KEVIN DIXON
Danville
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level supervisor position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Shift Leader
Quaker Oats
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing principles and reducing downtime.
- Developed team members'' skills through cross-training programs, boosting overall shift productivity.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
- Collaborated with other shift leaders to harmonize procedures and share best practices across shifts.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Increased employee engagement by fostering open communication channels and offering constructive feedback during performance reviews.
Production Worker
Quaker Oats
09.2013 - 08.2022
- Counted and recorded finished and rejected packaged items.
- Observed machine operations to verify quality and conformity of packaged products, stepping in to resolve issues promptly and avoid costly production errors.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper machine operation, contributing to overall team success.
- Minimized waste with careful attention to detail during the wrapping process.
- Complied with all company policies, procedures, and regulations relevant to the Wrapper Operator role.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
- Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
Production Manager
FreightCar America
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
- Introduced automation and technological advancements to the production floor, leading to increased efficiency and reduced labor costs.
- Planned operations to meet established schedules, factoring in order demands and business forecasts.
- Collaborated with technical and administrative teams to develop and implement successful corrective plans.
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
- Delivered direct feedback to senior management regarding project visibility and status.
Production Supervisor
FreightCar America
03.2000 - 01.2010
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
- Implemented safety protocols and conducted regular audits, achieving a reduction in workplace accidents and incidents.
- Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status.
- Consistently met or exceeded production targets while maintaining strict quality standards, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays.
Production Worker
FreightCar America
06.1996 - 03.2000
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
- Optimized workflow by adapting quickly to changes in production schedules or job assignments as needed.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
- Recorded data and maintained accurate records to avail information for reference.
- Fostered a positive workplace culture that emphasized teamwork, communication, and mutual support among production line workers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Danville High School
Danville, IL05.1991
Skills
- Parts Assembly
- Root Cause Analysis Participation
- Monitoring Line Supplies
- Attention to Detail
- Positive Attitude
- Punctual and Dependable
- Computer Skills
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 3 managers in the development of wrapper operator training procedures.
Timeline
Production Shift Leader
Quaker Oats
08.2023 - Current
Production Worker
Quaker Oats
09.2013 - 08.2022
Production Manager
FreightCar America
01.2008 - 01.2011
Production Supervisor
FreightCar America
03.2000 - 01.2010
Production Worker
FreightCar America
06.1996 - 03.2000
High School Diploma -
Danville High School
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