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Douglas Sarver

Madisonville

Summary

Production supervisor with a proven track record within the Steel and Automotive industries, excelling in continuous improvement and quality control. Skilled in training and mentoring teams, I enhanced productivity and compliance through effective communication and safety protocols. Committed to fostering a collaborative environment while optimizing operational efficiency.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Handyman Service

Owner
Madisonville, TN
02.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with clients to understand project requirements and delivered tailored services based on needs for residential and commercial property.
  • Managed available parts, tools, and materials inventory to maintain prompt response capability and bidding.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by actively listening to client concerns and effectively communicating solutions to their problems.
  • Maintained clean and organized workspaces, enhancing efficiency and promoting safety standards on job sites.

Production Supervisor

Carlex Glass
Vonore, TN
07.2022 - 02.2024
  • Oversaw daily production operations, ensuring adherence to safety standards and quality control measures that started each day with a pre-shift meeting.
  • Trained new employees on operational procedures and safety protocols, enhancing team competency.
  • Conducted regular inspections of production lines, identifying areas for quality enhancement and compliance using root cause analysis and maintained areas as a 5S Champion.
  • Maintained compliance with health and safety regulations, conducting regular audits and risk assessments.
  • Increased team morale and productivity by fostering inclusive and supportive work environment. I maintained all personnel records, including disciplinary actions if issues could not be resolved through coaching and counseling.

Production Supervisor

Adler Pelzer Group
Athens, TN
10.2021 - 06.2022
  • Oversaw daily production operations, ensuring adherence to safety standards and quality control measures.
  • Coordinated workflow among team members, optimizing resource allocation for maximum efficiency.
  • Implemented process improvements that reduced downtime and increased overall productivity levels.
  • Monitored equipment performance, troubleshooting issues to minimize disruptions in production schedules by following Standardized 5S and KPI monitoring.

Assistant Production Manager

FCC Adams
Berne, IN
12.2019 - 09.2020
  • Communicate all production needs to direct reports and Department Managers .
  • Perform daily safety and SOP with team members.
  • Provided continuous improvement throughout the facility using Standardized 5S and identifying crucial KPI's.
  • Monitor maintain daily inventory levels.
  • Perform root cause analysis process for all quality and production failures.

Handyman/Owner/Operator

DT Contracting
Crawfordsville, IN
04.2012 - 10.2019
  • Performed repairs and maintenance on residential and commercial properties, ensuring high-quality standards.
  • Trained junior staff on best practices for tool usage and safety protocols to enhance team capabilities.
  • Collaborated with clients to assess needs, providing tailored solutions for various home improvement projects.
  • Built and repaired decks, fences and sheds to improve overall appearance of homes.

Production Coordinator

ThyssenKrupp Steel
Calvert, AL
01.2010 - 04.2012
  • Led a team of of new hires and contractors during the Greenfield construction of the coating lines.
  • Was involved in leading the startup and commissioning in the coating department during both hot and cold phases.
  • Assisted the team members with developing JSA's , SOP's, and Safety Procedures.
  • Trained new employees and maintained all team members records.
  • Performed daily safety and quality audits with team members.

Shift Manager

ArcelorMittal USA
Burns Harbor, IN
11.2006 - 01.2010

Started out at the Hennepin, IL facility until the plant closure and trans for the Burns Harbor facility. Performed as a shift manager in the Cold Mill departments at both facilities.

  • Responsible for the Cold Mill production lines: continuous pickle lines, 5-stand tandem mills, temper mills (single and 2-stand), galvanizing and slitter lines.
  • Responsible for air quality, hot work permits, confined space entry, and utility checks.
  • Performed daily pre-shift meeting covering all safety and production needs and safety audits.
  • Maintained personnel and training records per the BLA.
  • Performed shift production and quality reports and communicated it to the Department Managers.

Education

No Degree -

Vincennes University
Vincennes, Indiana, IN

High School Diploma -

Crawfordsville High School
Crawfordsville
01-1990

Skills

  • Continuous improvement
  • Production management
  • Training and mentoring
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Staff management
  • Quality control
  • Worker training
  • Equipment monitoring
  • Standard operating procedures

Timeline

Handyman Service

Owner
02.2024 - Current

Production Supervisor

Carlex Glass
07.2022 - 02.2024

Production Supervisor

Adler Pelzer Group
10.2021 - 06.2022

Assistant Production Manager

FCC Adams
12.2019 - 09.2020

Handyman/Owner/Operator

DT Contracting
04.2012 - 10.2019

Production Coordinator

ThyssenKrupp Steel
01.2010 - 04.2012

Shift Manager

ArcelorMittal USA
11.2006 - 01.2010

No Degree -

Vincennes University

High School Diploma -

Crawfordsville High School
Douglas Sarver