Production / Operations Supervisor

THOMAS P. RISSEEUW

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Wyckoff, NJ 07481

201-***-****

Email: ********@*********.***

Summary

Production Supervisor with diversified experience in Manufacturing,

Warehouse & Shipping, Packaging Management, Bakery Operations, and Medical

Devices. Computer proficient with Microsoft Office, Epicor Business

Information, and ADP Time Management. A hands-on leader, skilled in

managing staff to create a cooperative team environment, with a proven

ability to motivate staff to meet or exceed production goals.

Professional Experience

Bergen Logistics 2014 - 2015

Warehouse Supervisor

. Responsible for building renovation and maintenance in a 650,000 SF

warehouse.

. Overseeing contractor installation of electric, plumbing, interior and

conveyors systems.

. Startup of Boilers, Diesel Generator, HVAC, Fire Sprinkler and Alarm

Systems,

. Developed a safety program and training for Forklift and Aerial Lift

Operators.

. Establish maintenance schedules, programs and operational objectives.

PNY Technologies, Inc. 2006 -

2014

Production / Shipping Supervisor

. Responsible for department supervision with regular and temporary

employees, special projects, SOP Writing and process improvements in a

Manufacturing, Packaging Operations and Shipping Warehouse facility.

. Processed 2000 / 3000 orders daily, with 6000 SKUs, shipped through

UPS/FedEx and LTL to major distribution centers, Latin America export,

3rd Party Logistics and .com retail customers in a Case Pack and Pick-to-

Light warehouse environment.

. Managed Computer E-Waste, Hazardous Waste, Trash and Recycle Material

Removal.

. Improved warehouse order processing efficiency by switching to shipping

envelopes, improving carton integrity with stronger cartons, use of

stapling equipment and better banding methods to reduce customer

complaints and product loss during shipping.

. Aerial and Fork Lift Operator Trainer and fleet maintenance of 35 fork

lifts and power jacks.

Hackensack Baking Co. 2002 - 2006

Waytodough Inc.

Production Manager

. Responsible for the start-up and operations of a baking operation,

including overview of building construction, installation - start-up of

equipment and baking processes.

. Developed and utilized production schedules, established production

history and billing databases to track output and operational

productivity.

. Purchased materials and production equipment, established stocking

levels, implemented preventive maintenance programs for facility, truck

fleet and production equipment. Responsible for food transportation,

quality assurance and employee training.

Thomas P. Risseeuw Page 2

Boston Scientific / Medi-Tech 1996 -

2002

Production Supervisor

Supervised up to 42 employees in a clean room environment responsible for

the Inspection, Sewing and Final Package Departments including scheduling,

department efficiency and production yield reporting.

. Led and ensured production in a clean room environment under the

conditions set forth in the Standard Operating Procedures, in compliance

with FDA and ISO 9001 / 14001.

. Identified and activated a Stain Cleaning Program for material in

process, improving product yield from 60% to 88% for saving $128,000

annually.

. Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement Tools

. Developed and managed a Monthly Safety Program for 275 employees.

Chemical Manufacturing Experience

Ingredient Technology 1981-1996

Kalama Chemical Corporation

Witco Corporation

Production Supervisor 8 Years

Chemical Lead Operator 7 Years

. Supervision of manufacturing bulk specialty chemicals, intermediate food

flavors, colors and coatings in union environments.

. Planned production schedules, equipment cleaning and product changeovers

. Managed batch formulations to meet specifications, product quality and

consistency.

. Process and equipment experience includes Distillations, Gas and Liquid

Compounding, Powder Blending, Spray Dryers, Centrifuges, Vacuum and

Rotary Dryers, Sugar Extrusion and Milling.

Education & Training

Raymond Forklift - Train the Trainer

Traveler's Insurance Industrial Hygiene

Dunkin Donuts University - Production Training

New Jersey High Pressure Black Seal Boiler Operator

Wyckoff Fire Department

Department Secretary 5 Years

Officer Positions - Lieutenant and Captain 9 Years

Rescue Truck and Fire Engine Operator 11 Years

Incident Management Systems 100, 200, and 300

Hazmat Technician

References supplied upon request

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