Supply Chain Supervisor

ROBERT L. CHAMBERS

847-***-**** ********@*****.*** Algonquin, IL 60102

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Results-driven operations and supply chain leader with a track record of building high-performing teams that exceed safety, service, quality, and cost goals. Expertise in Lean manufacturing (Kanban, 6S, Six Sigma, Kaizen) and continuous improvement. Skilled in packaging automation, assembly, injection molding, Blow-Fill-Seal, and metal fabrication. Deep experience managing operations and ISO Class 4 cleanrooms with proven ability to navigate complex regulations (AGA, FDA/GMP, ISO 9002, TS 16949, ISO 13485) to drive operational excellence and customer satisfaction. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Sunstar Americas Inc – Schaumburg, IL August 2023 – October 2024 Senior Assistant Manager Molding & Packaging

Directed third shift molding operations across 52 presses, optimizing staffing to boost efficiency by 15%

Streamlined packaging processes, transitioning from one packer per machine to one packer per three machines

Oversaw daily production of interdental brushes and toothbrush packaging, ensuring quality control standards

Managed shift scheduling, training, and performance monitoring for molding and packaging teams Flex – Buffalo Grove, IL April 2020 – August 2023

Libre Operations Supervisor

Led Libre Assembly operations across the Puck department, managing five lines and 15 staff members

Expanded SMT operations from one to five lines in two years, overseeing hiring, training, and production ramp-up

Coordinated scale-up of Puck assembly lines, establishing efficient workflows and quality standards

Managed two team production leaders and four leads, enhancing team performance, productivity, and retention FXI – West Chicago, IL February 2016 – September 2019 Business Unit Head Retail Mattress

Managed end-to-end supply chain operations, from customer service to distribution, supporting 100% demand growth

Developed and implemented standard work benchmarks, doubling production efficiency from 150 to 300 beds per shift

Coordinated relocation from a 75,000 sq. ft. to a 150,000 sq. ft. facility, scaling capacity for increased demand

Enhanced customer service processes through workflow optimization, improving responsiveness and satisfaction Teleflex – Arlington Heights, IL February 2014 – October 2015 Technical Production Supervisor

Directed cleanroom Blow-Fill-Seal and Adaptor Assembly, ensuring scheduling, quality, and TPM compliance

Served as a backup Plant Superintendent, overseeing facility-wide operations, staffing, and daily production decisions

Led Lean transformation as 6S Champion, significantly improving organization, workflow efficiency, and safety

Implemented One-Piece Flow and Just-in-Time, increasing throughput and reducing in-process inventory by 50% Argon Medical Devices – Wheeling, IL 2011 – 2013

Second Shift Plant Supervisor

Managed second shift wire production, molding, assembly, and packaging, achieving a 125% efficiency target

Implemented visual management and benchmarking tools, reducing Non-Conformance Reports by 20%

Directed shift expansion, scaling the workforce from 30 to 90 operators, including hiring, training, and onboarding

Oversaw plant operations, including safety, production planning, quality, maintenance, and facility management EDUCATION

University of Phoenix November 2012

Bachelor of Science in Business: Concentration in Supply Chain Management and Operations Management TECHNICAL SKILLS

Skills: MS Office Suite, MS Project, MAPICS, JDE, MACPAC, M2M – SAP ERP Systems

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