Bristol, Indiana 574-***-**** *************@*****.***
Michael Luangrath
EDUCATION
Elkhart Memorial High School-2002
Six Sigma Certification- Purdue University-2022
OBJECTIVE
Manufacturing Supervisor with over 20 years of experience in operations and delivery management of a fast paced Just In Time manufacturing facility. Proven expertise in team management and systems led to significant reduction in labor costs while enhancing productivity. Holds Six Sigma Green Belt certification and Class A CDL with strong negotiation and contract management skills. Successful in streamlining operations and improving customer satisfaction through effective team leadership, process improvements and implantation. REFERENCES
Available Upon Request
FUNCTIONAL SKILLS
Value stream mapping
Warehouse management
Process improvement methodologies
Problem-resolution
Root cause analysis
Leadership and team management
Employee engagement and relations
AutoCAD knowledgeable
Blueprint reading
Inventory control and analysis
Freight and shipping operation
Quality assurance and safety planning
Transportation system expert
Microsoft office proficiency
Data entry and computer literacy
JSA creation and implementation
Team building and mentorship
Staffing Management
EXPERIENCE:
Satellite Industries / Bristol Indiana 10/26/2026- Current Supervisor/Assistant Production Manager
• Value stream mapped assembly line
• Improved shortage department with a 75% reduction
• Management of assembly line with 20+ people
• Process improvement
• Implementation of KPI tracking
Valmont/ Elkhart Indiana 06/2025- 10/20/2026
Press and Taper machine Operation
• Monitor machine performance and conduct routine
maintenance checks to enhance reliability
• Adjust operation of equipment to prints to assure accuracy and quality
• Training of new operators in equipment usage and safety protocol
• Inspection of product to assure quality compliance
• Documentation of production data and equipment errors, facilitating effective trouble shooting
• Ensure strict adherence to safety regulations during machine operation
• Maintain detail logs of work performed, time sheets and material utilization
Hydro Extrusions 11/2002- 05/2025
Pack/Load/Ship Supervisor
• Responsible for streamline 5-6 million lbs. monthly
• Responsible for safety managing multiple departments of 75+ employees with 24/7 operations
• Responsible for quality assurance verification throughout streamline process
• Responsible for managing daily/monthly KPI’s and implementation on critical improvement actions
• Responsible for maintaining appropriate inventory levels to meet daily and monthly goals
• Responsible for 3% increase in productivity through lean manufacturing annually
CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE
Leam 6Sigma certification- Purdue University
Frontline Leadership Development Trainer Certification Radical Collaboration Certification
ISO Auditor Certification
First Aid/ CPR/ AED Certification
Overhead Crane Certification
Forklift Operation Train the Trainer Certification Hazardous Waste Operation & Emergency Response