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Ken Thomas

Rockmart

Summary

Results-driven production professional prepared for demanding roles in manufacturing and operations management. Proven track record of enhancing production efficiency and maintaining high-quality standards. Focused on team collaboration and adaptability to changing project needs, with strong skills in process optimization and leadership.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Production Manager

HPPG
09.2017 - Current
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
  • Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
  • Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.

Quality Control Manager

HPPG
01.2007 - 09.2017
  • Followed quality standards and procedures to minimize errors and maximize customer satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify potential areas of improvement in production processes, leading to enhanced product quality.
  • Spearheaded root cause analysis investigations when needed, determining underlying issues and recommending appropriate fixes.
  • Participated in regular management review meetings, providing updates on quality control performance and suggesting areas for improvement.
  • While employed in this position I mastered the use of tools and processes necessary for me and my team to provide reliable efficient quality within our work and product.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH
05-1987

Skills

  • Production planning
  • Operations management
  • Staff management
  • Production scheduling
  • Continuous improvements
  • Team development
  • Safety management
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Quality control
  • Materials management
  • Quality inspection
  • Quality assurance training
  • Cost reduction

Certification

  • Osha 10 safety certified
  • heavy equipment certified
  • LOTO certified
  • CPR certified
  • Six Sigma Certification

Timeline

Production Manager

HPPG
09.2017 - Current

Quality Control Manager

HPPG
01.2007 - 09.2017

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

Youngstown State University
Ken Thomas