Production Manager Material Handler

Summary

Hands on professional Manager with a thorough understanding of the various aspects of the production process. Decisive and effective leader skilled in directing cross functional teams to achieve and exceed organization goals including revenue, product quality, labor efficiency, with an emphasis on on-time delivery and associate safety. Well versed individual with more than 25+ years of solid experience in production manufacturing.

Experience

IH Schlezinger, Inc.

Columbus, Ohio 2022-2023

Manager

Maintaining large steel yard

Assigning employees to load and unload cargo from train

Run forklift in steel yard to keep production moving

Navistar

Springfield, Ohio

Manager 2017-2022

Daily reports

Maintain floor activity

Advise of flow and productivity

Train new associates on process JSA

Manage employees to ensure on time deliveries

All other duties can be explained at time of interview

Jefferson Industries Inc.

West Jefferson, Ohio

Production Manager 2006 - 2015

Just-in-Time Tier 1 Supplier for Honda.

Excellent knowledge of the robotic welding process.

Responsible for 200 to 3000 ton transfer and blanket presses.

Verified all process control parameters were documented and followed at all times.

Maintained and communicated daily productivity and shipment reports for all departments

Managed documentation and training on production procedures and work instructions.

Planned and coordinated and assigned manpower to meet aggressive production schedules.

Procured required manufacturing equipment and parts.

Drove daily production activities with effective communication and leadership

Successfully managed production activities so all orders were on time.

Investigated and implemented ideas for quality improvements, increased productivity and cost reduction.

Maintained up-to-date knowledge and information about technology and plant management best practices

Responsible for shipping and receiving just in time inventory.

Second Shift Sr. Manager 2005 - 2006

Swiftly resolved customer complaints preventing company from being dinged with costly points as the need arose.

Responsible for the leadership of 100 associates in the manufacturing of steel dashboards and inner structures of vehicles.

Completed and maintained accurate reports, records and documents.

Continually met aggressive production goals while minimizing equipment downtime.

Routinely recommended and executed production improvements focusing on quality, and reducing costs.

Created a professional rapport with external customers, able to resolve issues and keep the customer happy.

Escalated safety issues and promptly initiated corrective actions.

Always made myself quickly available to those who needed my leadership or counsel.

Second Shift Manager 2003 – 2005

Defined manufacturing performance standards and gauged the outcome of performance goals to set future targets.

Drove daily production activities with effective communication and leadership.

Maintained up-to-date knowledge about technologies and plant management best practices.

Managed welding and shipping departments with 200 weld lines and spot welding to stud and nut welding.

Production Coordinator 1993 -2002

Drove daily production activities to ensure all orders shipped on time

Promoted to production manager as a result of dedication and hard work.

Continually met aggressive production and safety goals while minimizing equipment downtime.

Maintained and completed accurate and organized records, documents and weekly reports.

Supplied service material to several departments with efficiency and accuracy.

Responsible for the leadership of 40 associates.

Worked directly with associates if needed in order to foster good working relationships while getting the job done.

Skills

Strong manufacturing Leadership abilities

High standards for safe & clean working environment

Practice OSHA Standards

Material Handler expertise

Lean Manufacturing

Kiazen Activities

5 Principles for Problem Solving

Education/Certifications

Graduate of Tecumseh High School

Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and ERP.

Successfully competed numerous company Certifications including Safety programs

Frist-aid and CPR Certified

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