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Skene McIsaac

Saint John

Summary

Dynamic leader in a fast paced manufacturing environment. I have a proven track record at JDI, enhancing productivity and quality through effective production management and continuous improvement opportunities.

Skilled in training and mentoring, I've led teams to exceed production targets while ensuring health and safety compliance.

My approach combines problem-solving with staff development, driving significant performance improvements.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Production Supervisor

J.D.Irving
04.2022 - Current
  • Provide leadership, support, and direction to a team of 23 unionized employees.
  • Resolve issues quickly in a fast-paced environment to maintain productivity goals, often exceeding our production target for shift.
  • Lead training initiatives to ensure all team members (new and existing) are proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
  • Responsible for administrative report such as scheduling personnel, submitting weekly payroll, and daily reporting to management and employees.
  • Provide clear communication, effective coaching, and address employee concerns to promote a culture of teamwork, accountability, and strong engagement.

Lead Hand

J.D.Irving
01.2020 - 04.2022
  • Coordinated team tasks to meet production targets.
  • Boosted overall productivity and safety to the team by providing hands-on training and guidance to junior team members.
  • Implemented quality control measures to ensure consistent production standards.
  • Optimized workflows with effective communication among team members and supervisors, resulting in higher quality output.

Operator/General Labourer

J.D.Irving
06.2018 - 01.2022
  • Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in a manufacturing environment.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.

Skills

  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Quality Control & Production Management
  • Continuous Improvement Mindset
  • Training and Mentoring of New Hires including Staff
  • Exceed Production Targets
  • Schedule Management
  • Equipment Operation
  • Staff development
  • Problem-solving

Certification

  • Yellow Belt- J.D. Irving
  • Leadership Fundamentals Graduate from J.D. Irving
  • Prosci Course-Taking Charge Of Change
  • Predictive Index Training for Recruitment
  • Forklift Certification
  • Certified for Overhead Crane-10 ton


Timeline

Production Supervisor

J.D.Irving
04.2022 - Current

Lead Hand

J.D.Irving
01.2020 - 04.2022

Operator/General Labourer

J.D.Irving
06.2018 - 01.2022
Skene McIsaac