David Dering

SUMMARY

Experienced Production Supervisor with strong interpersonal skills managing crews for continuous uninterrupted production in both union and non-union shops. Assisted in the development of SOPS and SJPS. Strong knowledge of OSHA and maintaining production with stringent adherence to plant safety. Schedule preventive maintenance to anticipate and prevent problems. Strong skills in instructing, directing, organizing, motivating and coordinating also excellent in problem solving, trouble-shooting and Proficient computer skills. Consistently set high standards, breaking production records.


EMPLOYMENT

Severstal, North America2008-2010
Production Supervisor
Maintained production schedules while insuring quality and safety compliance
Directed Mechanical and Electrical shift Maintenance
Responsible for supervising a variety of units through the entire production process
Assisted other shops
Coordinated product movement through various phases of production

Republic Engineered Products2007-2008
Shift Manager
Managed employees from hiring, training, coaching, to termination when needed.
Responsible for Productivity, Quality and Safety of the unit
Led preventive maintenance efforts
Worked on problem solving teams involved with manning and defect issues

Gerdau Ameristeel1990-2006
Furnace Production Supervisor
Oversaw production of various types of product
Identified cost reduction opportunities
Scheduled manning, maintained attendance and administrative records
Trained employees in operating and maintenance practices
Coordinated activities between various departments
Directed all activities of highly specialized machinery
Managed employees from several departments
Maintained continuous production by coordinating manufacturing functions
Directed maintenance/and repairs
Educated employees in techniques of problem solving


EDUCATION
Lincoln Technical School Mechanics Certificate

Leadership Training
Badische Stahlwerke Management Training
ISO/TS,5S, TQM and Quality Training