Brett Weenink
Perth,WA
Summary
Equipped to take reigns of any average production line and bring about remarkable results. Highly analytical and organized with detail-oriented mentality and flexible nature to handle any challenge. Thorough Production Superintendent possessing [Number] years of hands-on experience as a [Job title] in the [Industry] industry. A results-driven and dedicated professional with wide-ranging experience in planning and leading operations in small and large manufacturing environments. Areas of expertise include [Area of expertise] and [Area of expertise].
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Superintendent
Midland Brick (BGC Australia)
Perth, WA
01.2016 - Current
- Addressed personnel issues and scheduling conflicts promptly.
- Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
- Directed key personnel in correct production techniques to achieve required quality.
- Developed and implemented cost controls and other expense reduction measures.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow and output.
- Oversaw workforce of [Number] employees in manufacturing department.
- Assessed manufacturing processes and recommended improvements to increase productivity.
- Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees and worked with Human Resources to meet changing production schedules.
- Planned and organized production schedules and assessed project and resource requirements.
Production Day Supervisor
Brikmakers (BGC Australia)
Perth, WA
01.2011 - 01.2016
- Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures and unavoidable delays.
- Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
- Implemented program changes to identify and quickly resolve root cause issues bottlenecking production levels.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Boosted production throughput and quality by revamping procedures and monitoring strategies.
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
- Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
- Produced payroll activities documentation and reports to meet corporate guidelines and promote transparency.
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
Production Shift Supervisor
Brikmakers (BGC Australia)
Perth, WA
11.2008 - 01.2011
- Prepared shift summary reports for supervisor and communicated regularly on goals and progress.
- Delivered superior training and leadership to teams to boost performance and help team members achieve performance targets.
- Documented daily production and materials usage in [Software] to track data for [Job title] review.
- Delivered successful training to more than [Number] employees during tenure, educating on successful work processes and productivity strategies.
- Analyzed, troubleshooting software problems and communicated possible solutions with development team.
- Coordinated with technical liaisons and construction team members to address technical issues for meeting project requirements.
- Supervised production workers to identify areas in need of improvement for high-quality production.
- Liaised between production and quality assurance departments to streamline processes and increase daily productivity.
- Developed checklists to coordinate inspections with departmental managers.
Team Leader/Relief Supervisor
Midland Brick (Boral)
Perth, WA
06.2006 - 11.2008
- Set up and calibrated machinery to meet specific production requirements and meet desired tolerances.
- Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity, accuracy and commitment to friendly service.
- Monitored workshop work flow for over 50 employees.
- Initiated timely response to emails, voicemails and written correspondence.
- Assisted [Type] offices with business development and customer service.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes and grinders.
- Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups.
- Established parameters for each job to attain high scores on production test.
- Set accurate feed rates and trimming protocols to maintain efficient production and meet schedule demands.
Machine Operator
Midland Brick (Boral)
Perth, WA
03.2004 - 06.2006
- Manually set up machinery, lathes and grinders.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Identified malfunctions or failures by routinely monitoring and analyzing equipment operations.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Set accurate feed rates and trimming protocols to maintain efficient production and meet schedule demands.
- Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups.
Quality Control Technician and Machine Operator
Masterfoods
Whanganui, New Zealand
04.2002 - 02.2004
- Determined root cause of deviations and non-conforming results and implemented appropriate corrective and preventive actions throughout product development process.
- Developed and audited practices, programs and reporting system metrics for optimal efficiency.
- Identified and resolved variances to bring products in line with requirements.
- Helped uncover and fix production problems in order to reduce overall defect rates.
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
- Inspected [Product or Service] and compared against standards to meet regulatory requirements.
- Liaised between quality control and other departments and contractors, providing project updates and consultation.
- Performed visual assessment of products to evaluate conformance with quality standards.
- Helped with change-overs and set up to assist with job preparation and production functions.
- Managed open and close of batch process from start to completion for batch tracking.
- Collected batch samples of product for quality control.
- Maintained quality of product by checking labels, packaging and other factors.
- Monitored machine operation for compliance with policies, procedures and processes.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
Builder and Landscaper
Premier Landscape And Developments
Auckland, New Zealand
01.2000 - 12.2001
- Completed precise joining and high-quality finish work by properly anchoring and bracing structures.
- Organized project work by reading blueprints and assessing job specifications to determine optimal plans.
- Led garages, residential homes and addition projects to completion.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring and cabinetry.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Set and built form systems and set embeds.
- Installed interior doors and hardware, accessories, cubicle curtain tracks and TV brackets.
- Constructed [Number] residential decks, carports, garages and sunrooms.
- Read and effectively used truss-roof prints to cut and set roofs accordingly.
- Installed drywall, ceilings, trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
- Planted bulbs, trees, bushes and flowers for residential and commercial clients.
- Applied mulch to garden beds for protection against weeds and unwanted growth.
- Designed and drafted planting plans for formal gardens and perennial flowerbeds.
- Created striking landscape designs, applying years of diverse industry knowledge.
Builder
Ian Weenink
Whanganui, New Zealand
01.1999 - 01.2000
Farm Worker
Henry Matthews
Waitotara, New Zealand
01.1998 - 01.1999
Education
Certificate in Horticultue And Landscaping - Horticulture
Whanganui Polytechinc
Whanganui12.1997
School Certificate + 6th Form Certificate -
Whanganui City College
New Zealand12.1996
Skills
- Assembly and production
- Production optimization
- Production line management
- Manufacturing management
- Production team motivation
- Corrective measures planning
- Data monitoring
- Manufacturing activities planning
- Staff Management
- Quality inspection
- Project Management
- Quality assurance
- Practices safety and sanitation standards
- Continuous improvements
- Strong leadership abilities
- Operations management
- Production planning
- Materials management
- Safety and compliance
Timeline
Production Superintendent
Midland Brick (BGC Australia)
01.2016 - Current
Production Day Supervisor
Brikmakers (BGC Australia)
01.2011 - 01.2016
Production Shift Supervisor
Brikmakers (BGC Australia)
11.2008 - 01.2011
Team Leader/Relief Supervisor
Midland Brick (Boral)
06.2006 - 11.2008
Machine Operator
Midland Brick (Boral)
03.2004 - 06.2006
Quality Control Technician and Machine Operator
Masterfoods
04.2002 - 02.2004
Builder and Landscaper
Premier Landscape And Developments
01.2000 - 12.2001
Builder
Ian Weenink
01.1999 - 01.2000
Farm Worker
Henry Matthews
01.1998 - 01.1999
Certificate in Horticultue And Landscaping - Horticulture
Whanganui Polytechinc
School Certificate + 6th Form Certificate -
Whanganui City College