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JJ McGee

Wexford

Summary

Seasoned Production Manager with over 30 years of experience and familiarity with various facets of effective leadership. Decisive and strategic with nuanced and flexible approach. Dedicated background generating positive results through insightful contributions by applying record of success in business.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Club Chairperson

Taghmon Camross LGFA
Wexford, Ireland
01.2022 - Current
  • Developed agendas for the board of directors, ensuring that all topics were addressed in an effective manner.
  • Offered recommendations to board on ways to improve success of proposed plans and assure efficient execution.
  • Thoughtfully contributed to committee plans and strategic decision making.
  • Built consensus between factions and devised innovative strategies to improve business decision-making processes.
  • Acted as a representative for the organization at public events or fundraisers.
  • Presided over disciplinary proceedings involving board members or employees when necessary.
  • Encouraged open dialogue among members while maintaining order during meetings.

Production Manager

Sulzer Pumps Solutions
Wexford, Ireland
04.2014 - Current
  • Monitored the daily operations of the production team, providing guidance and support as needed.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and address any issues or concerns.
  • Reviewed production orders, schedules, delivery dates, and inventory levels to determine product availability.
  • Managed materials to meet production goals and specific customer demands.
  • Coached and mentored employees to develop and enhance career skills.
  • Developed and implemented production schedules to ensure timely completion of projects.
  • Planned production operations while establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing processes.
  • Analyzed production processes to identify areas for improvement in efficiency and cost savings.
  • Provided input for performance reviews and identified areas for additional improvement.
  • Monitored equipment, checked supplies and coordinated manpower to meet expected demand.
  • Monitored employee attendance records and took disciplinary action when appropriate.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of materials throughout the production process.
  • Established and updated production schedules to meet changing demands.
  • Identified opportunities for improvement in workflow design and implementation.
  • Monitored staff training and output to meet compliance, productivity and revenue goals.
  • Scheduled staff work assignments, rotations and overtime.
  • Ensured that all safety policies and regulations were followed in accordance with company standards.
  • Directed cost reduction and process improvements to boost workflows and productivity.
  • Established clear communication channels between management and staff members.
  • Resolved conflicts among personnel within the department when necessary.
  • Reviewed individual employee performance to correct issues and enhance productivity.
  • Coordinated production requirements with material handling and staffing functions.
  • Developed and implemented significant process improvements to enhance department quality and throughput.
  • Reviewed customer feedback to determine if changes are necessary in order to improve product quality or customer satisfaction levels.
  • Maintained top-notch quality control standards and eliminated downtime to maximize revenue.
  • Implemented strategies to reduce waste while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Promoted employee safety awareness based on understanding of regulatory mandates and organizational best practices.
  • Created reports on productivity levels, cost analysis, and inventory status.
  • Prevented and resolved customer issues regarding production through planning.
  • Eliminated process discrepancies, implementing continuous improvements for scheduling procedures.
  • Maintained accurate records of production data such as labor costs, output, and quality control results.
  • Supported audit reviews and initiated corrective actions.
  • Supervised maintenance activities for manufacturing machines and equipment.
  • Managed daily order backlog through key metrics monitoring for on-time delivery.
  • Cultivated communication among senior managers and floor supervisors to encourage optimal productivity.
  • Aided raw material planning and escalated supplier issues, preventing shortages.
  • Oversaw inventory and physical counts and performed periodic cycle counts to verify outgoing orders.
  • Developed performance metrics to track progress against established goals.
  • Evaluated existing processes for potential automation opportunities.
  • Translated complex information to audiences of varying levels of technical knowledge, enabling individuals to clearly understand messages.
  • Led recurring site reporting and assessed site performance data to drive improvements.
  • Supervised production schedules, production quality and on-time delivery.
  • Improved efficiency by minimizing downtime.
  • Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
  • Produced daily operations report forecasting staffing needs and production volume to support cost-reduction and service improvement initiatives.
  • Cultivated culture of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement while providing operational leadership.
  • Identified and solved complex problems that impacted management and business direction.
  • Mitigated production issue risks by identifying potential problems and taking effective action.
  • Oversaw production budget and approved expenditures to direct spending.
  • Applied lean strategies to implement operational enhancements, promote efficiency and cut costs.
  • Reduced process lags by managing employees and training on best practices to ensure optimal productivity.
  • Strategized long-term business needs and applied customer feedback for process improvements.
  • Contributed to new plant startup and implementation of processes for manufacturing, shipping and receiving and inventory management.
  • Authored and updated production reports and personnel records to facilitate operational decisions.
  • Led regular stand-up meetings, Scrums and continuous improvement projects with measurable goals.
  • Developed and administered budgets for inventory, labor hours and overhead expenses.

Production Coordinator

Irish Pride Bakeries
Wexford, Ireland
05.2000 - 10.2013
  • Coordinated and scheduled daily production activities to ensure efficient operations.
  • Reviewed daily workload distribution to prioritize and distribute job assignments.
  • Resolved any issues related to production process or equipment malfunctions quickly and efficiently.
  • Supervised a team of operators responsible for running different stages of the manufacturing process.
  • Prepared and maintained accurate records of production processes, materials used, and finished products.
  • Suggested efficient manufacturing methods to improve production.
  • Provided training to new personnel on safety protocols and equipment operation techniques.
  • Created reports on key performance indicators such as output rate, waste reduction, defects, for management review.
  • Documented current and ideal practices and used post-completion audits to drive compliance.
  • Released purchase orders for production material, floor stock items and purchases to support business unit.
  • Organized order information to prepare for production of Bread products.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable health, safety, environmental regulations and policies.
  • Distributed work orders to departments.

Education

MBA - M'ment, Executive Coaching, Strategy / Innovation

IMI / UCC
Dublin
10-2023

Diploma - Health and Safety

DIT
Dublin
09-2016

Diploma - Management And Employee Relations

NCI
Dublin
09-2002

Certification

  • 2018 QQI Training Needs and Evaluation
  • 2018 QQI Training Needs and Delivery
  • 2014 Supervisory Management - Waterford Chamber
  • 2017 Manual Handling Instructor QQI

Timeline

Club Chairperson

Taghmon Camross LGFA
01.2022 - Current

Production Manager

Sulzer Pumps Solutions
04.2014 - Current

Production Coordinator

Irish Pride Bakeries
05.2000 - 10.2013

MBA - M'ment, Executive Coaching, Strategy / Innovation

IMI / UCC

Diploma - Health and Safety

DIT

Diploma - Management And Employee Relations

NCI
  • 2018 QQI Training Needs and Evaluation
  • 2018 QQI Training Needs and Delivery
  • 2014 Supervisory Management - Waterford Chamber
  • 2017 Manual Handling Instructor QQI
JJ McGee