Production Supervisor
Resume:
Unit *D
Winston Salem, NC, 27103
704-***-**** (cell)
***********@****.***
John Perrone
Production Supervisor
Summary of Qualifications
Hands-on, results-driven professional with over 15 years’ experience leading production teams for solid increases in production, consistent quality output, lean manufacturing and company profitability. Reputation for excellent communication with all levels of personnel, ability to multi-task in fast-paced environment, and strong problem-solving skills. Six Sigma Green Belt Certified # ECC221003
Experience
10/24/2023-07/12/2024 Winston Salem Journal Winston- Salem
Printing
Production Supervisor/ Safety Coordinator
Supervise 10-15 Associates
Worked directly with Platemaking, Pressroom, and Mailroom ensuring on time production performance
Communicated instructions to department supervisors and lead operators
Responsible for all newspaper and commercial print jobs produced in the pressroom
Staged paper rolls and made printing plates for print jobs
Worked closely with Mailroom and Platemaking to make certain production and deadlines were met
Accurately prepared nightly production reports per press run daily
Reduced Newsprint waste and Maintained inventory
Operated forklift, clamp truck, and floor jack.
Organized Safety Team
Held Safety Meetings
Coordinated repair of safety observances
Taught employees on safety protocols
10/04/2021-09/05/2023 Kewaunee Scientific Statesville NC
Laboratory Furniture
Production Supervisor
Supervise 25-35 Associates on the Production Floor
Trouble shoot and coach production opportunities and implement plans to improve production output
Prepare daily production reports analyze trends and coach associates
Coordinate associates and schedule work, to improve and maintain production lines
Use hourly control boards to ensure good production flow.
Follow and train associates in 5 S activities
Ensure associates are in compliance with company policy and safety standards
Develop and implement KPIs for continuous improvement
Coach and use disciplinary actions when necessary to enforce safety and behavior compliance
Complete performance evaluations and coach associates with opportunities for improvement
Facilitate Working relationships with other departments.
Verify and complete bi-weekly payroll for associate.
04/2021- 09/2021 Essentra Packaging Greensboro NC
Pharmaceutical Printing and Packaging
Production Supervisor
Manage approximately 35 employees on the production floor
Developed production plans and coordinated staff to fulfill these plans
Ensured employees are in compliance with company policy and safety standards. Coached and used disciplinary actions whenever necessary to enforce compliance
Prepared daily production reports and input improvements and manufacturing data
Recommended Production and Quality Improvements.
09/2016-04/2021 DNP (Dia Nippon Printing) Concord NC
Photo Imaging Media
Group Leader
Achieve daily, weekly, monthly, and annual output targets
Investigate and analyze causes of target frustration. Develop production plans and coordinate, line, and staff to implement these plans.
Coordinate operators, schedule work and needs to ensure uninterrupted operation of production lines.
Manage and improve production machines for operator safety, in coordination with H.R. and the technical department.
Ensure operators are in compliance with company policies and safety standards, as outlined in the employee and safety manuals. Coach and use disciplinary actions whenever necessary to enforce safety and behavior compliance.
Prepare production reports inputting improvements, manufacturing data that include daily outputs and work hours per item – as requested.
Maintain cost control of raw material to sustain and improve product yield and reduce waste.
Recommend and implement productivity improvements and cost reduction plans to achieve the targets.
Train machine operators as needed.
Facilitate working relationships within the company.
08/2015-07/2016 Leggett and Platt Greensboro NC
Bedding Group
Production Supervisor
Supervised the entire third shift. (25 Employees)
Responsible for hiring, training, and directing individuals who perform entry level manufacturing work using lean manufacturing techniques.
Exceeded daily productivity requirements, while maintaining inventory control.
Followed and trained 6S practices to employees.
Learned and educated Total Productive Maintenance practices to employees.
Was a member of the T.P.M. steering committee.
Developed and implemented countermeasures for Continuous Improvement.
Completed performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and coaching sessions.
03/2009- 08/2015 Cintas Greensboro NC
Uniform Company
Production Supervisor
Supervise 30-45 employees on the first shift.
Responsible for the hiring, training, and directing individuals who perform entry level factory work on all shifts using lean manufacturing practices.
Surpassed daily productivity and quality requirements, while sustaining inventory control.
Trained and managed employees on company safety policies, ensuring compliance with OSHA standards and regulations while emphasizing a culture of safety at our location.
Completed performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and coaching sessions.
Purchased inventory on an as needed basis.
Opened and closed the facility on a daily basis.
Operated, trained, and maintained Company standard equipment (washers, dryers, forklifts).
08/2007 –02/2009 Shurtape Technologies LLC Hickory NC
Adhesive Tape Manufacturing Company
Production Supervisor
Supervised and directed the operational activities of a production team of employees in a 24/7 manufacturing facility.
Created a positive work environment while ensuring compliance with all internal/external guidelines for product quality.
Continuously monitored and measured safety, quality, and productivity according to established standards.
Analyzed productivity rates and made recommendations for process/procedure changes to achieve optimum productivity in accordance with lean manufacturing principles.
Investigated and solved technical processes, materials, and equipment issues by initiating corrective action.
Interviewed, hired, and trained plant associates to attain optimal productivity levels and highest quality standards of service and product.
Initiated development of plant associates through various training initiatives and cross trained associates to provide a flexible workforce.
Completed performance evaluations and provided continuous performance feedback.
Maintained a highly motivated workforce by providing timely communication, displaying an attitude of consistency and fairness, and providing recognition for good work ideas.
Improved production efficiency rating from 82 to a 96 percentile.
April 1, 2007- August 1, 2007 Relocated to North Carolina
02/2004 – 04/2007 Arlington Press/Chesapeake Corporation· Lake Success, NY
Pharmaceutical Printing and Packaging Firm
Production Supervisor
Carried out all supervisory responsibilities for labor force of approximately 60 people in accordance with the organization’s policies.
Analyzed productivity rates and made lean manufacturing recommendations to achieve optimal productivity.
Reviewed weekly, monthly and long term forecasts to determine labor requirements and adjusted labor as needed.
Responsible for long and short term scheduling of four printing presses and sixteen folding machines and adjusted schedules as necessary to satisfy customer and company needs.
Controlled purchasing for production department.
Interacted with quality assurance to achieve prescribed quality standards.
Interfaced with customer service to insure a complete and accurate flow of information to and from the customer.
Forecasted material needs and maintained inventory control on a J.I.T. basis.
Hired as Shipping Manager and promoted to Production Supervisor within 6 months.
09/2000 –01/ 2003 Burton Packaging, Maspeth, NY
Cosmetic Printing and Packaging
Distribution Manager
Developed and maintained a system to improve delivery of product to the customer. Improved company’s on-time delivery rate by twenty percent.
Interfaced with production department to assure accurate completion of customers’ orders.
Supervised and trained all departmental employees in company’s protocols and procedures.
Maintained and controlled inventory on a weekly, monthly and yearly basis.
Education
Correction Academy - Middle Village, NY
Successfully completed training courses and received Criminal Justice degree
Grover Cleveland High School - Maspeth, NY
Graduated with honors diploma
Computer Skills
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
AS400
RS6000
SAP
Epicor
Syteline
Activities
Headed a non-profit organization’s fund-raising activities for several years.
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