Michael Watkins
Fowler
Summary
Experienced production professional with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in overseeing production processes, improving operational efficiency, and ensuring quality standards. Known for adaptability, reliability, and effective problem-solving. Prepared to drive success and deliver impactful outcomes in dynamic environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Lead
Premium Waters Inc.
01.2024 - Current
- Trained new hires on production procedures, ensuring a quick ramp-up time and consistent performance levels across the team.
- Managed a team of production workers, ensuring timely completion of tasks and adherence to safety protocols.
- Improved production efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing effective scheduling techniques.
- Communicated clear instructions for general operations and product-specific runs to prevent errors and rework.
- Coordinated effective schedules for production employees.
Trainmaster
TP&W Railroad
09.2014 - 07.2023
- Established strong working relationships with clients through exceptional communication skills, fostering trust and collaboration.
- Wrote, reviewed and edited technical document in accordance with template requirements.
- Reduced overtime expenses by optimizing staff rotations and implementing effective time-management strategies among team members.
- Collaborated on interdisciplinary teams to develop creative, cost-effective solutions for complex projects.
- Managed daily train operations to ensure timely arrivals and departures, increasing customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated maintenance activities for rolling stock and facilities, ensuring equipment reliability and regulatory compliance.
- Fostered a culture of accountability among staff by setting clear expectations and holding individuals responsible for their actions or lack thereof when necessary.
Author/Contributor
Publications International
01.2013 - 01.2014
- I published a book called Brain Games Large Print Mazes
Team member, management
Manpower
01.2009 - 01.2014
- Management, forklift, crane, welding, inventory, shipping & receiving & metal fabrication
Education
Trade in Conductor/Locomotive Engineer/ DSLE - Railroad Transportation & Management
Genesee & Wyoming Railroad
Jacksonville, FL12-2014
High School Diploma -
South Newton High
Kentland, IN06-2007
Skills
- Time management
- Troubleshooting
- Problem solving
- Logging
- Safety
- Team coordination
- Quality assurance
- Production scheduling
- Operations management
- Sanitation training
- Manufacturing processes
- Production line supervision
Hobbies and Interests
- Charity work
- Spending time with my family
- Drawing
Timeline
Production Lead
Premium Waters Inc.
01.2024 - Current
Trainmaster
TP&W Railroad
09.2014 - 07.2023
Author/Contributor
Publications International
01.2013 - 01.2014
Team member, management
Manpower
01.2009 - 01.2014
Trade in Conductor/Locomotive Engineer/ DSLE - Railroad Transportation & Management
Genesee & Wyoming Railroad
High School Diploma -
South Newton High
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