James Morris

Production Supervisor

Petersburg, VA 23803

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North Dinwiddie, Va 23803

804-***-****

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I am a self-motivated individual with an exceptional work history. My overall goal is to obtain a supervisor level position within a progressive company with opportunity for advancement and potential growth.

Authorized to work in the US for any employer.

Work History

Massimo Zanetti Beverages

Packaging Supervisor

October 2022 - Present

Supervise the packaging teams assigned to our high-speed packaging lines, ensuring safe and efficient operations.

Foster a workplace environment consistent with the MZB Way values and mission outlined by the leadership of company – this includes engaging and developing the front-line teams.

Supervise and lead the team’s performance and issue corrective actions as needed.

Coach and develop team members to help ensure productivity goals are met.

Focus on continuous improvement and cost-savings initiatives as they relate to quality, production, and safety, as well as LEAN manufacturing and OEE goals.

Ensure effective employee relations; coach and develop team members to handle daily business needs to meet goals and objectives.

Manage employee work schedule and eliminate unnecessary overtime.

Make employment decisions, conduct employee reviews, resolve employee issues, and take appropriate disciplinary actions in accordance with policies and procedures (i.e., the areas of appearance, attendance, work habits, etc.)

Track absenteeism and timekeeping; review Time & Attendance system coding to the line and reverse mischarges if necessary

Assist with department evaluation of reports, decision-making, and establishing goals; utilize resources to accomplish plant objectives through the establishment of effective organizational relationships and effective controls.

Supervise daily schedules; collaborate and work with Planner and Maintenance teams to effectively coordinate optimum workflow of packaging line.

Ensure all procedures are followed properly and in full compliance with federal, state, Corporate, manufacturing, and safety standards are met.

Perform other duties and special projects as needed.

Production Supervisor

Smithfield Foods - Smithfield, VA

September 2017 to October 2022

Performs daily walks and visual inspections of the Production floor in observation of unsafe acts or conditions, taking immediate corrective action where necessary. Maintains safety/environmental self-audits & visual checks, champions all safety or ergonomic activities for the department and helps to develop and meet plant safety goals. Maintain desired product quality and safety. Ensure all staff and employees know and understand the Food Safety plan and the Food Quality plan. Trains employees to ensure safe operating procedures are followed, including lock-out and tag-out. Adheres to product specification requirements throughout the manufacturing process to maintain the desired product quality results. Maintains adequate knowledge of products and equipment to ensure the ability to direct employees to perform the job properly. Ensures tasks are completed in accordance with HACCP and USDA regulations, taking corrective action when necessary. Walks the production floor daily and holds monthly line meetings to address questions and concerns. Maintain or exceed goals on yields and efficiencies. Works with the Operations Managers and/or Superintendents/Supervisors to maintain knowledge of yields and variances, methods of calculations, typical problem areas and methods for corrections and improvement. Suggest changes in workflow processes and use of equipment to increa

se the efficiency of the department and/or production crew to maintain the lowest level of downtime and product costs possible. Traces and analyzes key product result measures for improvement opportunities. Run department with standard line jobs only, not overstaffing lines. Control labor cost. Responsible for line start up on time. Reduce supply waste. Make sure all performance board and T-Max are recorded hourly. Address substandard work and workers. Improve communication and teamwork between shifts and other departments• Build and maintain a positive work environment.

Symbia Logistics - Chester, VA

Warehouse Supervisor

March 2016 to September 2017

Supervise warehouse operations, to include receiving inbound loads, finished product, shipping, andinternal warehouse functions.• Ensure materials are repaired and sent to customers in a timely matter to ensure production isn'timpacted.• Report daily KPI's to Logistics Manager including, FIFO Accuracy, Reservation Timing Metrics, and CycleCount Accuracy.• Review and approve Time Cards using ADP.• Directly supervise 65 employees including production associates, forklift operators, inbound andoutboundclerks, and yard truck drivers.• Use SAP for multiple functions to include inventory transactions, shipping, reports, and daily queries.• Set up training for all new-hires.• Review all incoming applications and interview applicants.• Coach and discipline all associates

Daystar Desserts - Ashland, VA

Production Manager

March 2014 to December 2015

Oversee the production process, prioritize, and adjust schedules as needed. Select, train, and lead a well-motivated production team of 85 associates and leads in their job functions. Guarantee key health and safety guidelines are followed. Monitor product standards and implement quality control programs. Achieve plant Direct and coordinate shift operations within company policies and procedures. Maintain a clean and sanitary production facility. Meet production goals and KPI's while producing quality products to company and/or customer specifications. Monitor shift production hours with full-time and temporary associates continuing to strive for continuous improvement• Make sure the safe custody and management of company's assets such as machinery and ingredients• Promote the company's image through good working relationships with all internal and external stakeholders. Ensure compliance with all government policies and regulatory directives such as USDA, OSHA, HACCP, SQF, and MSDS.

Boars Head Provisions- Petersburg, Va.

Thermal Supervisor

November 2010 to February 2014

Thermal Supervisor

Motivate and demonstrate to 30 employees how to cook & package RTE products. Supervise and synchronize a department division to produce quality cooked hams.

Prepare morning pre-op for the release of the department with Quality Assurance. Submit daily, weekly, and monthly production reports to management. Follow food and safety policies staying within guidelines set by OSHA, USDA, and following HACCP and SQF plans. Provide a safe work environment for employees by providing safety training and assuring compliance with the MSDS. Certificate with Zee Company for the use of correct chemicals in the departments to provide a clean and sanitized department.

Stamptech Metal Stamping & Fabrication - Chester, VA

Laser Operator/Material Handler

May 2003 to October 2009

Operated the Bystronic Laser. Measure, calibrate and inspect parts to be shipped to various customers. Responsible for keeping check on gas pressure checks inside and outside. Assisted in loading & unloading materials in shipping & receiving. Trained new hires on forklift driving and safety while monitoring 8 lift truck operators on shift. Programmed computer information of selected parts to be cut out on different types and gauges of metals. Use of gas-powered forklift to unload and put materials into inventory• Log and control shipments of all incoming freight.

Aloca, Inc - Chesterfield, VA

Machine and Computer Controlled Operator

February 1999 to April 2003

Operate aluminum spooling machine. Check products for tears, runs and streaks• Mixed dyes in carton department and dispersed to associates in making cartons• Receiving of metals to be stored for distribution to various departments.

Wal-Mart Distribution - Sutherland, VA

Assistant to Shipping Supervisor

November 1993 to September 1998

Assist supervisor in daily scheduling of job duties for associates. Maintain log of empty trailer count on receiving dock. Radio contact with drivers to ensure correct shipments shipped to correct stores. Set up 26 dock doors to ship freight simultaneously with over 40 associates. In charge of load inspection and verification of each shipment. Programmed scan guns when problems occur• Trained new hires on forklift and general warehouse safety. Responsible for scheduling breaks and lunches of associates to keep department functioning. Use of SAP for inventory control.

Education

Virginia Wesleyan College, Technical & Vocational School (Business)

May 1986

High School Diploma

Dinwiddie High School - Dinwiddie, VA

June 1984

Memberships

Sunlight Elks

Lodge #1558

Fr & AM /G\

Lodge #131

Machine and Computer Controlled OperatorAloca, Inc - Chesterfield, VA

February 1999 to April 2003

Operate aluminum spooling machineCheck products for tears, runs and streaks• Mixed dyes in carton department and dispersed to associates in making cartons• Receiving of metals to be stored for distribution to various departments

Assistant to Shipping SupervisorWal-Mart Distribution - Sutherland, VA

November 1993 to September 1998

• Assist supervisor in daily scheduling of job duties for associates• Maintain log of empty trailer count on receiving dock• Radio contact with drivers to ensure correct shipments shipped to correct stores• Set up 26 dock doors to ship freight simultaneously with over 40 associates• In charge of load inspection and verification of each shipment• Programmed scan guns when problems occur• Trained new hires on forklift and general warehouse safety• Responsible for scheduling breaks and lunches of associates to keep department functioning• Use of SAP for inventory control

Education

Virginia Wesleyan College, Technical & Vocational School (Business)

May 1986

High School Diploma

Dinwiddie High School - Dinwiddie, VA

June 1984

Skills

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Leadership

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