Front End Production Supervisor

Johnny Harris *** Ross St. Montezuma, GA *****

478-***-*****Email: *******@*******.***

QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE

20+ years of proven success in the areas of manufacturing by supervising staff, organizing and monitoring work flow to attain production goals. A team builder committed to efficiency and accuracy. Proficient in FDA, USDA, and OSHA Regulations. Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office software.

SKILLS

Communications: Written and Verbal

Analytical Problem solving

Time Management

Productive Team Builder

Certification in Forklift Operation

Process Management

Leadership

Customer Service

Dependability

Accountability

Personnel Management

Interpersonal Skills

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Barrington Dairy Montezuma, GA

Feed Driver/Front end Loader 2014- Present

Use Front end loader to load 24,000 lbs of feed on to feed wagon.

Utilize company vehicle to pull feed wagon to the appropriate location.

Utilize time management to feed 10,000 cows in 14 pens.

Clean company vehicle daily.

Allen’s Canning, aka Flint River Foods, aka Bird’s Eye Montezuma, GA

Production Supervisor 2007- 2013

Oversaw the day-to-day operations in a manufacturing environment.

Utilized the company’s production goals to create work and production schedules.

Monitored quality and ensured products were manufactured efficiently.

Performed human resources activities, such as hire workers, train and maintain records of employee performance and attendance on the job.

Ensured the production department meets the company’s safety goals by developing and conducting training for workers.

Prepared reports for upper management.

Production Supervisor/Warehouse Supervisor 2003-2007

Maintained work flow by monitoring steps of the process; setting processing variables; observing control points and equipment; monitoring personnel and resources; studying methods; implementing cost reductions; developing reporting procedures and systems; facilitating corrections to malfunctions within process control points; initiating and fostering a spirit of cooperation within and between departments.

Completed production plans by scheduling and assigning personnel; accomplishing work results; establishing priorities; monitoring progress; revising schedules; resolving problems; reporting results of the processing flow on shift production summaries.

Maintained quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards.

Ensured operation of equipment by calling for repairs; evaluating new equipment and techniques.

Provided manufacturing information by compiling, initiating, sorting, and analyzing production performance records and data; answering questions and responding to requests.

Created and revised systems and procedures by analyzing operating practices, record-keeping systems, forms of control, and budgetary and personnel requirements; implementing change.

Maintained safe and clean work environment by directing personnel on the use of equipment, and resources; maintaining compliance with established policies and procedures.

Managed the receiving, shipping, handling, distribution, and storage of all

freight, product, and supplies that come in and out of the warehouse.

Maintained control over inventory levels in order to meet internal and

external demand of product.

Planned warehouse layout and space requirements in order to prevent loss or

damage, and to achieve full warehouse optimization.

Implemented and monitored performance metrics for shipping and receiving.

Production Supervisor 1993-2003

Supervised all production activities in accordance with corporate and plant policies, programs, and standards concerning safety, quality, productivity and cost.

Provided continual leadership and guidance to team members for the purpose of increasing their effectiveness and establishing good working relationships.

Promoted plant safety and environmental programs and procedures that are in compliance with corporate and regulatory requirements.

Actively promoted adherence to corporate Quality, Sanitation, FDA, USDA, and OSHA standards to achieve a finished product within quality control specifications.

Managed staffing levels to current labor contract / labor standards requirements.

Assigned responsibilities to team members, as required to meet planned production schedules.

Coordinated the proper training of team members within the assigned department.

Applied disciplinary actions in accordance with plant policies and procedures.

Reviewed shift activities and results, making adjustments as required for continuous improvement.

Investigated production delays and takes corrective action as necessary.

Kept management informed of the status of production and promptly notify management of issues impacting production.

Coordinated the storage and rework of quality control hold products with appropriate plant personnel.

Promoted an environment conducive to teams, teamwork, and line-driven accountability.

Completed special projects, duties and assignments, as appropriate.

Material Handler 1983-1993

Utilized material handling equipment to load and unload product in a freezer warehouse.

Maintained records of incoming and outgoing of products.

Delivered product directly to production area

Performed other material handling activities such as counting, weighing, sorting, packing and unpacking which includes conducting cycle counts of inventory

Ensured the cleanliness and proper stocking of inventory in the work area

Maintained quality in the warehouse and keep track of all damaged inventory and report it to the supervisor

Ensured proper packing, labeling and tagging of the inventory in the warehouse

Performed other activities, such as opening containers and crates, filling warehouse orders, assisting in taking inventory and weighing and checking materials

Followed the orders of the supervisors ensuring deadlines for completion of the delegated tasks are met

Followed all safety regulations of the warehouse

Coordinated work and information flow with fellow workers and other team members

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

High School Diploma: D.F Douglas High School, Montezuma, GA

SQF 2000 Systems Training: January 2010 * South GA Technical College, Americus, GA

Canned Food Processing Training: September 2004 * University of Georgia, Athens, GA

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