Production Supervisor Continuous Improvement

Angie Unrath

Production Supervisor Entry-Level Production Manager

Professional Summary

Results-driven and hands-on Production Supervisor with over 19 years of experience leading manufacturing teams in high-paced environments. Proven ability to drive continuous improvement, optimize production processes, and lead cross-functional teams. Recently completed a Manufacturing Leadership Training Program (June 2025) to further enhance leadership and operational excellence. Seeking to leverage my skills and experience in a Production Supervisor or Entry-Level Production Manager role.

Skills

Leadership & Team Management – Supervised teams of up to 45 employees; developed training matrices and cross-training programs.

Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement – Led 5S and Kaizen events; facilitated 3P and one-piece flow initiatives.

Production Planning & Scheduling – Coordinated daily operations to meet production goals and customer deadlines.

Safety & Compliance – Conducted regular safety audits and enforced OSHA and ISO standards.

Inventory & Materials Management – Improved inventory accuracy through process optimization and milestone tracking.

Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis – Led weekly problem-solving events and implemented corrective actions.

SAP & Visual Management Tools – Utilized SAP OTD, Gemba boards, and visual management systems to drive performance.

Training & Development – Trained staff on 5S, standard work, and operational procedures; supported leadership development.

Professional Experience

Production Supervisor

RegalRexnord Specialty Components – Stearns Division Cudahy, WI

September 2018 – Present

Supervise and support a growing team of 30 employees, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Plan, control, and coordinate the full scope of manufacturing operations to meet production goals and customer deadlines.

Lead 5S and Kaizen events to reduce waste and improve efficiency in Super Mods and assembly areas.

Conduct regular safety audits and ensure compliance with company and OSHA standards.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Gemba board metrics, SAP OTD, and Visual Management tools.

Facilitated a 3P event for Pancake and Quiet Brake lines, reducing footprint and supporting one-piece flow.

Enhanced inventory accuracy by breaking down build processes and aligning labor tracking with inventory milestones.

Developed and maintained a training matrix to support cross-training and skill development across teams.

Completed the Manufacturing Leadership Training Program in June 2025, strengthening leadership, lean manufacturing, and team development skills.

Community Engagement & Leadership

Founded and led the Community Action Team at the Cudahy facility (2021–Present), growing it into a division-wide initiative.

Serve as project manager for all community and volunteer events, delegating responsibilities to team leads.

Raised approximately $10,000 annually for local charities and supported over 1,600 hours of associate volunteer time.

Organized and hosted numerous TAE (Team Appreciation Events) functions to boost morale and engagement.

Executed community-focused initiatives across multiple facilities, collaborating with leadership teams.

Partner closely with the facility manager to plan and manage budgets for community and engagement programs.

Production Supervisor

Rexnord Flat Top Grafton, WI

January 2006 – September 2018

Supervised and managed daily operations for a team of 45 employees across a full manufacturing value stream.

Oversaw Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Productivity (SQDIP) metrics.

Led multiple 5S events, including a major initiative with the materials group that improved time management and reduced waste.

Earned 5S Training Certification and trained plant-wide staff on 5S practices.

Participated in a lean event that optimized a $600/7,000 line by creating a rate and playbook driven by material orders and labor needs.

Utilized Standard Work, SAP OTD, and Visual Management tools to drive performance.

Cell Lead

New Berlin Plastics New Berlin, WI

January 2002 – January 2006

Led a production cell with 12 presses, ensuring smooth operations and quality output.

Set up workstations and trained operators.

Enforced ISO standards and 5S practices.

Acted as backup for both Quality Control and Supervisory roles.

Shift Lead

Gateway Plastics Mequon, WI

January 1995 – January 2002

Promoted a safe and efficient work environment through monthly shift meetings and one-on-one training.

Drove ISO compliance and collaborated with plant leadership to increase press utilization and monitor efficiency.

Quality Control Technician

Molded Rubber and Plastics Milwaukee, WI

January 1994 – January 1995

Performed first-shot, in-process, and final inspections, as well as incoming inspections.

Used tools such as CMM, calipers, pin gauges, gear checkers, micrometers, and height/depth gauges.

Education & Certifications

Manufacturing Leadership Training Program – Completed June 2025

Manager Development II Certification

Manager Development I Certification

High School Diploma – James Madison High School

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