Manufacturing Operations & Lean Supervisor
Resume:
THOMAS PARHAM
Oregon City, OR *****
***************@*****.***
I'm a seasoned Manufacturing Supervisor bringing more than 21 years of experience. Committed to overseeing material inspections, scheduling production and conducting thorough inventories and audits. I have many years of extensive experience in the manufacturing field. I'm experienced at maintaining detailed and accurate records and training new employees in quality control, safety, metal finishing, passivation, assembly, CNC operations and packaging. Highly skilled Lean Leader with experience in operational efficiency and process improvement. Strengths include strategic planning, team leadership, waste reduction, and continuous improvement methodologies. Previous roles have demonstrated success in implementing lean principles to enhance productivity and profitability. Known for fostering culture of innovation and exceeding performance goals.
• Team Collaboration and Leadership
• Work Planning and Prioritization
• Documentation and Reporting
• Staff Supervision
• Coordinating Daily Operations
• Interpreting Job Specifications
• Experienced in LEAN manufacturing
• Regulatory Compliance
• Performance monitoring
• Output Improvements
• Quality Inspections
• Supply requisition
• Hiring and training
• Inventory Management Software
• Work Order Analysis
• Purchasing and Procurement
• Strategy Development
• Conflict Resolution
• Coaching and mentoring
• Equipment Troubleshooting
• Materials Inspection
• Production Planning
• Relationship Building
• Customer Service
• Assigning Work
• Worksite safety
• Incident management
• Company safety policies
• Quality controls
04/2025 to Current
SKY CHEFS LSG
7201 NE Alderwood Rd, OR
Operations Supervisor
• Supervised daily operations, of over 50 staff members, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Implemented process improvements that increased productivity and reduced waste.
• Developed standard operating procedures to maintain efficient workflows across teams.
• Facilitated collaboration between departments to streamline operations and improve services.
• Conducted audits of operational processes, identifying risks and opportunities for enhancements.
• Managed scheduling and staffing, optimizing labor costs while fulfilling operational needs.
• Prepared performance metric reports for presentation to management team.
• Participated in hiring process through candidate interviews and recommendations.
• Improved daily run rates to insure aircrafts were stocked with hostility items for passengers. Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
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• Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
• Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance. 04/2021 to 04/2025
URBAN NW CONSTRUCTION
Oregon City, OR
Foreman
• Managed project operations, budget and timeline and collaborated with stakeholders to review status.
• Coordinated construction planning, material resources and staff scheduling.
• Monitored job sites to analyze problems and recommend and implement solutions. SUMMARY
SKILLS
EXPERIENCE
• Developed and coordinated construction schedules to meet or exceed company goals.
• Conducted walk-through inspections and other scheduled inspections with homeowners.
• Monitored and assessed schedule performance and quality workmanship of contractors.
• Communicated safety standards to laborers and sub-contractors and enforced safety regulations on job sites. Planned, organized and managed crews and subcontractors through expert communication and handling of work orders and purchase orders.
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• Established relationships with construction manager and contractors to align priorities, goals and objectives.
• Coordinated extensive planning, development of project milestones and budget for complex contracts.
• Interpreted blueprints and plans and relayed information to team of workers. Negotiated pricing and delivery schedules with vendors, drawing on thorough knowledge of housing industry and building practices.
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• Enhanced customer satisfaction ratings by resolving issues effectively and efficiently.
• Eliminated project lags by inspecting work-in-progress to ensure compliance and top quality control.
• Evaluated financing and construction activities. Mitigated risk to employees and company by explaining regulations, contract documents and proactive safety measures to workers and contractors.
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01/2011 to 04/2021
PECO ASTRONICS
Clackamas, Oregon
Manufacturing Supervisor
Supervised multiple departments throughout my career. Including Aerospace Finishing, Assembly, CNC, Chromate Tank Line, Hand Finishing, and Screw Machine.
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• Directed safety meetings and checked team compliance with protective equipment and behavioral practices.
• Assisted machine operators with completing, inspecting and transporting finished pieces.
• Managed areas of manufacturing, safety, inventory control and process implementation.
• Read and understood design specifications, blueprints and manufacturing directives.
• Created and revised systems and procedures by analyzing operating practices.
• Read and interpreted work order specifications and information to plan, schedule and carry out jobs effectively.
• Met other supervisors and business leaders to plan and guide workflow and operations.
• Supervised, trained and evaluated employees.
• Developed pricing schedules, cost for materials and compliance statements.
• Resolved conflicts between workers within the department or with other departments.
• Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion.
• Achieved safety standards by maximizing prevention and reducing accidents.
• Created a KANBAN for minimum and maximum inventory, and continued to maintain it with vendors.
• Trained in lean manufacturing and continuous improvements.
• Certified in QS, ISO, and NADCAP
• Planned, coordinated, and monitored daily operations of the manufacturing department.
• Monitored production performance and ensured quality standards were met.
• Inspected finished products for defects before they were shipped out to customers. 01/1996 to 01/2011
SUREPOWER INDUSTRIES
Tualatin, OR
Aerospace Lead
• Reviewed painting projects to verify highest quality and adherence to organization's strict guidelines.
• Delivered work orders and clear instructions to painting team to prepare for each shift. Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
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• Developed and implemented lean initiatives to improve operational efficiency.
• Provided training on lean principles, tools, and techniques to all levels of staff. Worked closely with leadership team members to ensure successful integration of lean concepts into daily operations.
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• John Klapp- Aerospace Manufacturing Manager 503-***-****
• Keith Dahlheimer- Facilities Manager 503-***-****
• Roxanne Young- Human Resources 503-***-****
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