Joseph A. Eddington
Cabot, AR 72023
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PROFILE
Self-motivated, high-energy professional. Varied in experience to include
Production Supervisor, Receiving & Distribution, & Warehouse Operations.
Demonstrates solid-decision making and problem-solving skills. Excellent
communication skills with confirmed expertise in surpassing goals &
exceeding demands in highly competitive industries. Organized, analytical,
& thorough; can accommodate a demanding schedule. Proven ability to develop
productive relationships with people at all levels. Both flexible and
versatile, a well-rounded performer committed to continued excellence.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
. Team Building & Leadership . Exceptional Written/Verbal Communication
. Ability to Work in a Fast-Paced Environment Skills
. Problem Resolution/Trouble Shooting . Total Quality Management
. Just-In-Time Production . Employee Training/Performance Reviews
. Adheres to Company's Policies & Procedures . Ability to Motivate Others
to succeed
. Industrial Safety/Regulations . Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Berry Plastics - Hot Springs, AR
08/12- 05/13
Production Supervisor
Responsibilities:
.Responsible for meeting daily production requirements.
.Managing work flow requirements for thirty production employees.
.Conducting monthly safety meetings with plant personnel.
.Adhering to priority scheduling requirements.
Pick N Pull Auto Dismantlers - Little Rock, AR
01/12- 08/12
Production Manager
Responsibilities:
.Responsible for meeting daily and monthly production goals.
. Maintain daily activities of ten to twelve production associates.
. Adhering to strict safety procedures and policies outlined by corporate
offices as well as site specific guidelines administered by the state of
Arkansas.
. Kept site in compliance with federal and state EPA laws and regulations.
Sage V. Foods - Little Rock, AR 07/09 - 11/10
Production Supervisor
Responsibilities:
. Supervised daily operations of food production and packaging in rice
preparation department.
. Oversaw daily activities and progress of three operators and fourteen
production employees.
. Adhering to FDA guidelines to ensure the product information on packaging
was accurate before being received by consumers.
. Ensured departmental employees and machinery remained compliant with
industrial and OSHA safety regulations and GMP processes as well.
LM Glasfiber - Little Rock, AR
11/07 - 01/09
Production Supervisor
Responsibilities:
. Managed pre-molding sector of production facility, a sub-department of
fiberglass production.
. Developed and implemented production schedules within the blade molding
area to effectively satisfy demands while efficiently producing
thermoformed finished products.
. Specialized in various areas to include molding and shaping of web
products, glass cutting, balsa ironing, and infusion kitting.
Carlton Bates Company - Little Rock, AR 03/07 -
11/07
Receiving Supervisor
Responsibilities:
. Supervised operational tasks and duties of nine product receivers and six
product stockers.
. Managed the production and performance of the fifteen employees, as well
as maintaining records to be used for employee incentive program.
. Analyzed existing warehouse floor plans with distribution center manager
in order to design and achieve a more efficient and effective means of
operating within the distribution facility.
. Successfully implemented a digital logistics and inventory location
system within distribution center.
Maybelline Cosmetics - North Little Rock, AR
11/04 - 11/06
Distribution Supervisor
Responsibilities:
. Oversaw daily operations of computerized order picking system in
distribution center housing over fifteen hundred individual products.
. Utilizing logistical knowledge to maintain appropriate levels of product
inventories.
. Supervised staff of thirty material movement specialists including their
production levels which lead to more accurate employee performance reviews.
. Team player and instrumental leader within the facility that distributed
over $104 million worth of products sold per month.
L'Oreal USA - North Little Rock, AR
12/99 - 11/04
Engineer, Technical Package Development
Responsibilities:
. Integral role in the designing and development processes of secondary
packaging components, including labels, blister packaging, and shipping
cases.
. Ensured consistency of finished packaging materials adhered to company
specifications.
. Drafted and maintained finished goods specification sheets for internal
goods and those of external sub-contractors as well.
. Conducted trial studies for newly launched products and existing ones
that were being updated while also working with multiple internal
departments on product artwork modifications and approvals.
. Helped oversee value analysis projects that resulted in annual savings of
$250k for the company.
EDUCATION
University of Central Arkansas - Conway, AR
1993
Bachelor of Science, Industrial Technology