FRANK HOFFON

Cedar Rapids, IA *****

ad10ko@r.postjobfree.com

1-319-***-****

CAREER OBJECTIVE

To obtain a full-time position within a reputable manufacturing company, where my strong work ethic, years of experience, effective communication skills, and collaborative demeanor will contribute to the company’s success.

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

30+ years of operations and/or manufacturing experience. My overall flexibility and eagerness to learn has allowed me to move into more elevated roles throughout my career. I am extremely detail oriented, process driven and look to add value in my day-to-day performance.

SKILLS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Strong Ethics Empathy Work Independently Team Player

Attention to Detail Quick Learner Highly Motivated Resourceful

PROFESSIONAL EXPEREIENCE

AB Mauri (formerly Specialty Blending Company) March 2011 – August 2023

Warehouse Supervisor, Second Shift August 2022 – August 2023

Picking of ingredients and loading them for our system’s next day production.

Monitored inventory and shipment transactions for accuracy.

Ensured inventory and staging areas were cleaned and well maintained.

Monitored warehouse associates to ensure safety procedures were being followed when.

operating forklifts and other machinery

Completed daily cycle counts and also a key contributor during year-end inventory audit.

Forklift certified.

Production Supervisor, Second Shift March 2019 – August 2022

Scheduled, coordinated, and supervised production lines, startups, shutdowns, and change overs.

Ensured appropriate staffing and skill set on each line, to accomplish schedule adherence.

Consulted with QA regarding allergen clean outs, which was a critical step in every production run.

Monitored and reported on performance of production lines.

Regular interactions with cross-functional divisions, as well as leadership

Created a trusted team atmosphere, through employee engagement and a caring approach.

Worked with team members to ensure quality and efficiency targets were met.

Demonstrated the ability to make necessary decisions, despite the lack of second shift support staffing.

Collaborated with team members to identify areas for improvement and efficiency.

Worked with Human Resources and Training to ensure department guidelines and standard operating procedures were maintained.

Wrote and delivered regular performance reviews in a timely manner.

Firm understanding and adherence to company’s GMPs.

Firm understanding of FDA requirements, and ensured accurate and complete documentation, along with full adherence, of myself and team members.

System Team Lead, First Shift March 2013 –March 2019

Supervised six operators directly.

Maintained a strong working relationship with team members, as well as leadership.

Possessed a strong understanding and adherence to company’s GMPs.

Ensured proper completion of all line jobs based on OSHA requirements, specifically including lockout/tagout and confined space.

Firm understanding of FDA regulations, along with full adherence, of myself and team members.

Ensured accurate and complete documentation for all tasks, understanding the importance of this, from an OSHA and FDA perspective.

Provided daily team support; assisted with line duties, provided technical assistance, monitored bottlenecks to uncover opportunities and assist with solutions, and worked toward improving morale and teamwork.

Production Operator, First Shift March 2011 – March 2013

Safely and effectively operated production equipment to expected standards.

Conducted necessary functions to effectively run my line; startups, shutdowns, change overs and varying levels of clean-outs.

Regulated overall machine performance to ensure quality and conformity, based on end-product specifications.

Monitored machine performance and administered light maintenance as needed.

Escalated major malfunctions to a supervisor, if not able to independently resolve

Understand the importance of FDA requirements and performed the accurate completion of all necessary paperwork.

Trained new operators as needed.

Firm understanding and adherence to company’s GMPs.

Dale Lee Distributing/ 7G Distributing 1988 - 2010

Supervisor and Safety Coordinator

Supervised warehouse operations receiving 45+ over-the-road shipments per week.

Hired, trained, and supervised 12+ warehouse employees covering 24/7 shifts.

Upheld inspection requirements by ensuring quality and specifications were met in a temperature-controlled environment.

Met OSHA safety and corporate requirements in work practices and procedures.

Ensured building alarm system was active each day, along with “first on call” responsibility, as needed 24/7.

Participated in inspection preparation and onsite visits.

Worked flexible hours to cover needed shifts, business events, and/or to assist with employee training on all shifts.

Trained in drug and alcohol testing processes.

Documented and tracked loads electronically and on paper.

Worked with drivers and vendors to ensure quality service.

Ensured company drivers were on the road in a timely manner and organized.

Forklift operations with experience in loading trucks and labeling items for delivery.

Education and Professional Development __

Leadership in Manufacturing – Tier 2 Certification 2017

Leadership in Manufacturing – Tier 1 Certification 2017

National Career Readiness Certification 2011

Supervising: Active Listening Skills 2010

Conflict in the Workplace 2010

Guide to OSHA Inspection 2010

Managing Anger in the Workplace 2010

Jefferson High School, Cedar Rapids, Iowa Diploma

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