Manufacturing Manager Quality Control

LINTON MACKENZIE. ROBERTS

Perry, GA *****

***********@*****.*** / 478-***-****

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SUMMARY

Experienced leader for a multi-faceted plant and stellar record of ensuring smooth plant operations in all aspects. Effective and dedicated team player with the ability to establish and maintain the highest-level working relationships with management, supervisors and co-workers. Known for placing safety, efficiency and education foremost in all operations to lower operating cost and produce higher returns. Critical thinker and problem solver. Strong interpersonal abilities. Detail-oriented Manufacturing Manager with many years of supervisory experience. Dedicated to leading by example and providing comprehensive team leadership. Well-versed in streamlining processes and cutting costs without sacrificing quality.

SKILLS

Bud to Boss Leadership Training

ISO 9001:2008 Auditor

MSHA and OSHA Certified

Microsoft Office Products

Georgia Certified for Visible Emissions

First Aid & CPR

Six Sigma/Lean Manufacturing

EXPERIENCE

Manufacturing Manager / Nichiha USA - Macon, GA 02/2022 - Current

Planning and organizing production schedules

Assessing project and resource requirements

Estimates and negotiates budgets and timeframes with managers and clients

Ensures health and safety regulations are met

Determines quality control standards

Adjusting employee work schedules and job tasks when needed

Routinely selects, orders and purchases materials

Communicates with maintenance staff to schedule equipment repairs/modifications

Develop and coordinate training programs

Oversees shift supervisors in all production areas.

Organized training sessions for staff members on usage of machinery and equipment safely.

Ensured compliance with local, state, federal regulations related to health and safety matters in the workplace.

Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and components.

Supervised staff members in their daily operations to ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.

Monitored inventory levels and adjusted production schedules accordingly.

Analyzed product specifications and determined the most efficient production methods for various products.

Provided guidance and mentorship to junior members of the manufacturing team.

Monitored inventory levels of raw materials, supplies, finished goods, and tools.

Logistics Operations Leader / Irving Tissue - Macon, GA 01/2021 - 02/2022

Create a safe working environment for employees by putting safety measures in place

Supervise activities of workers to ensure that they are hands-on in order to efficiently satisfy customer needs

Inspect goods to be delivered to ensure they are in the right quantity and quality

Assist in recruiting competent and hardworking workers to carry out daily operations

Ensure that workers adhere to industry standards in dealing with clients

Assign different responsibilities to workers to build various skill sets while promoting ownership growth and accountability

Keep records of all shipping activities, documenting procedures & guidelines

Provide support and guidance to Shift Leads in the day to management of logistics personnel.

Converting Crew Lead / Irving Tissue - Macon, GA 07/2018 - 01/2021

Accomplishes manufacturing results by communicating job expectations and tasks to the team

Monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees

Conflict resolution

Execute production plan by scheduling and assigning personnel

Recognize/establish priorities and monitor progress

Revise schedules, resolve issues, report the results of the process flow on shift production summaries

Maintains safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of all control points, equipment, and resources; maintaining compliance with established policies and procedures

Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Managed inventory levels by ordering supplies when necessary and ensuring accuracy in stocking items.

Performed regular inspections of equipment used by crew members to ensure proper functioning.

Maintained high standards of customer service during peak hours.

Collaborated with senior management on strategic initiatives that would improve productivity.

Assigned work duties, monitored workflow, and evaluated results.

Provided guidance and support to team members in order to ensure successful completion of tasks.

Coordinated with other departments within the organization to ensure efficient operations.

Resolved conflicts between employees while maintaining a positive working environment.

Developed and implemented effective training programs for new hires.

Reviewed reports from supervisors regarding production levels and quality control issues.

Production Manager / Nichiha USA - Macon, GA 12/2016 - 07/2018

Planning and organizing production schedules

Assessing project and resource requirements

Estimates and negotiates budgets and timeframes with managers and clients

Ensures health and safety regulations are met

Determines quality control standards

Adjusting employee work schedules and job tasks when needed

Routinely selects, orders and purchases materials

Communicates with maintenance staff to schedule equipment repairs/modifications

Develop and coordinate training programs

Oversees shift supervisors in all production areas.

Process Improvement Supervisor / Nichiha USA - Macon, GA 03/2016 - 12/2016

Assist production manager with daily production activities

Cover shift supervisor vacations and call outs

Create and implement waste reduction programs

Evaluate downtime reports and communicate with each shift to work on reducing lost production time

Work with contractors and vendors to ensure goods and services are received

Serve as plant safety committee team member

Direct plant cleaning crew on daily housekeeping.

Production Supervisor / CARBO CERAMICS - TOOMSBORO, GA 01/2010 - 02/2016

Responsible for the development and safety of a crew of up to 12 direct reports

Efficiently manage operations to ensure limited production down-time for optimum production and quality

Ensure facility operating parameters and production plans are implemented in a safe, accurate, and precise manor

Consistently met 100% on-time customer shipments and manufacturing specifications

Educate and mentor employees on safe work habits that complement company and federal safety regulations

Direct and prioritize all shift activities at the facility including production, quality control, maintenance, and logistics

Accountable for the efficient, safe, and responsible operation of all plant equipment

Routinely used LO/TO, safe work permits, and pre-work safety talks to ensure safe working conditions

Maintain facility compliance with ISO 9001:2008 standards

Monitor, modify, and document operational parameters to ensure 100% compliance with all EPA and EPD regulations

Conducted weekly safety meetings with direct reports in accordance with the company's safety program

Valued leader of the Safety Committee; performed monthly safety inspections within the plant in accordance with committee guidelines

Conducted employee appraisals & evaluations, giving recommendations for promotion, re-training and termination in some cases

Served as liaison between direct reports and Human Resources along with upper management, when needed.

Attendance and Registration Clerk / DUBLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL - DUBLIN, GA 01/2006 - 01/2010

Assisted new and returning students with class registrations

Maintained accurate records of the daily and yearly attendance for 372 students

Assisted other staff members with monitoring student activities during the school day

Assisted administrative staff with clerical duties and miscellaneous projects as needed

Active member of the school's emergency response team

Mentored and trained young adults as the middle school head golf coach and assistant coach of the high school varsity football team.

Shift Supervisor / MOHAWK COMMERCIAL CARPET - DUBLIN, GA 04/1993 - 01/2006

Managed a team of 30 employees ensuring that all production goals were while holding safety and quality first

Evaluated employee performance, applauding achievements, mentoring and setting a clear performance plan when expectations were not met

Lean Manufacturing facilitator and valued leader of the Plant Safety Steering Committee; analyzed production and quality trends to identify problems then work with management to create efficient solutions to the issues found

Accurately recorded daily raw material inventory levels

Managed the employee training program for 12 years; trained employees in beaming & tufting.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

B.S. in Human Services Management

University of Phoenix

Associate of Arts in IT/Networking

Axia College of University of Phoenix

CERTIFICATIONS

MANUFACTURING SPECIALIST – Heart of Georgia Tech

ENHANCED MANAGEMENT SKILLS TRAINING – Heart of Georgia Tech

GEORGIA WORK READY-Heart of Georgia Testing Site

ACTIVITIES AND HONORS

Avid golfer, photographer and enjoys time with family and friends.

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