Supply Chain Production Supervisor

Charles Gono, Jr.

***********@*****.*** 763-***-**** Brooklyn Center, MN

SUMMARY

Experienced production management professional with 17 years in operations and supply chain management, currently serving as Production Supervisor at Steris, AST. Proven track record in driving safety, quality, delivery, and cost improvements, with expertise in process optimization and strategic planning. Seeking to leverage strong analytical and project management skills in a Production Management role. WORK EXPERIENCE

Steris, AST Minneapolis

Production Supervisor Jun 2023 - Present

• Ensure the attainment of production goals by fostering inter-shift communication and sharing best practices among teams.

• Drive enhancements in safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance through strategic prioritization and effective team management.

• Implement immediate responses to operational abnormalities by identifying, documenting, and segregating nonconforming materials.

• Facilitate a robust safety culture by enforcing PPE use, conducting safety training, and leading investigations of near-miss incidents.

Bestbuy Health

Manager - Production & Supply Chain Operation Jun 2016 - Dec 2022

• Developed and implemented sourcing strategies to optimize cost efficiencies and support business objectives.

• Achieved annual cost reductions on raw materials, goods, and services, aligning with the operating plan and key performance indicators.

• Managed supplier relationships, ensuring effective collaboration with third-party contractors through rigorous scorecard development and quarterly business reviews.

• Leveraged supplier intelligence and market analysis to adjust material pricing, maintaining procurement integrity and minimizing purchase price variance.

Boston Scientific

Mfg. Engineering Project Coordinator Aug 2014 - Jun 2016

• Coordinated operation control functions of Manufacturing Excellence Systems, interfacing with Quality, Planning, Engineering, and Production to ensure adherence to standards and protocols.

• Maintained and tested the SWR system, recommending process validation and improvements for operational efficiency.

• Updated and revised operational files and procedures to support the development of new Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).

LSG Sky Chefs

Coordinator-Center of Excellence (COE) Feb 2014 - Aug 2014

• Evaluated and enhanced operational control functions, ensuring compliance and recommending process improvements for validation. Updated, maintained, and executed operation files and procedures.

• Analyzed and reconciled daily, weekly, and monthly operations while supporting management teams to achieve key business performance targets.

Gruma Corporations

Operations Supervisor Mar 2007 - Feb 2014

• Coordinated the implementation and analysis of methodologies to enhance operational efficiency, production processes, and schedules, consistently meeting or exceeding planned KPIs.

• Ensured product safety and quality by adhering to all applicable rules, regulations, policies, and programs.

• Implemented quality-control programs and facilitated continuous improvement activities, coaching and developing supervisors to align with business objectives. EDUCATION

University of Minnesota

BSc, Manufacturing Management

Hennepin Technical College

Diploma, Industrial Electricity

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

Certificate

McKinsey Academy

Business Management Strategy

HACCP, Food Safety, Risk Control, and Internal Auditing SKILLS

Analytical Thinking, Decision Making and Problem-Solving Skills. • Strategic Planning, Process Optimization • Excellence Personal Communication Skills. • Project Management Skills: Influencing, Leading, Negotiating and Delegating Abilities. • Total Preventive Maintenance Driven With Mechanical and Technical Hands-on Expertise • Adaptability and Tolerant to Stressed Situations.

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