BRIAN W.SWAN
Brampton, Ont.
L*R 1L4
A seasoned production supervisor bringing over 20 years of experience in industry, seeking a position where expertise in supervision, production & administration will assist in meeting company objectives . An effective team player with proven supervisory skills, hard working, strong work ethic & learns quickly. Conscientious, enthusiastic, driven with the desire to succeed. Excellent interpersonal skills, utilized to foster a team environment, resulting in high levels of productivity and efficiency.
Professional History
Operations supervisor – Ceva Logistics 2005- January 2011
Manage a unionized workforce of 36 in a continuous improvement ,“5S”environment
Responsible for picking , sequencing and the timely delivery of product to a major auto assembly plant
Planning the fluctuating manpower requirements of material handlers , warehouse ,clerical and A-Z drivers
Administer progressive disciplines process within the provisions of the C.B.A.
Supervise cyclical inventory counts , investigate and resolve any discrepancies , manage non-conforming parts
Review and analyze activities to minimize costs & maximize people and equipment
Conduct annual performance reviews for all staff within the department & address all employee performance issues promptly
Planned and scheduled the production requirements
Spearheaded the 2011 model year Pilot Project through the supervision of others ,leading by example
Production supervisor – VicWest 1994-2004
Supervised a staff of 34 , focused on quick deliveries ,attention to detail , resolving conflicts & brought projects to a successful conclusion
Responsible for production quotas, quality control maintaining manpower levels, implementation of machine guarding , maintenance
Upgrade modify and design standardize packaging
Co-ordinate deliveries to customer with both the company’s fleet and exterior carriers
Served as a certified representative of the health and safety committee
P & M Services 1995 – 2004
Employed weeknights ,responsible for all aspects of cleaning , sanitizing various offices such as Police Association of Ontario,Korect -Type
Pine By Willyn 1994 -1997
Driving a Cube Van. loading the truck, deliver to the customers & assemble custom wood furniture at the delivery point
Professional Development & Certifications
Certified member of a joint health & safety committee
I.A.P.A - machine safety certified
I.A.P.A.- workplace hazard identification certificate
C.M.Safety Consultants –certificate in forklift truck hazard specific awareness ,fire safety , crane safe operation awareness
Link to Life – certified in First AID & C.P.R
Canada Labour Code 11
Enhancing Listening Skills
Workplace Communication Skills
Facilitating Difficult Situations
Dealing with Problem Performance
Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
Unionized Workplace
Dynamics of Leadership
Making Decisions Dynamically
Lean Logic
Fundamentals of Supply Chain Management
Supply Chain Management Strategies
Supply Chain Planning & Inventory Management
The Customer Supply Specialist
EQS Management System Training 2009
Foreign Corrupt Practices Act 2010
U.S. & Global Affiliates & Trade Competition 2010
Antitrust & Competition Law Awareness 2010 .
Interests & Activities
Woodworking ,golf, gardening