Adam Blacksher
Placentia
Summary
Dynamic Scheduler with extensive experience in production planning, scheduling, and supply chain management. Proven track record of optimizing manufacturing schedules, reducing lead times, and improving efficiency. Skilled in coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure schedule’s alignment with production goals and customer demands. Excel in utilizing various scheduling tools and software to streamline processes and enhance productivity. Dedicated to driving continuous improvement and achieving operational excellence in fast-paced manufacturing environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Planner Sr.
Oliver Health Care Packaging
05.2022 - Current
- Schedule production tasks and timelines, ensuring optimal workflow and timely completion of manufacturing processes.
- Manage procurement lead times with vendors, ensuring seamless supply chain operations and material availability.
- Create and implement efficient work processes for scheduling, enhancing productivity and operational efficiency.
- Oversee lead times management, optimizing production schedules to meet project deadlines and customer requirements.
- Daily Tier 1 meetings with MFG, CCR’S and Management to ensure that we are on track for the day.
- SAP local super user
Planner/Scheduler
Thales Avionics
08.2013 - 01.2021
- Engineered production schedules and managed material flow to ensure timely and efficient completion of manufacturing tasks.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including Sales and Buyers, to resolve production issues and meet customer requirements.
- Monitored inventory levels using MRP and SAP systems, ensured optimal stock availability, and minimized shortages and excesses.
- Prepared and submitted comprehensive status and performance reports, providing insights into production progress and material inventory.
- Weekly SIOP meetings to ensure alignment with all departments and our customers.
Order Admin/SAP Trainer
Thales Avionics
09.2012 - 02.2013
- Oversaw and tracked all incoming products and purchase orders, ensured accuracy and timely processing, and maintained inventory levels.
- Coordinated outbound shipments and resolved disputed invoices, maintaining high customer service and satisfaction standards.
- Executed SAP implementation and data reconciliation, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and data accuracy.
- Directed a team of 15 material handlers, utilizing MS Excel to create detailed spreadsheets and extract critical information for reporting.
Crew Member
Sara Lee
07.2011 - 08.2012
- Monitored and itemized incoming merchandise using digital scanners, ensuring accurate inventory tracking and efficient organization of products.
- Organized items systematically within the warehouse, improving accessibility and streamlining overall operations for enhanced productivity.
- Maintained cleanliness and orderliness of the warehouse, promoting a safe work environment and adhering to company standards.
- Assisted team members with various tasks and collaborating on projects, enhancing overall team productivity and workflow efficiency.
Traffic Coordinator
Stauber Performance Ingredients
06.2008 - 07.2009
Crew Member
02.2006 - 06.2008
Education
High School Diploma -
Granite Hills High School
Apple Valley, CA06.2004
Skills
- Proficient in overseeing the MPS, analyzing results, and addressing planning exceptions to ensure smooth production operations
- Strong capacity to coordinate activities across departments to assess plan feasibility against capacities and take proactive measures to mitigate potential issues
- Well-versed in analyzing market demand to evaluate its impact on schedules and lead times across all project phases, utilizing reports and charts to communicate insights
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills to communicate effectively with all organizational levels and deliver executive-level presentations
- Knowledgeable about industry-standard scheduling practices, ensuring accurate implementation to optimize schedules and improve efficiency
- Ability to simplify complex problems, develop solutions, and drive implementation using analytical thinking and data-driven insights
- Master Production Scheduling (MPS) Management
- Interdepartmental Coordination
- Market Demand Analysis
- Industry Scheduling Best Practices
- MRP (Material Requirements Planning)
- SAP Warehouse Management
- Project Management
- Time Management
- Change Management
- Consulting and Negotiation
- Avionics
- ERP Systems
- Microsoft Office Suite
Timeline
Production Planner Sr.
Oliver Health Care Packaging
05.2022 - Current
Planner/Scheduler
Thales Avionics
08.2013 - 01.2021
Order Admin/SAP Trainer
Thales Avionics
09.2012 - 02.2013
Crew Member
Sara Lee
07.2011 - 08.2012
Traffic Coordinator
Stauber Performance Ingredients
06.2008 - 07.2009
Crew Member
02.2006 - 06.2008
High School Diploma -
Granite Hills High School