Production Supervisor Manufacturing Engineer

Nicholas J. Petersen

Hudson, IA • 319-***-**** • *****************@*****.***

Professional Summary

Experienced manufacturing professional with nearly two decades of hands-on experience in high-volume production environments. Proven track record of leading teams, optimizing workflows, and driving safety and quality improvements. Skilled in coordinating cross-functional operations, mentoring staff, and implementing lean manufacturing principles. Ready to step into a Production Supervisor role to lead teams, manage daily operations, and deliver results aligned with company goals.

Key Qualifications for Production Supervisor

• Led teams of 30+ employees across multiple shifts and departments

• Oversaw production line splits, tooling, and layout changes to improve throughput

• Implemented safety and ergonomic improvements, reducing workplace incidents

• Collaborated with engineering and maintenance teams to resolve production issues

• Experienced in SAP, AMES, and quality tracking systems

Professional Experience

John Deere – Various Divisions (2005–2024) Roles: Manufacturing Engineer, Assembler, Operator

• Team Leadership & Production Oversight

• Supervised launch and subline teams, ensuring smooth production ramp-up

• Coordinated daily operations across 30+ line splits, balancing staffing and workflow

• Provided hands-on support and coaching to operators across multiple shifts

Process Improvement & Safety Management

• Spearheaded ergonomic upgrades and fixture redesigns to improve operator safety

• Served on Safety Committee, leading initiatives in traffic flow and shop floor layout

• Applied 5S and Kaizen principles to reduce waste and improve efficiency

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partnered with engineers and designers to implement new equipment and layouts

• Worked with maintenance and external vendors to install infrastructure and tooling

• Ensured compliance with torque specs, quality standards, and documentation protocols

Fareway Stores Inc. – Cedar Falls, IA (2001–2005) Meat Department

• Managed inventory, scheduling, and daily operations for a team of 10

• As lead cutter and liaison between department and store management

• Maintained high standards in customer service and cleanliness

Education

• Southern New Hampshire University Bachelor of Science in Operations and Project Management (2015) Currently pursuing MBA in Operations and Project Management

• Hamilton College AAS in Computer Information Systems (2001)

Skills & Certifications

• Software: SAP, AMES, Creo 2.0, ProE, MS Office

• Certifications: OSHA 10-Hour Safety Certification, Lockout/Tagout, UAW Safety Training

• Core Competencies: Production Supervision, Team Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, staff training, Six Sigma Practices, Safety Compliance, Inventory Control, Process Optimization, Cost Reduction, Strategic thinker with hands on approach, Ability to lead and develop diverse teams, Results driven, Excellent communication skills, Ability to manage multiple priorities, strong mechanical aptitude, supply chain coordination

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