WP Whitney Penrod
Ogden, UT ***** 801-***-**** **********@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL
SUMMARY
I am a skilled Production Manufacturing expert with over a decade of experience. Over the years, I have had several roles including Production Manager, Production Supervisor, and Master Production Scheduler. I have lead teams as large as 90 people. I strive to achieve challenging business objectives. I am a clear and decisive leader, with a detail- oriented mindset. I am proficient in SAP/Oracle and SAGE inventory Systems. I believe in keeping my team safe, healthy and HAPPY. I am always up for the next big challenge, and I am interested in furthering my career.
SKILLS Quality Assurance Standards
Production Line Management
Assembly and Production
Team Leadership
Operations management
Supply Chain Management
Root Cause Analysis
Safety and compliance
Emotional Intelligence
Strong leadership abilities
WORK HISTORY PEOPLE LEADER (PTL) 04/2022 to CURRENT GE HealthCare Salt Lake City, UT
Managed a production line making high quality health Imaging Equipment to assist Health Care providers in Surgery.
Reduced process gaps while supervising employees to achieve optimal productivity.
Improved team morale by resolving various inquiries on new hire initiatives and employee workforce matters.
Recruited top talent to maximize profitability.
Doubled output with Kaizen implementation.
PRODUCTION MANAGER 10/2021 to 03/2022
Leggett And Platt Ogden, Utah
Oversaw Production Bed line, and personnel . Managed Warehouse, including shipping and receiving.
Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors. Assessed manufacturing processes and recommended improvements to increase productivity. Helped create Work instructions and JSA for all processes.
Directed manufacturing process and procedures to achieve goal of first run capability.
Conferred with multiple organizations in different states daily, to procure materials and discuss concerns.
Sourced, purchased and scheduled movement of raw materials and finished goods in support of operational needs.
Produced Master Schedule to meet customer demand.
PRODUCTION MANAGER 05/2021 to 08/2021
Alphia Ogden, Utah
Oversaw 6 production lines producing Pet food. Managed personnel, producing Quality product.
Supervised work on bestselling, industry-leading products, such as Kirkland Biscuits for Costco.
Reduced obstacles and variables to maintain production performance and meet deadlines.
AMG SUPERVISOR 01/2021 to 05/2021
Autoliv IBC Brigham City, Utah
Oversaw work of 80+ employees each day, monitoring activities and assigning tasks to cover demands.
Worked with team on 1% improvements, and helped sustain implementations.
Verified employee performance, checking each job and productivity. Retraining or disciplining to correct problems as necessary. Led through change with Global Pandemic, as well as through the world wide shortage of chips for Automobiles.
Well versed in Toyota Production System Problem solving model. Continuous improvement Master.
Gave many presentations to top Managers on specific problems I helped resolved.
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR 01/2020 to 10/2020
CSM Bakery Solutions Ogden, UT
Oversaw 7 production lines, producing Quality Bakery items. Worked Safely and efficiently with my team. Made sure process was followed, and product was delivered on time in full. Addressed personnel issues and held Team members accountable.
SENIOR MASTER PRODUCTION SCHEDULER 07/2019 to 12/2019 CSM Bakery Solutions Tucker, GA
Conferred with managers, sales teams and engineering personnel to revise plans and achieve demanding targets
Aligned production schedules to factor in changing conditions such as materials shortages and changing designs
Addressed internal supply problems head-on and developed creative solutions to prevent delays.
Supported development of automated system for distribution of sales orders and associated data.
Kept track of schedule attainment and working capitol. PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR 09/2018 to 07/2019
CSM Bakery Solutions Atlanta, Georgia
Well versed in 5S, HACCP, RCA and continuous improvement. Proficient in SAP MRP system.
Boosted production throughput and quality by revamping procedures and monitoring output.
Established clear priorities and expectations.
Supervised all production phases, including training and process control. Improved quality processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness. Held employees accountable, and coached them on improvement. PRODUCTION LEAD 01/2009 to 08/2018
CSM Bakery Solutions Ogden, Utah
Worked with managers to implement the company's policies and goals. Lead and interpreted standard operating procedures to complete work in an accurate and efficient manner.
Started up and shut down processing equipment.
Helped achieve company goals by supporting production workers. Helped the company achieve an 90% OEE and maintain. Trained new employees in assembly skills, to improve team production levels.
EDUCATION Associate of Science
Weber State University, Ogden, UT
Bachelor of Science Business Administration And Managment Western Governors University, Salt Lake City, UT
Relevant Coursework Completed: Employment law, Supply chain, Job Force Analysis, Management.
Continuing education in Business Administration and management.