John Eccles
Wilkesboro North Carolina ****.*.******@*****.*** 479-***-****
Job Specific
Highly energetic, competitive and organized, prospective Production Manager striving to make sustainable improvements to all aspects of a plant location. Bringing a passion for Safety, Customer Service, Performance Excellence and a Willingness to Teach and Learn all facets related to Achieving Desired Results.
Demonstrated proficiency in:
Organization and Scheduling
Communication and Teaching
Identifying, Evaluating, and Correcting Problems
Diffusing tense situations
EXPERIENCE
Tyson Foods, Inc., Noel, MO September 2014 – July 2016
2nd Shift Production Manager
Oversaw and directed training and process improvements to meet plants short/long term plans
Successfully Reduced Safety Accidents and Recordables. 50% reduction on 2nd shift 2015 to 2016
Achieved and Maintained WOG Yield of +79%
Achieved and Maintained Breast Yield of +24%
Created consistency in achieving High Production, Quality, and Yield
Implemented 5S and Lean Manufacturing tools across departments
Implemented Extensive Cross Training Program of Production Supervisors and GPM’s
Achieved Commitment and Trust from Team Members and Managers to Produce Desired Results
Ensuring Top Quality Tray Pack Products to Tyson and Walmart Specifications
Built working relationship and trust with USDA Government in Plant location
Implemented department tracking reports to identify issues and be addressed with corrective actions
Developed and implemented weekly/ monthly tracking of yields, costs, state grade, labor
HACCP Certified
Tyson Foods, Inc., Wilkesboro, NC December 2013 – September 2014
Second Shift Debone General Production Manager
Led the Promotion in changing the Safety Culture for Second Shift Debone
Maintained High Production, Quality, and Yield
Achieved and Maintained WOG Yield of +78.5%
Achieved and Maintained Breast Yield of +24%
Successfully Reduced Safety Issues and Score
Achieved Commitment and Trust from Supervisors and GPM’s to Produce Desired Results
Collect and analyze data in the department to ensure area is Maintaining Production Goal Standards
Ensuring Top Quality Tray Pack Products to Tyson and Customer Specifications
Backed up Shift Manager and assumed all responsibility for all functional areas on 2nd shift
Help Promote Hourly Team Members in to Higher Leadership Positions within the Plant
Successfully managed 1st Processing, 2nd Processing, and Price Weigh Labeling/ Shipping
HACCP Certified
Tyson Foods, Inc., Wilkesboro, NC February 2013- December 2013
Second Shift Debone Supervisor
Led the Promotion in changing the Safety Culture for Second Shift Debone
Maintained High Production, Quality, and Yield
Successfully Reduced Safety Issues and Score
Implemented Extensive Cross Training Program of Cone Line Team Members
Achieved Commitment and Trust from Team Members and Managers to Produce Desired Results
Collect and analyze data in the department to ensure area is Maintaining Production Goal Standards
Ensuring Top Quality Tray Pack Products to Tyson and Customer Specifications
Backed up GPM and assumed all responsibility for all functional areas in Debone
Help Promote Hourly Team Members in to Higher Leadership Positions within the Plant
Successfully managed Trim Line, Fillet/ Tender/ & Wing Packing, and the Fillet Ossids
HACCP Certified
Completed OSHA Certified 10 Hour Course
Tyson Foods, Inc., Springdale, AR April 2012-February 2013
Operation Associate Corporate Case Ready Division
Track and monitored customer orders to maintain balance across the division
Tracked and monitored plant production in the tray pack division
Trained at Tyson Trays Pack Plant Facilities (Center, Tx, Noel, Mo, Shelbyville, Tn, Wilkesboro, Nc)
Tyson Foods, Inc., Springdale, AR May 2011-April 2012
Global Accounts Intern
Created price lists for Global Accounts customers and wholesalers
Constructed profit and loss statements to determine EBIT by product
Sales support activities and hosting customers
Securing and tracking sample shipments all over the world
Generated many reports including aging inventory and Retail Link
X-PERIENCE Lawn Care and Landscaping, Broken Arrow, OK March 2004-2012
Business Operator
Handling weekly and monthly account balances
Maintaining Commercial and Residential Properties
Maintained the upkeep of equipment
Build, Develop, and Maintain relationships with commercial/ residential clients
EDUCATION
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR Fall 2011 - Spring 2012
Walton College of Business
Member of American Marketing Association
Member of Human Resources Management Association
Emporia State University, Emporia, KS Fall 2008 - Graduated 2012
Degree in Business Administration
Enrolled in the School of Business, AACSB accredited
GPA: 3.41 (4.0 scale)
Studied Abroad in Eastern Europe
HIGHLIGHTED ACHIEVEMENTS
Achieved the Rank of Eagle Scout with the Boy Scouts of America
Recognized in 30 Under 30 Program at IPPE 2013
Graduate of 9 Week Tyson Foods Supervisor Training Program
Member of 2006 Pride of Broken Arrow Grand National Championship Marching Band
Broken Arrow Community Foundation Scholarship Recipient