Kyle Mazanowski

Experience

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  Hormel Foods

  Aug 2007 - May 2010

  Senior Relief Operations Supervisor

  • Provided supervisor coverage for various departments, ensuring productivity and quality standards were met consistently.• Led safety, quality assurance, and training initiatives to maintain compliance with USDA regulations.• Collaborated with department managers to drive continuous improvements in efficiency,

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  JBS Swift

  May 2010 - Jan 2012

  General Foreman

  • Oversaw production across multiple departments, ensuring operational efficiency, quality control, and safety compliance.• Supervised and mentored 8 production supervisors, fostering a high-performance culture focused on continuous improvement.• Worked closely with quality control teams to ensure product standards met regulatory requirements.

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  Kellogg Company

  Jan 2012 - Oct 2014

  Operations Supervisor

  • Supervised 50+ union employees in a fast-paced production environment, improving safety, quality, and performance.• Managed P&L and supply variance, identifying areas for cost reduction and optimizing operational efficiency.• Led daily safety meetings, audits, and investigations, significantly reducing workplace injuries.• Coordinated cross-functional teams to address production challenges and minimize equipment downtime, ensuring production goals were met.

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  Ford Motor Company

  Jun 2016 - Oct 2017

  Process Coach

  Kentucky Truck Plant is one of the biggest auto plants in the world; it rolls out a new truck every 37 seconds and generates roughly $25 billion in revenue yearly and currently manufactures the Ford Super Duty, Ford Expedition and the Lincoln Navigator. • Supervised 80+ union employees, optimizing production quality, safety, and productivity in the manufacturing process for high-demand models.• Led continuous improvement initiatives using Kaizen and standardized work practices to enhance throughput and minimize waste.• Ensured smooth line operations and team performance through coaching and problem resolution.• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to meet cost, scrap, and inventory targets while ensuring high-quality standards. Show less

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  Ground Effects Ltd.

  Oct 2017 - Feb 2023

  Plant Manager

  Ground Effects LLC is a manufacturer of automotive products and provides solutions for OEM-level vehicle accessorizing in a production environment. GFX produces complex decorative and functional assemblies with installation services that are covered under the vehicle factory warranty. Serviced Ford Motor Company’s Kentucky Truck Plant and Louisville Assembly Plant. • Led 214 employees across 3 shifts in a 7-day operation, driving a 22% increase in productivity through lean process optimization and job rebalancing initiatives. Fostered a culture of continuous improvement, reducing downtime and increasing throughput while empowering employees to reach peak performance.• Led the successful launch of 14 new upfit programs, overseeing all phases from APQP meetings to PPAP approvals, resulting in a 15% reduction in lead time and a 10% cost savings across the programs. Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure timely deliveries, while navigating supply chain challenges to maintain high quality standards.• Directed the strategic planning and execution of two major facility expansions, increasing overall capacity by 120%. Led cross-functional teams through the design, construction, and implementation phases, ensuring seamless integration with existing operations. Overcame logistical challenges and managed tight deadlines, resulting in a timely project completion that enabled the company to meet growing demand and improve operational efficiency.• Implemented and optimized systems for material planning, production scheduling, and KPI tracking, improving workflow efficiency and consistently exceeding production goals. These enhancements helped reduce bottlenecks, streamline operations, and boost overall production performance.• Played a key role in crisis management, ensuring business continuity during the COVID-19 pandemic by introducing safety measures and adapting workflows. Show less

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  Phase Ortho

  May 2023 - Mar 2025

  Director of Operations

  Phase Ortho manufactures clear dental aligners and offers contract manufacturing services. The company focuses on innovation and provides services at various scales, including white-label packaging, custom kitting and treatment plans that are tailored to individual cases, ensuring personalized care for each patient. • Created and presented comprehensive daily and weekly reports for upper-level executives, offering insights into operational performance, cost metrics, and KPIs to inform strategic decision-making. • Led the development and rollout of targeted KPIs to align workforce performance with strategic goals driving a 17% reduction in direct labor costs by identifying process gaps, reallocating resources, and coaching teams through a leaner, more efficient operating model.• Streamlined end-to-end workflow from order intake to shipping, reducing turnaround time to 3–5 days, significantly outperforming the industry standard of 10 days through targeted process improvements and cross-functional collaboration.• Collaborated with the Software Team to redesign order processing workflows, boosting speed and accuracy by over 50%.• Worked alongside cross-functional teams to support the rollout of AI-powered CAD software, helping coordinate the internal deployment, streamline process flow, and train key users—resulting in a 75% boost in design accuracy and efficiency through strong team collaboration and floor-level engagement. Show less