Production Supervisor Quality Assurance

Professional Summary

Results-driven Production Supervisor with extensive experience leading high-performing teams to achieve superior productivity and quality for both internal and external customers. Strong background in Tier 1 automotive manufacturing, with a proven ability to drive operational excellence, ensure compliance with quality standards, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. A motivated leader with a track record of optimizing production efficiency, coaching employees for professional growth, and successfully collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet company objectives.

Core Competencies & Skills

Manufacturing & Production Management – Expertise in overseeing production operations, improving efficiency, and ensuring quality control.

Quality Assurance & Compliance – ISO 9000, QS 9000, and Lean/5S methodology implementation.

Leadership & Team Development – Skilled in mentoring, training, and coaching employees at all levels.

Union & Non-Union Environments – Adept at managing and fostering productive relationships in diverse workforce settings.

Warehouse & Logistics Management – Experienced in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and supply chain coordination.

Technical Proficiency – Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and production-related software systems.

Professional Experience

Plating Technologies (October 2023 – Present)

Production Supervisor

Manage 1st shift production operations, overseeing multiple production lines.

Implement daily startup/toolbox meetings to enhance communication and productivity.

Conduct daily line inspections across eight production lines to ensure compliance with quality standards.

Establish a seal verification process to ensure correct materials are used in production.

Perform final inspections of completed materials and verify paperwork accuracy.

AMSIVE (February 2023 – October 2023)

Production Supervisor – 3rd Shift

Led printing and mailing operations, tracking production efficiency and implementing process improvements.

Scheduled and managed nightly work assignments for production employees.

Ensured compliance with safety and quality standards through nightly checks.

Conducted monthly one-on-one coaching sessions with employees.

Collaborated with process improvement teams to reduce operational costs.

CTDI – Amazon DGL (May 2022 – February 2023)

Inbound Senior Production Supervisor

Managed inbound shipments for Amazon, ensuring efficient warehouse operations.

Trained clerks and supervisors on multiple WMS and freight management systems.

Supervised four production shifts, overseeing safety compliance and process optimization.

Transcendia, Inc. (November 2021 – May 2022)

Production Supervisor

Led a 12-hour shift in plastic extrusion manufacturing, ensuring production targets were met.

Implemented visual communication boards for safety, 5S, and overtime tracking.

Developed and coached employees to enhance skill sets and performance.

Innovative Plastic Molders, Inc. (May 2021 – November 2021)

Production Manager

Managed injection molding and assembly operations across three shifts.

Led Lean implementation to optimize production processes.

Spearheaded inventory control improvements and KPI development for operational tracking.

Staffmark LLC (February 2020 – November 2021)

CPU Production Manager

Oversaw six production lines, improving efficiency by 23% through Lean strategies.

Collaborated with client management to address quality concerns and process enhancements.

Managed recruitment, payroll, and employee training for production teams.

Mahle Corp. (November 2019 – February 2020)

Production Supervisor

Led HVAC vehicle assembly operations, managing over 40 employees.

Improved team communication across quality, engineering, and maintenance teams.

Applied 5-Why problem-solving techniques to enhance productivity and quality.

Parker – Tru-Tec (December 2015 – November 2019)

Operations Production Manager (2016 – 2019)

Managed plant-wide operations across three shifts, reducing labor and overtime costs.

Developed and coached a strong management team to improve operational efficiency.

Strengthened cross-department collaboration for improved scheduling and throughput.

2nd Shift Production Supervisor (2015 – 2016)

Led pre-shift meetings and supervised 40+ employees in heat treatment operations.

Focused on safety improvements and cost reduction initiatives.

Navistar International (March 2014 – November 2015)

Operations Production Supervisor

Oversaw axle assembly operations, improving safety and efficiency.

Established a production metrics tracking system to enhance performance visibility.

Implemented Lean manufacturing techniques to reduce bottlenecks and improve quality.

Thirty-One Gifts, LLC (October 2010 – February 2014)

Operations Supervisor

Supervised manufacturing and warehouse operations across multiple sites.

Spearheaded the transition to a Warehouse Management System (WMS).

Led safety initiatives and served as a forklift training supervisor.

Additional Experience

Roles in production supervision and management at:

Industry Products Company (2005 – 2008)

EFTEC North America (2004 – 2005)

York Manufacturing (2003 – 2004)

American Sunroof Company (ASC) (1993 – 2003)

Education & Certifications

Sinclair Community College – Business Management Coursework (Continuing towards Bachelor's degree through Franklin University)

Certifications & Training:

oLean Manufacturing & 5S Implementation

oISO 9000 & QS 9000 Standards

oForklift Training Supervisor

oHonda 5P Problem-Solving

oSafety & Compliance Training (CPR, Lockout/Tagout, Confined Space Training)

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