RICHARD MENZ
Circle Drive
East
Alton, Il 62024
Cell
Phone: 618-***-****
Email:
*********@*****.***
June 17, 2013
To Whom It May Concern:
With my strong background in the Production Supervisory Unionized Workforce
field gained during 13+ years of employment with Dean Foods; as you will
see in my resume, the qualifications you are looking for, I am confident I
can do the job. I definitely have the can-do attitude and am a very
personable individual. The position sounds very interesting and
challenging and I excel with this type of work.
I consider myself to be a highly motivated individual with the education,
knowledge and skills that are needed to perform the duties necessary for
this position. I develop strong working relations with internal and
external customers and respond quickly to their needs. I like to set
goals, take pride in my work and have a great deal of respect for my
employer and fellow associates.
Although I do not have the college degree; I believe that through my
associated work experience and skill, as well as previous Blowmold
schooling and HAZMAT training and my knowledgeable background in HACCP,
GMP, Sanitation and SQF. I can be an asset to your company with a minimal
amount of time and training. I am also certified in CPR and First Aid and
am a First Responder for any and all emergencies. I am available to
interview immediately and look forward to meeting with you in person to be
able to go over in greater detail my qualifications. I appreciate your
interest in me and ask that you review the information that I have provided
considerately.
Sincerely,
Rick Menz
RICHARD MENZ 117 South Circle Drive
East Alton, IL. 62024
Cell Phone
Email *********@*****.***
OBJECTIVE To secure a full time position and continue to grow
professionally by seeking opportunities that
highlight acquired skills. To further
develop those skills as well as obtain new abilities
beneficial to
both my employer and myself.
PROFESSIONAL
PROFILE Experienced in all areas of the Production Industry. Organized
and dedicated with a positive attitude, effective
problem solver and attentive to detail. First
responder to any and all emergencies as well as CPR
and First Aid certified. Outstanding attendance
record. Operate Forklift and move trailers through
the plant, basic computer skills, KRONOS Time Keepers
and KPI input system. HACCP, GMP, Sanitation and
SQF background. Adheres to all business practices
and procedures.
Work Experience & History
Deanfoods Production Supervisor - 2001 to Present
O`Fallon, Illinois
1999 to Present Directly supervises production employees to maximize
productivity on assigned shifts and areas. This
includes planning, assigning and directing work,
coordinating weekly Continuous Improvement (CI)
meetings, addressing product and employee complaints
and resolving problems. Carry out all supervisory
responsibilities in accordance with the Company's
policies, OSHA regulations and applicable laws while
following all CI processes and the Management
Operating Structure (MOS).
Works with plant management and other supervisory
staff to assign, direct, review and monitor work of
supervised staff to maximize productivity in the
plant.
Ensures proper procedures are in place and being
followed for production efficiency, quality of
product, employee safety, and state and federal
guidelines.
Inspects products to verify conformance to
specifications and directs setup and adjustments to
machines.
Evaluates needs in production for daily assignment of
duties; establishes or adjusts work procedures to
meet production schedules.
Recommend improvements to production methods,
equipment performance and quality of product.
Analyzes and resolves work problems, or assists
workers in solving work problems.
Maintain time and production records as required.
Resume of RICHARD MENZ Page 2
High Temperature Short Time Operator 1999 - 2001
Operate the assigned equipment to manufacturer's and
quality assurance specifications, supplying the
filling and packaging equipment with product as
scheduled and in compliance with all governmental
regulations.
Operate processing equipment and blend, adhering to
all quality assurance, productivity, OSHA, and safety
standards.
Assemble and disassemble equipment for proper
cleaning/sanitizing and operating per manufacture
instructions.
Monitor and control all temperatures, pressures, and
flow of product throughout the processing cycle in
accordance with established quality assurance
standards from processing to packaging.
Adhere to established testing procedures and provide
required samples to the laboratory for appraisal
prior to all finished products being packaged.
Operate CIP system that cleans processing system.
Barber Dairy Production Supervisor
Huntsville, Alabama
1997 - 1999 Directly supervises production employees to maximize
productivity on assigned shifts and areas. This
includes planning, assigning and directing work,
coordinating weekly Continuous Improvement (CI)
meetings, addressing product and employee complaints
and resolving problems. Carry out all supervisory
responsibilities in accordance with the Company's
policies, OSHA regulations and applicable laws while
following all CI processes and the Management
Operating Structure (MOS).
Works with plant management and other supervisory
staff to assign, direct, review and monitor work of
supervised staff to maximize productivity in the
plant.
Ensures proper procedures are in place and being
followed for production efficiency, quality of
product, employee safety, and state and federal
guidelines.
Inspects products to verify conformance to
specifications and directs setup and adjustments to
machines.
Evaluates needs in production for daily assignment of
duties; establishes or adjusts work procedures to
meet production schedules.
Recommend improvements to production methods,
equipment performance and quality of product.
Analyzes and resolves work problems, or assists
workers in solving work problems.
Maintain time and production records as required.
Resume of RICHARD MENZ Page 3
Deanfoods High Temperature Short Time Operator 1991-1997
O`Fallon, Illinois Operate the assigned equipment to
manufacturer's and quality
1987 - 1997 assurance specifications, supplying the filling and packaging
equipment with product as scheduled and in compliance
with all governmental regulations.
Operate processing equipment and blend, adhering to
all quality assurance, productivity, OSHA, and safety
standards.
Assemble and disassemble equipment for proper
cleaning/sanitizing and operating per manufacture
instructions.
Monitor and control all temperatures, pressures, and
flow of product throughout the processing cycle in
accordance with established quality assurance
standards from processing to packaging.
Adhere to established testing procedures and provide
required samples to the laboratory for appraisal
prior to all finished products being packaged.
Operate CIP system that cleans processing system.
Federal 21 Valve Filler 1989 - 1991
Federal 26 Valve Filler 1988 - 1989
Operate all equipment associated with the Gallon 1,
1/2 Gallon, and Quart Filler lines, to include
production preparation, equipment set-up, operating,
sanitation, assemble and disassemble equipment for
proper cleaning/sanitizing and operating per
manufacture instructions.
Setup, sterilize, sanitize, operate, perform quality
checks of packaging, cleaning fillers and associated
equipment following standard operating procedures
Routine maintenance and minor adjustments, including
changeovers of coding equipment, conveyor controls,
conveyor casing, box formers, and sealing equipment
Monitoring fill levels, weights and product codes to meet
specifications
Accurate and timely completion of filler reports, S.P.C.,
H.A.C.C.P, efficiencies, inventory, product and
packaging losses, for each shift
Maintain clean work area following housekeeping and GMP
guidelines
Blow Mold Operator 1987 - 1989
Responsible for operating all blow mold machines,
shrink tunnels, regrind systems, labelers, daters,
baggers and debaggers.
Process required paperwork.
Troubleshoot and assist maintenance in problem
resolution.
Figure rates and downtime calculations.
Keep line paperwork information in an accurate and
organized manner.
EDUCATION O'Fallon Township High School, O'Fallon, Illinois, 1984
REFERENCES References will be furnished on request.