Eric Berkowitz
Granada Hills
Summary
Results-driven Operations Supervisor with a proven track record in team leadership, process improvement, and safety compliance. Expertise in driving operational excellence and fostering collaboration across departments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Supervisor
Woodward Inc.
Santa Clarita
02.2023 - Current
- Supervised daily operations of teams exceeding 35 members, ensuring workflow efficiency and safety standards.
- Coordinated team schedules to ensure optimal staffing levels met production demands.
- Established performance metrics to evaluate operational efficiency and guide team objectives.
- Developed and implemented process improvements that enhanced productivity and minimized waste through lean manufacturing.
- Led and supported multiple kaizens across various departments to drive continuous improvement.
- Facilitated cross-departmental collaboration to enhance operations and service delivery.
- Conducted regular safety audits to verify compliance with company regulations.
- Recruited, interviewed, and selected candidates to fill vacant positions effectively.
Mechanical Assembler
Woodward Inc
Santa Clarita
06.2019 - 02.2023
- Assembled and tested mechanical components per engineering specifications and safety guidelines for OEM and RO.
- Operated hand and power tools to fabricate assembly parts, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve precise assembly processes, enhancing overall product quality.
- Conducted quality inspections on assembled products to verify compliance with standards.
- Maintained a clean, organized workspace to promote productivity and safety.
- Trained new staff on assembly techniques and equipment operation procedures, improving onboarding effectiveness.
Project Manager
Matrix Imaging Inc
Lake Forest
02.2015 - 06.2018
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure timely execution of multiple projects.
- Managed resource allocation across various projects to optimize efficiency.
- Developed and maintained project schedules utilizing project management software.
- Directed multiple teams at various sites to fulfill customer demands efficiently.
Operations Supervisor
Matrix Imaging Inc
Chatsworth
08.2010 - 02.2018
- Supervised daily operations to maintain workflow efficiency and safety standards.
- Managed daily site operations to ensure efficiency and compliance with safety standards.
- Coordinated logistics and scheduling for staff and equipment across multiple projects.
- Trained and mentored team members on best practices in site management procedures.
- Facilitated communication between upper management and frontline staff members.
Education
High School Diploma -
Monroe High
Los Angeles, CA04-2004
Skills
- Process improvement
- Team leadership
- Lean manufacturing
- Safety compliance
- Performance metrics
- Operations management
- Employee training
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- Cross-functional collaboration
- MRP and ERP systems
- Employee development
- Root-cause analysis
- Lean manufacturing principles
Timeline
Operations Supervisor
Woodward Inc.
02.2023 - Current
Mechanical Assembler
Woodward Inc
06.2019 - 02.2023
Project Manager
Matrix Imaging Inc
02.2015 - 06.2018
Operations Supervisor
Matrix Imaging Inc
08.2010 - 02.2018
High School Diploma -
Monroe High