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Nicholas Mistler

Fox Lake

Summary

Dynamic Quality Manager with extensive experience at Lakeland Plastics, excelling in root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions. Proven track record in quality management systems and fostering team collaboration. Skilled in continuous improvement and employee coaching, driving operational excellence and enhancing product quality. Committed to achieving high standards in compliance and performance.

Previous manufacturing floor experience, quick learner, excellent team work, I also hold myself to a high standard and im very prideful in the tasks that are set in front of me.

Also I would classify myself as a jack of most positions that come with the manufacturing part of the industry. I've been tasked multiple times to cover for a department while looking for a rehire or while someone is on vacation.

Very committed and prideful of where I work. I've been at my current company for 8 years now, through ownership changes and location changes aswell.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Manager

Lakeland Plastics
07.2023 - Current
  • Managed root cause analysis investigations, determining underlying issues in product failures and implementing corrective actions as necessary.
  • Managed and archived quality documentation and participated in internal and external quality audits.
  • Facilitated cross-functional team collaboration, ensuring seamless communication between departments regarding quality matters.
  • Evaluated quality problems and performed assessments to identify and resolve issues.
  • Complete final inspection on inventory to be shipped out to the customer

Production Supervisor

Lakeland Plastics
07.2021 - 07.2023
  • Supervised daily production activities to ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
  • Trained and mentored team members on operational procedures and best practices.
  • Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and reduced downtime.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve production issues promptly.
  • Monitored equipment performance and coordinated maintenance to minimize disruptions.
  • Fostered a positive team environment focused on continuous improvement and accountability.
  • Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
  • Managed team of Number production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.

Assistant Production Supervisor

Lakeland Plastics
07.2019 - 07.2020

-Assisted Production Supervisor in daily task, such as quality control of production on a daily basis.


-Assisted production team by assisting team member get their lines start and saving product.


-Assisted Shipping Department on a need basis.

Machine Operator

Lakeland Plastics
07.2017 - 07.2019
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
  • Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.

Education

High School Diploma -

Tattnall County Highschool
Reidsville

Skills

  • Internal auditing
  • Quality management systems
  • Compliance monitoring
  • Corrective actions
  • Quality processes
  • Document management
  • Continuous improvement
  • Quality training
  • Product inspection
  • First-article inspection
  • Preventive actions
  • Control plan development
  • Operation Monitoring
  • Documentation control
  • Operational improvements
  • Problem-solving
  • Team leadership
  • Performance evaluations
  • Customer service
  • Computer skills
  • Task delegation
  • Staff training
  • Employee coaching and mentoring
  • Goal setting

Timeline

Quality Manager

Lakeland Plastics
07.2023 - Current

Production Supervisor

Lakeland Plastics
07.2021 - 07.2023

Assistant Production Supervisor

Lakeland Plastics
07.2019 - 07.2020

Machine Operator

Lakeland Plastics
07.2017 - 07.2019

High School Diploma -

Tattnall County Highschool
Nicholas Mistler