Benjamin WOOD
Westport
Summary
Proactive Manufacturing Manager with 20+ years of experience. Dedicated to leading by example and ensuring quality products and excellent customer relations. Experienced with leading operations and improving production processes. Utilizes lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies to optimize efficiency. Track record of fostering collaborative team environments and achieving operational goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Manager
COLUMBUS ENGINEERING INC
09.2013 - Current
- Managed daily operations, ensuring efficient inventory management and product availability.
- Oversaw production schedules, ensuring timely delivery of products and worked closely with customers to ensure thier daily needs were met.
- Implemented safety protocols, enhancing workplace safety and compliance.
- Trained team members on operational procedures and equipment usage.
- Developed process improvements that increased efficiency in production workflows.
- Coordinated cross-departmental communication to streamline operations and resolve issues.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with key clients to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Fostered strong relationships with external vendors and suppliers, ensuring timely deliveries of raw materials needed for seamless production operations.
- Tracked new material shipments and coordinated flow of materials at different stages of manufacturing to align with procurement expectations.
- Coordinated efforts between engineering, design, procurement, and quality assurance departments to streamline product development cycles and improve overall productivity.
Supervisor
HISADA AMERICA
03.2009 - 05.2013
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Trained and mentored team members on best practices and efficient workflows.
- Implemented process improvements, enhancing productivity and reducing waste in production lines.
- Monitored inventory levels, coordinating with supply chain for timely restocking of materials.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to enhance employee capabilities.
- Collaborated with management to establish operational goals aligned with company objectives.
Education
High School Diploma -
COLUMBUS EAST HIGH-SCHOOL
ColumbusSkills
- Manufacturing technologies
- Customer support
- Strategic thinker
- Production procedures
- Operations management
- Team supervision
- New employee hiring
- Waste reduction
- Lean manufacturing techniques
- Manufacturing resource planning MRP
- Blueprint interpretation expertise
- Microsoft applications skills
- Safety and quality standards
- Extremely quick learner
- Scheduling and forecasting
Timeline
Manufacturing Manager
COLUMBUS ENGINEERING INC
09.2013 - Current
Supervisor
HISADA AMERICA
03.2009 - 05.2013
High School Diploma -
COLUMBUS EAST HIGH-SCHOOL