James A. Brannon

Portland Oregon, *****

adwbz3@r.postjobfree.com

503-***-****

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication • Computer skills

• Advanced problem-solving skills • Leadership/management experience

• Ability to quickly build rapport with others • Exceptional time management

• Safety awareness • Project planning

Work Experience

Mondelez International – Portland, Oregon May 2017 – August 2021 Production Team Lead

Direct activities of hourly staff and encourage team collaboration across the organization. Input, maintain, and manage SAP data in accordance with predetermined requirements. Participate in structured STAR interviews as production needs require. Assist with the implementation and practice of Lean concepts, TPM, Six Sigma, Integrated Lean, and 6S. Work in partnership with other team leaders, managers, and FOF teams to ensure that safety/production goals are met. Empower, train, and provide guidance to hourly associates to reach peak performance and production. Kelly Services (Mondelez International) – Portland, Oregon July 2016 – May 2017 Production Team Lead

Direct activities of hourly staff and encourage team collaboration across the organization. Input, maintain, and manage SAP data in accordance with predetermined requirements. Participate in structured STAR interviews as production needs require. Assist with the implementation and practice of Lean concepts, TPM, Six Sigma, Integrated Lean, and 6S. Work in partnership with other team leaders, managers, and FOF teams to ensure that safety/production goals are met. Empower, train, and provide guidance to hourly associates to reach peak performance and production. ESCO Corp. - Portland, Oregon

Hot Metal Overhead Cab Crane (Bridge Crane) Operator November 2010 – May 2015 Operates traveling crane to lift move and position loads such as machinery, equipment, products, and hot metal. Uses hoisting attachments such as hook, sling, electromagnet, and bucket. Observe load hookup and determine the safety of the load prior to transporting loads.

Mold/Core Maker (cross-trained) July 2012 – July 2013 Ran various machinery including single-core rollover, multiple-core rollover, and double-arm Chickapee’s. Cleaned and smoothed molds, cores, and core boxes and repaired surface imperfections. Moved and positioned workpieces such as mold sections, patterns, and bottom boards using manual lift or cranes. Hot Metal Pourer/Ladlelman (cross-trained) May 2010 – July 2013 Poured hot metal into molds to form castings in compliance with company specifications. Cleaned and maintained 10,000 lb. hot metal ladle. Deliver hot metal from 10,000 lb. ladle to 300 lb. ladle in compliance with all company and safety requirements and standards.

Boydstun Metal Works - Portland, Oregon

Truck-shop Superintendent January 2006 – July 2008 Effectively utilized company resources (manning, machinery, material) to consistently produce top-quality products on time and under budget while accurately accounting daily progress. Prepared and presented performance reviews for 40-47 truck-shop employees. Completed disciplinary forms and actions, performed quality control audits of all outgoing units prepared truck-shop schedules, interviewed/hired, and terminated employees instructed welding training, conducted daily safety meetings, weld tests of new applicants, new employee orientations, responsible for inventory control, and conduct customer satisfaction calls and meetings. Truck-shop Fabrication Supervisor February 2003 – January 2006 Conducted quality and safety audits of welders and crew, prepared, and provided input on performance reviews, tracked individual productivity, recommended disciplinary action, participated in supervisor training meetings, and attended Toyota Production (Lean Thinking) meetings, drove a forklift. Welder/Fabricator July 2002 – February 2003

Blueprint reading, Mig welding using .045 hardwire, all welds had to comply within a 1/16” tolerance, required to use various hand and air tools, backfill for other positions as needed. Education/Special Skills/Certification

Diploma – US Grant High School (1989) 5, 10. and 15 Ton Remote Crane Certification Mig Welding Certification Management Training

18, 20, 30, and 60 Ton Overhead Hot Metal Human Resources (STAR interview, performance evaluation, Cab Operated Crane Certification disciplinary, and termination) Forklift Certification (In-house) SAP Data Entry and Analysis Kronos Data Entry and Analysis National Career Readiness Certification (Silver) IL6S Training TPS Lean Thinking Certification