Chris Luton
412-***-**** ********@*****.*** Pittsburgh, PA 15201
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Energetic and seasoned leader with 15+ years of experience fostering winning cultures and creating high levels of engagement with team members at all levels of the organization. Excellent in training teams, managing shifts, resolving issues, and utilizing great organizational, production, management, and collaboration expertise to maximize productivity.
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) Leadership Kaizen
Lean Manufacturing One Point Lessons 5S
Six Sigma Food Safety and Quality Lock-Out Tag-Out
EXPERIENCE
Dive Bar and Grille – Pittsburgh, PA
Regional Manager/Event Coordinator 6/18 - Present
Assist ownership in the recruitment and hiring process of 40+ employees across (5) locations.
Book and ensure excellent service for private parties and catering events of up to 300+ customers.
Effectively lowered alcohol costs by 2-4% each quarter over the past year due to the implementation of an effective training program.
TruFood MFG – Pittsburgh, PA
Production Supervisor 6/12 - 5/18
Led a team of 75+ employees while responsible for the performance of (2) production lines 24/7.
Developed SOP’s and OPL’s to ensure safe and efficient output.
Directed a Kaizen event that resulted in the procurement of an additional production line.
Managed a team that increased OEE by 45% on multiple production lines and set the standard plant wide.
The Library – Pittsburgh, PA
Bar Manager/Bartender 9/08 - 5/12
Created and implemented a training program to ensure and maintain a high and efficient standard of service.
Designed a drink menu with and imaginative twist on both modern and classic cocktails.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, University of Pittsburgh
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Production Management Team Management Staff Training
Relationship Building Microsoft Excel Toast and Future POS
CERTIFICATIONS
Six Sigma Green Belt / 5S / RAMP 2022- 2024