DWIGHT RAGER

Lawrenceburg, TN ***** 931-***-**** adzhu2@r.postjobfree.com

Team Leader accomplished in streamlining production processes, project planning and training and development. Decisive and effective production team lead skilled in leading cross-functional teams to meet customer demands and deadlines. Manufacturing Team lead successful at exceeding production, quality standards through effective leadership and cross-training. Problem solving and leadership skills. management, organizational development and project planning. Production team lead focused on producing high quality products that exceed customer expectations and help achieve company production and revenue goals. Dynamic Team Leader with experience supervising 4 production lines, overseeing materials inspection, scheduling production and conducting weekly physical inventories. Focused decision maker with demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams in the design, development and launch of leading-edge solutions and processes. Versatile Production team lead knowledgeable about equipment operation, quality standards and safety hazards. Versed in documentation, compliance and scheduling. Streamlines workflow to maintain productivity and proactively addresses challenges to minimize downtime. Strategic and forward-thinking leader with self-motivated and tactical mindset. Excellent relationship-building and critical thinking skills with determined and decisive nature. Experienced production leader knowledgeable about weather proofing practices and regulatory requirements. Directs and motivates employees to accomplish challenging performance and quality objectives. Successful at keeping costs low and employee job satisfaction high while promoting safety and compliance. Highly skilled Team lead with four years of experience supervising, scheduling and directing employees. Resourceful specialist knowledgeable in production of weather proofing materials. Track record of boosting efficiency. Focused on monitoring safety in busy and potentially hazardous environment.

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Quality assurance training

OSHA regulations

Quality inspection

Root cause analysis

Maintaining Clean Work Areas

Team Member Motivation

Lean Six Sigma

Manufacturing Procedures

Training and Development

Inventory Accuracy

Product Specification

Team Management

Manufacturing Team Leader, 09/2019 - Current

GCP Applied Technologies – Mount Pleasant, TN

Overseeing a group of 25 or more employees on.

During my employment I have supervised on second and third shifts. Responsibilities consist of the following: Planned, directed, and coordinated manufacturing processes in an elastomer plant.

Responsibilities included training employees, directing work, assisting with performance appraisals, complaints and resolving problems.

Strived for continuous improvement in worker safety and was dedicated to ensuring that each employee understands and acts in accordance with the company's HSE policies. Worked with high integrity and complies with corporate guidelines on business ethics. Trained and coached 25-35 employees to achieve company goals and standards. PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

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Wrote employee performance reviews and conducted performance review meetings with subordinates.

Investigated and implement ideas for quality improvement, increased productivity and cost reduction.

Investigated and implement ideas for quality improvement, increased productivity and cost reduction.

Managed documentation of and training on production procedures and work instructions Verified that all process control parameters were being documented and followed at all times. Immediately addressed all expired product dispositions. Planned, directed, coordinated and assigned manpower to meet aggressive production schedules. Recommended and executed quality improvements for production and product quality. Defined manufacturing performance standards and reviewed the outcome of performance goals to set future targets.

Addressed all personnel issues promptly and professionally. Drove daily production activities with effective communication and leadership. Directed improvements in safety, product quality, service and cost efficiency. Worked with quality manager to achieve the proper segregation and recycling of all wash and rework.

Determined suitable crewing requirements, scheduled employees and worked with Human Resources to meet changing production schedules.

Met aggressive production and safety goals while minimizing equipment downtime. Escalated safety and quality issues and initiated remedial actions promptly. production quality standards.

Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays.

Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns. Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals. Recorded and reported attendance and hours worked for all area employees Identified problems and implemented effective solutions Reported tool, machinery and equipment issues to maintenance personnel Completed production plans by scheduling and assigning personnel to daily tasks. Identified problems and implemented effective solutions. Communicated job expectations and monitored employees. Maintained proper inventory levels.

Reported tool, machinery and equipment issues to maintenance personnel. Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs. Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs. Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.

Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency. Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality. Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes. Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members. Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity. Staff SGT, 01/2007 - 01/2020

US Army – Nashville, TN

Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others. Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.

Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting. Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.

Police Lieutenant, 05/2004 - 06/2015

City Of Lawrenceburg – Lawrenceburg, TN

Engaged with local individuals and community leaders to discuss crime reduction strategies. Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.

Established and enforced employee performance policies. Educated staff members on proper field procedures to boost public trust in officers and efficiency. Led shift briefings to inform officers of properties to check and individuals of note in local areas. Evaluated case documentation submitted by team members to check accuracy and compliance with department policies aimed at protecting criminal cases. Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property. Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners. Delivered expert courtroom testimony to support 100+ criminal cases. General : 06/1988

Giles County High School - Pulaski, TN

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