production supervisor

Jeffrey D. Bennett

**** ******** **.  Dublin, Virginia 24084

[H] 540-***-****  [C] 540-***-****

**********@*****.***

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Objective / Career Overview

Respected professional with over 20 years progressive experience in management of personnel (union/non-union) and operations (manufacturing/production and service industries). Across-the-board experience in strategic planning, scheduling, budgeting, purchasing, compliance (OSHA, ISO 9000, ISO 14000) and safety. Experienced in start-up divisions, expansions, restructuring and Lean strategies.

Primary focus: a growth-oriented opportunity where proven management ability can continue to impact employee morale, productivity, safety, quality, and on-time delivery. Primary strengths: Flexibility, team-building, problem-solving . . . excel in process improvement, cost, quality, safety and TQM and Lean Tools. Computer adaptable (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, AMS, MRP, AT Server (Time & Attendance), Peachtree Accounting.

Professional Experience

VOLVO TRUCKS OF NORTH AMERICA, Dublin, Virginia (1999-01; 2006-09)

 Production Supervisor / Lead Supervisor (Volvo Cab Line 2006-09)

Recruited to return to Volvo in managing 1st shift Cab Line assembly with 33 union employees. Within one year, absenteeism was reduced 50% and Quality audit points were reduced to exceed goals. In addition, performed key role in consolidating the Mack Cab Line with the Volvo Cab Line.

Accepted position as Training Supervisor in 07. Within this role, led 24 Trainers throughout the plant implementing Technical Training in all facets of production. In addition, facilitated VPS (Lean Manufacturing) classes daily for plant personnel; hourly and salary and led Training initiatives for the start up of the new Engine Line.

Accepted position as the Supervisor of the Engine Line in 08 consisting of 44 employees. This position is rewarding while implementing change management. Along with compliance and policy duties, Lean with Team Work Groups was of the focus.

As 1st Shift Production Supervisor, managed personnel (training, supervision, time/attendance, new-hire evaluations, grievances) . . . safety . . . compliance (ISO 9000, ISO 14000) . . . quality and assembly line operations (daily re-balancing of line/tasks to meet production goals, averaging 92 trucks/shift).

 Analyzed daily KPI reports, implementing corrective action (processes/workstation assignments) to ensure achievement of corporate goals for quality, safety and delivery precision and costs.

 Training/quality focus led team to increase daily audit “quality” points 50%.

 Started and continually improving Team Work Groups within a non-promoting culture.

 Production Supervisor (Volvo Chassis Line 1999-01)

Flexibility and expertise quickly resulted in additional management responsibilities: managed “absentee pool,” coordinating plant-wide staffing to fill workstation vacancies; managed Final Repair (quality issues, parts shortages) to ensure quality products and on-time shipments; managed 1st/2nd Shift production lines.

BENNETT IRRIGATION, Orlando, Florida (2001-07)

 President / Consultant

Built successful regional business “from the ground up;” in process of selling ongoing operation (serving in consulting role). Developed “win-win” partnerships with building contractors to design/install complex irrigation systems for new subdivisions, parks, schools and other residential/commercial developments.

 Hired, trained and motivated staff of >40 employees to generate ~$2.5M in annual revenue.

 Designed and implemented Preventive Maintenance and Warranty Programs.

 Developed business plans, budgets, bids . . . managed customer relations, collections, problem-solving . . . procurement (vehicles, equipment, parts, accessories), accounting and banking.

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EMERGENCY ONE, Ocala, Florida (1995-99)

 Manufacturing Engineer / Purchasing (1998-99)

Provided key input in process improvements and cost saving initiatives for local facility of public-owned company (manufacturer/global distributor of fire trucks). Developed capital outlay plans and managed purchasing budget for plant supplies/aluminum.

 Researched, purchased and implemented state-of-the-art laser cutting tool (increasing machine output 50%) and new Romer high-tech 3D measuring device.

 Production Supervisor / Lead Supervisor (1995-98)

Managed Fabrication (CNC machinery), Chassis assembly line, and plant-wide Maintenance (facilities, grounds, equipment, machinery, vehicles). Responsibilities included personnel (trained/supervised up to 40-person team) . . . budgeting ($250K operational budget) . . . scheduling (production, work assignments) . . . compliance (ISO 9000, OSHA) . . . safety (training, investigations; chaired Safety Team). Reported directly to Plant Manager.

 Collaborated closely with four satellite plants to ensure achievement of scheduling/shipping goals.

 Trained and implemented TQM/Lean Manufacturing methodologies.

CHELSEA BUILDING PRODUCTS, Oakmont, Pennsylvania (1994-95)

FIRST CHOICE BUILDING PRODUCTS, Sanford, Florida (1989-94)

 Division Manager / Start Up Manager

Recruited by Chelsea to direct new division start-up, expanding extruding company operations to include window manufacturing. Reported directly to President. Developed business plan, budgets . . . established process flow . . . managed personnel (hired, trained, supervised >125 employees), Safety, Production (ramp up to three shifts in nine months), Mechanical Engineering, Maintenance and Shipping.

 Implemented Safety standards/training and TQM methodologies into new manufacturing division.

Promoted with First Choice (window manufacturer) to direct all Production operations, Personnel, QC, Inventory Control and Shipping/Receiving. Restructured plant layout, process flow and work assignments resulting in 30% staff reduction. Company closed (offered positions by two distributors).

Education / Military

Professional Development / Management seminars: (representative list)

Project Management (AMA)  HazMat Handling/Disposal (AMA)  TQM (Quality College)

OSHA Training  Leadership Training for Management (Dale Carnegie)  Sexual Harassment (AMA)

Coaching (Emergency One)  Time Management (Volvo)  Romer Technical Training  Toyota Principles –

Train the Trainer (Volvo)

Courses pursuant to B.S. in Engineering Technology (64+ credit hours), Dean’s List

Daytona Beach Community College / New River Community College / Old Dominon - Current

Sergeant/E-5, United States Army, 1986-89, Honorably Discharged

 Honor Graduate, Primary Leadership Development Course

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