Danial Curfman
Saint Thomas
Summary
Results-driven Shift Production Supervisor known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialized in workflow optimization, team leadership, and safety protocol adherence. Excel at communication, problem-solving, and adaptability to ensure seamless operations and team cohesion.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Day Shift Production Supervisor
Gates Corperation
Chambersburg
01.2012 - 01.2025
- Maintained accurate records of daily production output.
- Led daily pre-shift meetings with workers about expectations for the day's work.
- Resolved employee disputes in a timely manner.
- Enforced company policies related to attendance, discipline.
- Supervised the shift crew, including assigning tasks and overseeing workflow.
- Investigated customer complaints related to products manufactured during shift hours.
- Provided training to new hires on safety protocols, job duties, and company policies.
- Assessed personnel needs and recruited new staff when necessary.
- Held weekly meetings with shift supervisors and workers to discuss upcoming projects, changes in process.
- Coordinated with other departments regarding scheduling conflicts or issues with supplies and materials.
- Collaborated with management team to set goals for production schedules and timelines.
- Implemented quality control procedures to maintain product standards.
- Established standard operating procedures for all shifts according to company guidelines.
- Monitored employees' performance and provided feedback.
- Troubleshot any mechanical issues that occurred during production runs.
- Ensured production operations ran smoothly and efficiently.
- Addressed any safety concerns that arose during the shift.
- Created detailed reports summarizing production data such as number of units produced, downtime occurrences.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Monitored manufacturing variances to achieve quality improvement while resolving product process and equipment problems.
- Oversaw inventory and physical counts and performed periodic cycle counts to verify outgoing orders.
- Established and updated production schedules to meet changing demands.
- Monitored staff training and output to meet compliance, productivity and revenue goals.
- Oversaw continuous improvement initiatives in lean environment to drive gains in quality, flow and output.
- Maintained top-notch quality control standards and eliminated downtime to maximize revenue.
- Monitored equipment, checked supplies and coordinated manpower to meet expected demand.
- Supported safety programs to reduce and eliminate employee injuries.
- Reviewed individual employee performance to correct issues and enhance productivity.
- Provided input for performance reviews and identified areas for additional improvement.
- Conducted performance reviews to identify and rectify areas for skill improvement.
- Recommended and implemented measures to improve production methods and quality of products.
- Promoted employee safety awareness based on understanding of regulatory mandates and organizational best practices.
- Cultivated communication among senior managers and floor supervisors to encourage optimal productivity.
- Set up, adjusted and maintained machines to operate at peak levels and meet challenging demands.
- Reviewed job specifications to properly set up machines.
- Issued work orders for repairs to plan maintenance of equipment, machinery and vehicles.
- Supported safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on use of control points, equipment and resources.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Developed and implemented significant process improvements to enhance department quality and throughput.
- Performed minor equipment repairs to keep jobs on task and notified maintenance department of major machinery failures.
- Read and interpreted work order specifications and information to plan, schedule and carry out jobs effectively.
- Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion.
- Enforced company policies, answered coworkers' questions and trained new personnel.
- Delegated tasks to multiple employees while maintaining efficient workplace.
- Set up and adjusted machines and equipment to produce pre-determined results.
- Conferred with management and subordinates to resolve problems or complaints.
- Conducted training in equipment operations and safety procedures, briefing employees of hazards associated with work.
- Kept records of employees' attendance and working hours for accurate calculation of billable cycle.
- Directed and coordinated production activities, encouraging employees to meet specifications.
- Calculated labor and equipment requirements and production specifications using standard formulas to boost sustainability.
Production Lead
Gates Corporation
Chambersburg
01.2002 - 01.2012
- Suggested process improvements based on analysis of existing processes.
- Ensured safety regulations were followed by all staff members.
- Monitored the quality of products during production process.
- Assisted in training new personnel in the use of tools and equipment.
- Tracked progress against objectives and reported regularly on progress made.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on equipment and machinery.
- Developed strategies for improving efficiency, productivity, and cost-effectiveness in the production line.
- Provided guidance and support to subordinates in their daily activities.
- Coordinated production schedules and assigned tasks to employees.
- Checked machinery operation visually, addressed issues by performing minor maintenance and escalated serious problems to management or maintenance personnel.
- Developed and enforced safety protocols, significantly reducing workplace accidents.
- Oversaw workstation setup and operation and mobilized production line and shift employees to meet customer quality standards and schedules.
- Checked finished products to ensure quality and that industry standards were met before use.
- Reported problems or concerns with quality, processes, equipment, materials and labor to supervisor.
- Calibrated machines to adhere to quality standards and maintain required productivity levels.
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
- Prepared for work to be completed by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications and part lists.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
- Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
- Followed daily preventive maintenance schedule for cleaning and lubricating machinery.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
Shipping and Receiving Lead
Gates Corporation
Chambersburg
03.1997 - 01.2002
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations while handling hazardous materials.
- Coordinated returns of damaged or incorrect items with suppliers.
- Resolved discrepancies between purchase orders and actual receipts.
- Negotiated rates with carriers to achieve cost savings objectives.
- Scheduled pick-ups and deliveries with carriers in a timely manner.
- Utilized computer systems to track orders throughout the supply chain process.
- Maintained accurate records of incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Developed strategies to improve overall efficiency of shipping and receiving processes.
- Created detailed reports regarding inventory levels, shipment tracking information, and other relevant data.
- Inspected containers for damages or discrepancies prior to accepting them from carriers.
- Performed daily shipping and receiving duties, including verifying items received against invoices or packing slips.
- Maintained high standards of quality control throughout the entire shipping and receiving process.
- Supervised and trained personnel in the proper use of shipping and receiving equipment and procedures.
- Inspected and recorded incoming and outgoing orders for count, damage and dates.
- Packed, sealed or affixed postage to prepare materials for shipping.
- Examined shipment contents and compare with manifests, invoices or orders to verify accuracy.
- Prepared work orders, bills of lading or shipping orders to route materials.
- Operated lift and hand trucks to transfer materials to and from target areas.
- Determined shipping methods, routes or rates for materials to be shipped.
Skills
- Production scheduling
- Quality control
- Equipment maintenance
- Employee training
- Safety compliance
- Process improvement
- Inventory management
- Performance monitoring
- Conflict resolution
- Team leadership
- Standard operating procedures
- Continuous improvement
- Workflow optimization
- Waste minimization
- Effective leadership
- Production planning
- Team management
- Materials handling
- Training and mentoring
- Manufacturing and distribution
- Audit management
- Scheduling coordination
- Quality assurance
- Production targets
- Line maintenance
- Waste reduction
- 6S implementation
- Equipment operation
- Shift checklists
- Assembly and production
- Production and processing
- Manufacturing
- Staff supervision
- Risk assessment
- Equipment troubleshooting
Certification
- CPR
- AED
- Forklift/Electric Palletjack certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Day Shift Production Supervisor
Gates Corperation
01.2012 - 01.2025
Production Lead
Gates Corporation
01.2002 - 01.2012
Shipping and Receiving Lead
Gates Corporation
03.1997 - 01.2002