Production Manager (252051) Steel, Aluminum Manufacturing / Foundry, Casting, Hot Mill, Cold Mill, EAF / Trained Paramedic, Firefighter / South Chicago Area
South Chicago area Production Manager with a strong background and proven record of success in driving production teams to meet desired safety, manufacturing, and production goals. This MAN of METALS has extensive experience in driving operational excellence, optimizing workflows, and maximizing efficiency in manufacturing environments for companies like NMLK, Arcelor Mittal and Jupiter Aluminum. He is a hands-on troubleshooter with a solid understanding of mechanical processing equipment. He combines analytical knowledge, leadership abilities, and relationship-building skills to engage stakeholders at all levels. He has a track record of defining and executing overall program concepts and direction and identifying improvement areas to ensure high efficiency and excellence.
He is a strong communicator who engages seamlessly across all areas of company departments with culturally diverse teams. He excels in high-pressure, challenging, and deadline-driven environments. This Game Changer is also a trained Paramedic and Firefighter! He is looking for a new leadership opportunity after being caught up in a major reorganization. Their loss is your gain if you move quickly! His notable experience includes:
• I performed rigorous safety audits and routine walk-throughs while overseeing the implementation of proactive safety measures.
• I streamlined job assignments, training programs, and scheduling protocols while offering comprehensive performance reviews and supervising judicious disciplinary measures.
• Provided invaluable assistance in troubleshooting issues during the commissioning of new equipment upgrades.
• Orchestrated effective collaboration among cross-functional teams, cultivating a culture of cooperation between departments and teams.
• Received a promotion from EAF Melter to HSM Supervisor by demonstrating exceptional performance.
• Drove repair processes to reduce downtime with prioritized corrective actions.
• Midnight shifts: supervised the entire shop which included the continuous caster, cold strip mill, finishing which included strippers, flattening mills, and annealing.
• Also assisted with the furnace if no supervisor was available for the shift.
• Employed production schedule for mechanical and electrical repairs.
• I steered steel production shop operations and supervised logistical coordination of hot metal delivery and outbound slabs via rail transportation.
• I oversaw casting operations to ensure efficient and timely production.
• Boosted ladle life by 10% through troubleshooting and implementing effective procedures.
• Streamlining production processes, conducting safety audits, maintaining strict quality standards, and ensuring adherence to production policies.
• Leading and collaborating with cross-functional teams to exceed targets and achieve company goals.
• Skilled in repair management, quality control integration, employee development, and manufacturing management.
• Addressing operational challenges, resolving complex issues, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships.
• Foundry Operations
• Continuous Caster
• Hot Strip Mill
• Cold Strip Mill
• EAF Melter
• Labor Relations
• Union Workforce
• Finishing Which Included Strippers, Flattening Mills and Annealing.
• Adjusting Production Schedules
• Establishing Production Sequences
• Manufacturing Operations
• Forging Operations
• Non-Destructive Testing
• Metal Finishing Operations
• Shipping / Receiving Operations
• Coatings Manufacturing
• Equipment Parts / Component Manufacturing
• High Volume Manufacturing
• Creating SOPs
• Calculating Production / Labor/ Material Costs
• Continuous Improvement Projects
• Process Troubleshooting
• Problem Solving
• Production Planning
• Project Management
• Driving Cost Reduction
• Materials Management
• Meeting Manufacturing Delivery Targets
• 5S / 6S Methods
• Lead, Coach & Develop
• Prioritizing Jobs
• Holding Staff Accountable
• Production Planning
• Quality Control
• Mechanical Troubleshooting
• Preparing Production Schedules
• ISO Documentation
• OSHA Regulations
• ISO 9001
• Maintaining Production Paperwork
• Managing Multiple Projects
• Plant Maintenance
• Preventative Maintenance
• Resolving Production Bottlenecks / Problems
• Giving Performance Reviews
• Preventive Maintenance
• Safety Management
• Team Builder
• Process Safety Management
• Production Quality experience
• Total Quality Management
• Team Leadership
EDUCATION & TRAINING
• Paramedic: Silver Cross Hospital – Joliet, IL
• Firefighter: District 2 Fire Fighter Academy – Palos Hills, IL
• Construction Management: Westwood College – Calumet City, IL
• Three Rivers Safety Training – Joliet, IL | 500 hrs. of OSHA Training