Scott Smith
Medaryville
Summary
Accomplished Production Supervisor with a proven track record at Talbert Manufacturing, enhancing production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing techniques and fostering a culture of safety and teamwork. Skilled in quality assurance and machinery operation, I significantly increased worker output while maintaining high-quality standards. My strong work ethic and attention to detail have consistently driven professional growth and improved product quality.
Overview
2023
2023
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Worker
JW Hicks
- Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations, contributing to a well-organized work environment for increased productivity.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
Production Supervisor
Talbert Manufacturing
04.2018 - 07.2022
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Managed team of Number production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
- Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
- Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
- Consistently met or exceeded production targets while maintaining strict quality standards, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly against established benchmarks for ongoing personnel development.
- Maintained accurate documentation of production data, enabling informed decision-making for process improvements.
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing techniques and reducing waste.
- Collaborated with management and engineering teams to develop and implement innovative strategies for maximizing production efficiency without compromising quality standards.
- Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
- Led quality control initiatives, significantly reducing product defects and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Production Supervisor/ Slitter/Cut to length operator
Chicago Steel Processing
06.1988 - 06.2015
- Oversaw inventory and product stock to develop and maintain inventory controls resulting in cost savings and reduced overages.
- Driven, results-oriented professional with over 35 years experience in steel operations,production,supervision,labor relations,training / developing personnel,and shipping and receiving.
- Flawless attendance. Loyal,conscientious and dependable.
- Computer experience- Microsoft Windows,Word,Excel.
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.
- Controlled knives and rubber grindings for glitters.
- Responsible for ordering all supplies relating to slitting and ctl line,banding ,clips packaging and cardboard,skids and lumber to build skids.
- Over saw crews of 36 to 72 employees in production and shipping / receiving departments.
- Making sure all customer specs were met or exceeded.
- Operated 72" double loop Braner slitter.
- Operated 80" Stampco single loop automotive exposed slitting line.
- Operated Braner Cut to Length line.
- Experience in utilizing micrometer,veneer calipers, flatness table to meet customer flatness specs.
- Operated and certified in 20 ton to 50 ton over head crane both remotely and pendulum operation, with coil grabs and also C hook style lifts.
- Additional experience utilizing shimless slitting set-ups on arbors..
- Building of front and back over arms.
Meat Cutter/Delivery Driver
Monon Meats
01.2015 - 05.2018
- Cut meats to customer specifications and answered questions about specialty products.
- Followed all food safety regulations to maintain a safe work environment for both employees and customers.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for maximum productivity and safety.
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
- Continuously sharpened knives and maintained equipment for optimal cutting performance.
- Performed meat inspections and checked temperature environment to maximize food safety.
- Verified proper inventory levels, product quality, and freshness to prevent sale of spoiled products.
Education
Associate Of Business Finance - Business Administration And Management
Indiana University Northwest
Gary, IN05.1987
Skills
- Workplace cleanliness
- Product packing
- Product packaging
- Heavy lifting
- Product inspection
- Materials handling
- Hand tools
- Machine operation
- Quality assurance
- Safety management
- Equipment operation
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Shipment preparation
- Machine setups
- Waste reduction
- Machinery operation
- OSHA compliance
- Fabrication
- Production scheduling
- Forklift certification
- Measuring instrument proficiency
- Tolerances measurement
- Loading and unloading protocols
- Positive attitude
- Teamwork and communication
- Strong work ethic
- Attention to detail
- Computer skills
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Talbert Manufacturing
04.2018 - 07.2022
Meat Cutter/Delivery Driver
Monon Meats
01.2015 - 05.2018
Production Supervisor/ Slitter/Cut to length operator
Chicago Steel Processing
06.1988 - 06.2015
Associate Of Business Finance - Business Administration And Management
Indiana University Northwest
Production Worker
JW Hicks
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