Lonnie Brantley
Trafalgar
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience at Eli Lilly, specializing in lean manufacturing and root cause analysis. Proven track record of enhancing efficiency and quality while consistently achieving production targets. Strong mechanical skills and commitment to safety foster a collaborative team environment and promote effective employee development.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Production
Eli Lilly
03.2023 - Current
- Developed and maintained efficient production processes and procedures
- Reduced waste in the production process by monitoring materials usage and adjusting procedures accordingly.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and promptly addressing potential hazards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow, resulting in increased productivity and reduced downtime.
- Enhanced product quality by conducting regular inspections and identifying areas for improvement.
- Assisted in training new employees on production processes, ensuring a seamless integration into the team.
- Provided support during equipment maintenance, minimizing downtime and ensuring consistent production output.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, avoiding shortages and preventing costly delays in production schedules.
- Ensured accurate product labeling, reducing instances of customer dissatisfaction due to mismarked items.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives, implementing best practices to enhance overall efficiency.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
- Met or exceeded daily production targets consistently through efficient task execution and effective time management skills.
- Performed routine quality checks on finished products, ensuring adherence to company standards before shipping out units.
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
- Complete any necessary part changeover due to market demand.
Maintenance Technician
Pepsi
Knoxville
07.2019 - 03.2023
- Calibrated testing instruments to ensure result accuracy.
- Adjusted machine settings per manufacturing specifications.
- Conducted electrical repairs on motors and lighting systems.
- Installed equipment to enhance energy efficiency.
- Maintained specialized machinery, ensuring operational reliability.
- Recorded all maintenance activities to uphold accurate documentation.
- Dismantled devices to access and replace defective parts.
- Performed diagnostics to identify equipment failures and facilitate repairs.
QC Technician
Pepsi
Knoxville
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Identified quality issues and recommended effective solutions to enhance production standards.
- Compiled and analyzed laboratory test data to support quality assurance initiatives.
- Calibrated, validated, and maintained laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Inspected raw materials upon receipt to confirm compliance with specifications.
- Produced bottles for assigned line, adhering to quality and efficiency standards.
- Conducted preform QC checks to verify compliance with specifications.
- Executed mold and preform changes based on flavor and packaging requirements.
- Recorded maintenance tasks and scheduled PMs to uphold operational integrity.
Painter/ Elite Shield
Boatmate
09.2017 - 08.2018
- Removed old finishes by stripping, sanding, wire brushing, and using water and abrasive blasting
- Calculated amounts of required materials and estimate costs, based on surface measurements and work orders
- Mixed and matched colors of paint, stained and varnish with oil and thinning and drying additives to obtain desired colors and consistencies
- Applied primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces
- Maintenance graco paint gun and reactor
- Clean paint guns and booth daily
- Change all filters in paint booth daily.
- Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
- Kept accurate records of paint supplies and other materials.
- Conducted final work check to assess quality and make corrections if necessary.
Production Supervisor
Indiana hydraulic equipment corporation
11.2010 - 09.2017
- Inspected completed work to verify conformance with quality standards
- Trained team members in equipment operation and proper use of PPE
- Requisitioned production materials to prevent backlogs
- Enforced safety and sanitation regulations
- Established work schedules, assignments and production sequences to meet production goals
- Kept updated records of daily production milestones and incidents
- Assessed production requirements to forecast timelines and outputs
- Inspected materials, products and equipment to detect defects and malfunctions
- Enforced preventive maintenance schedule for department equipment
- Motivated employees and increased morale with performance incentives
- Supported HR with recruitment and hiring recommendations
- Coordinated workflows and evaluated individual performance to optimize resources
- Observed equipment operation and proactively addressed issues to prevent downtime
- Find and fix root cause analysis for production/ quality related issues
- Preform yearly evaluations on associates.
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing techniques and reducing waste.
- Optimized workflow through effective resource allocation and scheduling adjustments.
- Streamlined communication between departments, fostering a collaborative work environment for efficient problem solving.
- Consistently met or exceeded production targets while maintaining strict quality standards, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Oversaw loading and unloading of packages in warehouse.
- Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
- Conducted root cause analysis on production issues for prompt resolution, minimizing negative impacts on output rates.
Education
High School Diploma -
Franklin Community High School
Franklin, IN05.2010
Skills
- ISO standards expertise
- Data analysis
- Sample preparation and handling
- Equipment calibration
- Chemical safety
- Technical proficiency
- Mechanical skills
- Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Project management
- Root cause analysis
- Time management
- Inspections and reviews
- Lean manufacturing
- Employee training
- Quality control
- Production processes
- Equipment maintenance
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Production
Eli Lilly
03.2023 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Pepsi
07.2019 - 03.2023
QC Technician
Pepsi
08.2018 - 07.2019
Painter/ Elite Shield
Boatmate
09.2017 - 08.2018
Production Supervisor
Indiana hydraulic equipment corporation
11.2010 - 09.2017
High School Diploma -
Franklin Community High School