Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
References
Certification
Timeline
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Robert  Smart

Robert Smart

Mississauga,ON

Summary

Manufacturing Production Supervisor with extensive experience at Kingspan Insulated Panels, specializing in lean manufacturing and effective team leadership. Demonstrated ability to enhance workflow efficiency while maintaining strict safety and quality standards. Proficient in data analysis and conflict resolution, contributing to continuous improvement and operational excellence in demanding settings.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manufacturing Production Supervisor

Kingspan Insulated Panels
Caledon, Ontario
10.2020 - 03.2025
  • Directed daily production operations, enhancing workflow efficiency and reducing waste.
  • Led a team of over 50 workers, implementing lean practices to boost productivity.
  • Developed and enforced safety policies in compliance with OSHA regulations.
  • Created weekly work schedules, optimizing labor costs while meeting customer demands.
  • Conducted performance reviews, identifying areas for employee improvement.
  • Monitored quality control standards, ensuring products met customer specifications.
  • Resolved employee grievances related to safety, productivity, or morale issues.
  • Analyzed production data to pinpoint trends and areas for operational enhancement.

Production/Production Machine Operator

Kingspan Insulated Panels
Caledon, Ontario
05.2017 - 10.2020
  • Conducted tests on automated systems to ensure proper functioning prior to start-up operations.
  • Monitored machine performance and performed routine maintenance for optimal operation.
  • Strictly adhered to safety protocols while handling hazardous materials and chemicals.
  • Trained new operators on machinery usage and adherence to operating procedures.
  • Developed innovative solutions to enhance efficiency throughout production processes.
  • Inspected finished products using precision measuring instruments for quality conformance.
  • Organized workflow effectively to meet customer deadlines while maintaining high quality standards.
  • Maintained accurate records of production output, scrap rates, and daily logs.

Education

High School Diploma -

Marant Bay High School
Jamaica
06-2009

Skills

  • Production management
  • Lean manufacturing
  • Work scheduling
  • Team leadership
  • Process improvement
  • Problem solving
  • Data analysis
  • Operational efficiency
  • Safety compliance
  • Quality control
  • Effective communication
  • Conflict resolution
  • Time management
  • Workforce planning
  • Production scheduling
  • Machine operation
  • Waste reduction
  • Labor relations
  • Health and safety
  • Standard operating procedures
  • ISO standards
  • 5S methodology
  • Productivity improvement
  • Manufacturing processes
  • Worker training
  • Materials handling
  • Assembly and production
  • Housekeeping oversight
  • Quality assurance
  • Compliance
  • Production and processing
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Continuous improvement
  • Employee leadership
  • Production targets

Affiliations

English Professional

References

References available upon request.

Certification

Forklifts

Supervisor Duediligence

Emergency First Aider
Occupational Safety & Health (OSHA) Certification (Optional Placeholder)
ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems (Optional Placeholder)

Timeline

Manufacturing Production Supervisor

Kingspan Insulated Panels
10.2020 - 03.2025

Production/Production Machine Operator

Kingspan Insulated Panels
05.2017 - 10.2020

High School Diploma -

Marant Bay High School
Robert Smart