KEN KERR
LASHBURN,Saskatchewan
Summary
Experienced in senior-level operations, production and distribution. Promotes wide range of experience in planning and leading operations in manufacturing environment. Well-versed in contributing to company growth by implementing continuous process improvement, production optimization and high-performance team development. Background includes managing field operators and production admins as production foreman in fast-paced production environment. Bringing 25 years of related experience and dedication to meeting and exceeding performance targets. Safety-driven and responsive to changing workflows and company demands.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Foreman
West Lake Energy
Lloydminster, AB
06.2012 - Current
- Learned how to respond to emergency situations to prevent personal injuries and property damage.
- Mitigated production issue risks by identifying potential problems and taking effective action.
- Diagnosed and performed troubleshooting for problems with gas collection systems.
- Implemented cost-saving measures to reduce expenses and improve efficiency.
- Reduced process lags by managing employees and training on best practices to ensure optimal productivity.
- Kept informed about new products, processes and technologies applicable to the industry.
- Directed and coordinated the activities of production workers to ensure efficient operation of the plant.
- Identified areas for improvement in processes and equipment utilization.
- Performed maintenance checks on all machines used in the production process.
- Supervised, trained and evaluated production staff in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Ensured safe working conditions by enforcing safety regulations and inspecting equipment regularly.
- Analyzed data from production reports to identify trends or issues requiring action and correction.
- Improved efficiency by minimizing downtime.
- Oversaw production budget and approved expenditures to direct spending.
- Communicated effectively with vendors regarding supplies needed for production.
- Developed and administered budgets for inventory, labor hours and overhead expenses.
- Coordinated preventive maintenance on existing and new production equipment and performed routine calibration.
- Kept permits current and accurate for legally-sound operations.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
Production Field Operator
Rife Resources
Lloydminster, AB
04.2006 - 11.2010
- Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
- Monitored machine operation and verified performance met production requirements.
- Assisted in the operation of production equipment to ensure maximum efficiency and output.
- Troubleshot and resolved mechanical issues with production equipment quickly and efficiently.
- Exercised standard operating procedures to perform sampling, spin cuts and loading of crude oil.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while operating machinery.
- Maintained accurate records of production data such as yields, downtime.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
- Performed regular maintenance on production machinery and equipment as needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Battleford Comprehensive
North Battleford, SK06-1985
Skills
- Quality Control
- Business Management
- Production and Processing
- Resource Allocation
- Production Problem Resolution
- Cost Control Programs
- SCADA Software
- Critical Thinking
- Process Planning
- Production Reports Maintenance
- SCADA
- Emergency Response
- Employee Performance Reviews
- KPI Tracking
- Schedule Management
- Staff Scheduling
- Maintenance Scheduling
- Report Writing
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Troubleshooting Skills
- Corrective Maintenance
- Budget Development
- New Employee Hiring
- Environmental Compliance
- Preventive Maintenance Programs
Timeline
Production Foreman
West Lake Energy
06.2012 - Current
Production Field Operator
Rife Resources
04.2006 - 11.2010
High School Diploma -
North Battleford Comprehensive
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