Jon Thornton
LaGrange
Summary
Industrious Assembly Supervisor commended as results-oriented and decisive leader in manufacturing industry. Skilled in training assemblers, reinforcing organization rules, setting production goals, and scheduling shifts. Excellent multitasker with first-rate coordination and organizational skills. Proficient.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2009
2009
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assembly Supervisor
SK Batteries
Commerce
10.2024 - Current
- Supervised assembly line operations to ensure timely production schedules.
- Trained new team members on safety protocols and assembly procedures.
- Monitored quality control standards during battery assembly processes.
- Gemba walk
- Kaivan
- Lean
- 1 hour report
- 2 hour report
- ADP
- Corrective Actions
- 5S weekly Report
- KPI
- Morning Meeting
- EOS Meeting
- 3M
- 5 why
- Scrap
- Production
- 12 hour shifts
- Effextivr Commercials between departments
- Team members monthly evaluations
- MES
- 10 leadership classes yearly
- 10 safety classes yearly
- Eos reports
- Excel
- Word
- Power point
- OTias
- Confluence
- Down time report
- Continuous improvement
- Ensured compliance with workplace safety regulations throughout the facility.
- Motivated employees in achieving daily production goals and targets.
- Assisted in investigations of accidents.
- Conducted visual inspections and checked for product defects.
- Performed inventory control and logging for merchandise in receiving area.
- Trained new employees on proper use of tools, machines, and equipment used in the assembly process.
- Adjusted machine settings according to instructions provided by engineers or technicians.
- Implemented corrective actions when discrepancies occurred during product inspection.
- Organized resources to ensure efficient completion of tasks within established timelines.
- Provided feedback to team members regarding their performance and areas needing improvement.
- Developed methods for tracking inventory levels throughout the entire assembly process.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through improved processes or new technology solutions.
- Drafted schedules for personnel working on the assembly line and monitored adherence to them.
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered materials as needed.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production reports.
- Developed strategies to increase productivity and reduce costs on the assembly line.
- Assisted with recruiting efforts by interviewing potential candidates for open positions.
- Created detailed reports outlining progress made towards meeting production goals.
- Analyzed data from previous production runs to identify potential issues that could arise during future runs.
- Oversaw and coordinated the activities of assembly line workers.
Group Leader
Hyundai Transys powertrain
Westpoint
07.2013 - 10.2024
- Led a team in assembling powertrain components for automotive applications.
- Coordinated production schedules to meet project deadlines effectively.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Ensured compliance with quality standards during manufacturing operations.
- Implemented inventory management practices to optimize stock levels.
- Facilitated communication between departments to enhance collaboration.
- Monitored equipment performance and conducted routine maintenance checks.
- Worked with other group leaders to identify and resolve issues between teams.
- Provided assistance with conflict resolution among team members.
- Kept areas clean, neat, and inspection-ready to comply with product guidelines.
- Identified training needs for group members; provided instruction when appropriate.
- Assisted newly hired team members by explaining company procedures and safety requirements.
- Communicated objectives and implementation tactics to meet organizational goals.
- Motivated teams to reach their highest potential by setting achievable goals.
- Coached and developed direct reports to lead problem-solving activities.
- Managed resources and delegated tasks to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Implemented improved initiatives to optimize safety and quality.
- Monitored progress on projects, providing feedback and support as needed.
- Planned work schedules based on individual strengths, weaknesses, job requirements.
Education
Communication IT
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ 01.2023 - 01.2025
Accounting
La Grange College
LaGrange, GA 03.2006 - 08.2007
Accounting
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA 08.2003 - 05.2005
Callaway High School
LaGrange, GASkills
- Assembly line supervision
- Quality control monitoring
- Production scheduling
- Inventory management
Certification
- OSH 30
- 6 Sigma
- Lean Yellow Belt
- Leadership 101
- Leadership 201
Timeline
Assembly Supervisor
SK Batteries
10.2024 - Current
Communication IT
University of Phoenix
01.2023 - 01.2025
Group Leader
Hyundai Transys powertrain
07.2013 - 10.2024
Accounting
La Grange College
03.2006 - 08.2007
Accounting
Georgia Southern University
08.2003 - 05.2005
Callaway High School