Ron Walker
Waverly
Summary
Dynamic Production Scheduling Manager with a proven track record at Neenah Foundry, excelling in logistics coordination and workflow optimization. Skilled in ERP systems and KPI tracking, I successfully enhanced production efficiency and reduced costs while fostering a collaborative team environment. Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Scheduling Manager
Neenah Foundry
01.2010 - Current
- Set schedules for 6 staff by planning and designating shifts and hours.
- Tracked progress of manufacturing orders using Excel software.
- Planned operations to meet established schedules, factoring in order demands and business forecasts.
- Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
- Updated management and clients on progress of production.
- Coordinated with other departments to align production with customer requirements.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocking schedules to avoid production delays from unavailable materials.
- Scrutinized production output and identified areas for improvement.
- Tracked progress of manufacturing orders using Excel software.
Pattern Shop Manager
Neenah Foundry
06.2007 - Current
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Maintained safe working environment by enforcing adherence to safety and security protocols.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
AutoCAD Draftsman
Neenah Foundry
08.1993 - Current
- Reviewed specifications to generate complex details of individual system components.
- Managed drafting and design for over 100 projects from concept through delivery.
- Created CAD models and drawings for all types of municipal iron casting designs.
- Used computer-aided design software to prepare blueprints and schematics.
- Interpreted many architectural and engineering sketches to create detailed blueprints for construction projects using AutoCAD.
- Developed CAD drawings from hand sketches, verbal instructions, and site visits.
- Interpreted technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports to make revisions to CAD drawings.
- Consulted with project managers, design consultants and sub-contractors to produce and alter drawings.
Education
Associate of Science - Engineering Drafting
Southeast Community College
Lincoln, NESkills
- Logistics coordination
- Workflow optimization
- Cost reduction
- ERP systems
- KPI tracking
- Production management
- QA experience
- Capacity planning
- Production control
Timeline
Production Scheduling Manager
Neenah Foundry
01.2010 - Current
Pattern Shop Manager
Neenah Foundry
06.2007 - Current
AutoCAD Draftsman
Neenah Foundry
08.1993 - Current
Associate of Science - Engineering Drafting
Southeast Community College
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