Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic
April Bower

April Bower

Downingtown

Summary

Dynamic Production Manager with a proven track record in process improvement, quality control, and team leadership. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency and safety compliance while driving workforce development. Having 20+ years of experience in manufacturing, worked her way up from the baseline employee to the role she holds at current. She holds each task as significant, and exemplifies the highest of standards.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Manager

Sanders Saws and Blades
Honey Brook
09.2005 - Current
  • Implemented process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and reduce waste in production workflows.
  • Developed production plans aligning with customer demand and resource availability.
  • Facilitated training programs to enhance team skills in equipment operation and safety protocols.
  • Conducted quality control inspections to maintain high standards in product output.
  • Established safety compliance protocols, reducing workplace incidents and promoting a safe work environment.
  • Evaluated production metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
  • Scheduled workforce shifts to ensure optimal staffing levels throughout production cycles.
  • Trained new employees on proper use of equipment, safety procedures, and job functions.
  • Monitored the daily operations of the production team, providing guidance and support as needed.
  • Developed and implemented production schedules to ensure timely completion of projects.
  • Monitored equipment, checked supplies and coordinated manpower to meet expected demand.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of materials throughout the production process.
  • Resolved conflicts among personnel within the department when necessary.
  • Created SOPs and documented system, planning criteria and procedures.
  • Coordinated production requirements with material handling and staffing functions.
  • Improved efficiency by minimizing downtime.

Education

Finance

United States Marine Corps
Parris Island, SC
01-2000

High School Diploma -

Twin Valley High School
Elverson, PA
06-1999

Skills

  • Process improvement
  • Production planning
  • Quality control
  • Safety compliance
  • Team leadership
  • Cross-department coordination
  • Conflict resolution
  • Workforce scheduling
  • Operational oversight
  • Attention to detail
  • Effective communication
  • Lean manufacturing
  • Production scheduling
  • Cost reduction
  • Experienced in production scheduling
  • Production oversight
  • Quality assurance standards
  • Workforce training
  • Quality inspection
  • Continuous improvements

Timeline

Production Manager

Sanders Saws and Blades
09.2005 - Current

Finance

United States Marine Corps

High School Diploma -

Twin Valley High School
April Bower