulously managing resources & labor hours.

Led improvement activities, adapting to changing production demands.

Enhanced productivity by streamlining processes.

EDUCATION

TECHNOLOGIES

QuickBooks, Adobe Acrobat, Google Docs, Conveyor Systems, Handheld Mobile Computers, Vehicle Mount Computers, Wireless Infrastructure, Scanners, RFID Systems

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