Harvey Hitchcock
About Harvey Hitchcock
Harvey Hitchcock is a Production Supervisor at Brown-Forman in Decatur, Alabama, with over ten years of management experience across various industries. He has a strong background in Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement methods, and proficiency in multiple ERP platforms.
Work at Brown-Forman
Harvey Hitchcock has been serving as a Production Supervisor at Brown-Forman since 2020. He is based in Decatur, Alabama, where he has contributed to the company's production processes for four years. His role involves overseeing production operations, ensuring efficiency and quality in line with the company's standards.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current position, Hitchcock worked as an Operations Manager at Remington Arms Company from 2018 to 2020 in Huntsville, Alabama. He also held the position of Production Supervisor at TS Tech Americas, Inc. from 2010 to 2014 in Boaz, Alabama. His experience includes a role as CI Team/Operations Supervisor at Heil Environmental from 2017 to 2018 and as a CNC Specialist at Progress Rail Services Corporation from 2008 to 2010.
Education and Expertise
Hitchcock studied at Snead State Community College, where he earned an associate degree from 2010 to 2012. He then attended the University of Alabama, achieving a bachelor's degree from 2012 to 2015. He also briefly studied at the University of Alabama at Birmingham in 2003. His educational background complements his expertise in Lean Manufacturing, the Toyota Production System, and various ERP platforms.
Management Experience
With over ten years of management experience, Hitchcock has led teams comprising up to 10 direct and 250 indirect personnel. His leadership roles have included implementing continuous improvement methods and strategic planning initiatives, utilizing statistical analysis to enhance operational efficiency.
Technical Skills
Hitchcock possesses extensive knowledge of ISO9001/TS 16949 standards and 5S methodology. He is experienced in using various ERP platforms, including ADP, Chronos, JD Edwards, Windchill, and SAP. Additionally, he is skilled in Adobe CS5 and Microsoft Office Suite, which aids in his operational and production management tasks.