Machine Operator Staff

Location:

Plainfield, IL

Posted:

March 15, 2021

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Joseph Lange

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Joliet, IL ***35

T: 815-***-****

E: ********@*****.***

PERSONAL SUMMARY

A highly experienced Production Superintendent, who enjoys working on solving production problems, mechanical items, and leading people. I have over Eight years’ experience of supervising staff in a manufacturing and assembly plant. I have all the skills that you are looking for in an applicant, namely; extensive knowledge of plant equipment, a strong mechanical aptitude and being able to ensure that all equipment is maintained and running properly. As a true all-rounder, I can direct work activities, schedule employees and write up all necessary documentation. I possess the required level of enthusiasm and energy to recommend improvements to those production methods which can positively impact upon every area of a business. At this precise moment in time I would very much like to continue my career with West Liberty Foods that has a diverse and supportive environment which encourages staff to learn from other talented professionals.

CAREER HISTORY

Nov 2014 –2020 WLF (West Liberty Foods) – Production superintendent

Responsible for over seeing daily production in 5 rooms

KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

Professional

Manage Team members on a daily basis to follow GMP’S

Manage Kronos and Ultipro

Manage inventory to insure the FIFO philosophy

Manage safety training and scheduling

Have a great rapport with all team members equally

Taking ownership of my lines and making improvements were see fit

Training team members and leads in day to day jobs

Developing a one team mentality on the second shift

Nov. 2014 – Jan 2016 WLF (West Liberty Foods) - Production Line Lead

Responsible for leading 18 subordinates in a production facility and for ensuring that all material produced meets customer requirements.

KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

Professional

Played a vital role in the conception to implementation of the following ParFry products: DQ, LJS, and Cracker Barrel

Improving Standard Operating Procedures.

Worked with team to implement 5S in the ParFry room

Decreased #2 LJS product by 50% through a Kaizen project (team involvement/training, experiments, and data collection)

Increased throughput 100% for LJS and DQ

Knowledge of factory and food grade safety requirements.

People management and development.

Ability to read, comprehend, and compose complex instructions, policies, procedures and correspondence.

Providing leadership to plant staff.

Knowledgeable in business and financial acumen.

Personal

Willing to take responsibility.

Treating junior and senior members of staff with respect.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Inventory management practices

Process improvement

Production control

Machine Operator

Duties:

Managing and improving production processes to enhance product quality and maximize efficiency

Identifying problems or bottlenecks in the production processes

Directly supervising hourly production

Lead 18 employees on the production line

Assist with tracking staff absenteeism and time-keeping

Ensuring the safest working environment possible for staff

Planning, assigning, and directing production work

Appraising staff performance

Periodically carrying out office work

Addressing employee complaints and resolving any problems

Actively working to eliminate hazards that may cause injury

Organizing and prioritizing production needs

Carrying out accident investigations

Making sure that products are to the highest food grade and production standards

Creating an environment that is conducive to teamwork

Making sure that paperwork is in place for audits

April 2011 – May 2014 - Quantum Foods – Production Line Lead

Responsible for leading 30+ subordinates in a production facility and for ensuring that all material produced meets customer requirements.

Duties