James Wiggins
Marion
Summary
Dynamic Manufacturing Supervisor skilled in coordinating operations and implementing quality control measures. Known for effectively training and mentoring team members, optimizing workflows, and fostering a culture of safety and compliance to achieve production goals.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Supervisor
AVM Industries
Marion
01.1988 - Current
- Supervised daily manufacturing operations ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Trained and mentored team members on production processes and equipment use.
- Coordinated workflow between departments to optimize production efficiency.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain product specifications.
- Scheduled shifts and managed employee attendance for optimal staffing levels.
- Conducted regular equipment inspections to ensure operational readiness and safety.
- Resolved production issues promptly to minimize downtime in manufacturing lines.
- Collaborated with management on process improvements and employee performance evaluations.
- Planned, coordinated, and monitored daily operations of the manufacturing department.
- Coordinated with other departments such as Quality Assurance, Procurement. for smooth functioning of operations.
- Assigned tasks to staff based on their qualifications and experience level.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on machinery used in the manufacturing process.
- Read and understood design specifications, blueprints and manufacturing directives.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols and regulations in the manufacturing process.
- Supervised a team of 30+ employees in the manufacturing area.
- Inspected finished products for defects before they were shipped out to customers.
- Monitored production performance and ensured quality standards were met.
- Developed standard operating procedures for the manufacturing process.
- Assisted machine operators with completing, inspecting and transporting finished pieces.
- Maintained workflow by monitoring the steps of processes and observed equipment and personnel.
- Provided technical guidance to staff on manufacturing processes and troubleshooting issues.
- Maintained accurate records related to production activities such as costs, output levels, inventory levels.
- Prepared monthly reports summarizing production activity and presented them to management.
- Determined areas in need of improvement and managed resolutions.
- Placed orders for new parts and materials for operations.
- Managed areas of manufacturing, safety, inventory control and process implementation.
- Documented and submitted employee attendance and work hours.
- Analyzed data from production reports and identified areas needing improvement.
- Reviewed customer orders and assigned jobs accordingly ensuring that deadlines are met.
- Resolved conflicts between workers within the department or with other departments.
- Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion.
- Conferred with management and subordinates to resolve problems or complaints.
- Set up and adjusted machines and equipment to produce pre-determined results.
- Read and interpreted work order specifications and information to plan, schedule and carry out jobs effectively.
- Calculated labor and equipment requirements and production specifications using standard formulas to boost sustainability.
- Enforced company policies, answered coworkers' questions and trained new personnel.
- Prepared operations data to produce comprehensive reports to management.
- Observed and monitored utilization of equipment.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Education
High School Diploma -
Marion High School
Marion. SC05-1980
Skills
- Quality control
- Shift scheduling
- Process improvement
- Standard operating procedures
- Inventory management
- Production workflow optimization
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
- Equipment maintenance
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Performance evaluation
- Cultural awareness
- Calm under pressure
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- PPE compliance
- PPE use
- Team building
- Interpersonal communication
- Relationship building
- Planning
Timeline
Manufacturing Supervisor
AVM Industries
01.1988 - Current
High School Diploma -
Marion High School