RICHARD LAURENT

603-***-**** ** LILAC LANE NEWMARKET, NEW HAMPSHIRE 03857 k4r8az@r.postjobfree.com

Recognized throughout career for being a visionary production leader, leveraging in-depth knowledge of the manufacturing landscape to significantly reduce costs and improve operational efficiency. Adept at developing process improvement initiatives while leading personnel through the completion of daily tasks to ensure all production objectives are consistently attained. Currently seeking a Management position in Manufacturing which will effectively utilize all acquired skills and abilities, bringing 30+ years of related experience as follows:

KEY STRENGTHS

• Production Management

• Staff Supervision

• Quality Assurance

• Performance Evaluation

• Manufacturing

• Process Improvement

• Employee Training

• Workplace Safety

• Cost/Overhead Reduction

• Team Building/Leadership

• Procedure Enforcement

• Regulatory Compliance

CORE COMPETENCIES

Results-driven with exceptional practical judgment and memory for details with skills in developing process improvement, safety administration, and team management directives.

Known strategist who transforms strategic plans into workable solutions and benchmarks for performance against key operational objectives.

Expertise in production with an extensive scope of responsibility and a proven track-record of delivering optimal results which exceed operational goals and yield measurable outcomes.

Strong operational process improvement background through effective cost reduction, tactical planning, and productivity gain strategies.

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

NESTLE April. 2010 – Feb. 2012

Production Supervisor

Responsible for managing all Associates and activities on a Food Production Line.

- Responsible for on time starts, efficiency gains, waste reduction, and 100% attainment.

ALCAN AUTOMOTIVE Sept. 2008 – Jan. 2009

Production Team Leader

Assumed responsibility for managing 20 employees in the production, welding, and assembly of IP beams.

- Monitored, evaluated, and motivated front-line employees to achieve all production objectives.

FORD MOTOR COMPANY Mar. 2005 – Jun. 2008

Production Supervisor

Held accountable for 35 UAW employees in the production and assembly of rotors for alternator assemblies.

- Managed the Assembly and Machining Departments, including varnish oven operations, laser welders, presses, Fanuc robots, automated balancers, and CNC machining centers.

- Conducted daily safety audits to ensure a safe and productive working environment.

LINDT & SPRUNGLI May 2003 – May 2004

Production Supervisor

Responsible for managing 80 employees to ensure high levels of production.

- Trained employees on safety regulations and company production procedures.

- Supervised automated packing machines and 7 packing lines.

GUARDIAN INDUSTRIES Aug. 2002 – May 2003

Production Supervisor

Supervised 25 employees per shift in the production and assembly of commercial windows.

- Oversaw all activities in the cutting, tempering, and assembly departments.

TYCO TELECOMMUNICATIONS Dec. 1978 – Feb. 2002

Production Supervisor

Managed 40 employees in assembly “clean room” areas and maintained various types of equipment.

- Led process improvement groups, resulting in significant cost reductions, as well as established safety teams.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

Southern New Hampshire University | Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

University of New Hampshire | Supervisory Certification Program

New Hampshire Safety Council | Industrial Safety Certification Program

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