Supply Chain Process Improvement

RYAN HAGER

Green Bay, ***** WI

************@*****.*** / 920-***-****

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Proven leader in operations management, supply chain optimization, and process improvement with over 10+ experience driving efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing productivity. Adept at implementing data-driven strategies, fostering high-performance teams, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Recognized for a strong ability to streamline business processes, lead cross-functional teams, and optimize operational functions to support strategic goals.

SKILLS

Leadership

Operational Excellence

Supply Chain Management

Health & Safety Compliance

Project Management

Communication

Environmental compliance

Knowledge of regulations

Coaching & Mentoring

Stakeholder Management

Risk Assessment & Mitigation

Continuous Process Improvement

EXPERIENCE

EH&S Leader / Georgia Pacific - Green Bay, WI 04/2024 - Current

Directed environmental health and safety initiatives, ensuring compliance with OSHA and company regulations, resulting in a 25% reduction in workplace incidents over 12 months

Administered the TRAX Management system, overseeing safety tracking, incident reviews, and risk mitigation strategies, leading to a 15% decrease in reportable incidents

Conducted daily safety audits, incident investigations, and employee training, increasing safety compliance scores by 20%

Initiated building inspections and new hire safety orientation programs, including forklift operation training, reducing equipment-related accidents by 30%

Developed risk assessment strategies, minimizing workplace hazards and contributing to a 10% boost in operational efficiency

Supply Chain Manager / Kitchen Fresh Foods - Green Bay, WI 09/2023 – 04/2024

Oversaw supply chain operations across three facilities, managing inventory flow for over 1,000 unit numbers, and reduced inventory holding costs by 18%

Achieved a 99% schedule adherence rate by optimizing procurement, logistics, and production planning, resulting in a 22% improvement in on-time deliveries

Led the implementation of an ERP system, enhancing real-time tracking, inventory structuring, and bill of materials accuracy, reducing stock discrepancies by 35%

Devised cost reduction strategies, improving vendor negotiations and FIFO inventory control, saving the company $80,000 annually

Collaborated with production teams to streamline supply chain processes, reducing waste by 15% and boosting efficiency by 25%

Branch Manager / Johnstone Supply - De Pere, WI 03/2019 - 01/2023

Propelled a 52% sales increase within one year by implementing data-driven marketing and customer engagement strategies, resulting in an additional $2 million in revenue

Supervised branch operations, including facility management, budgeting, and compliance with OSHA and federal regulations, leading to a 40% improvement in operational efficiency

Directed talent acquisition, training, and performance evaluations, reducing staff turnover by 25% and increasing team productivity by 30%

Managed branch expansion initiatives, overseeing facility remodeling, hiring, and operational startup processes, resulting in a 50% increase in customer footfall

Formulated 1-, 3-, and 5-year operational plans, optimizing budgeting, fleet management, and resource allocation, leading to a 20% reduction in operational costs

Operations Manager / Paper Transport Inc. - Appleton, WI 10/2018 - 03/2019

Coordinated multi-site operations across four locations, managing 81 drivers, 4 planners, and 4 driver managers, increasing fleet utilization by 15%

Enhanced revenue by 5.6% within one year by improving fleet utilization, KPI tracking, and operational strategies, contributing an additional $1.2 million in revenue

Facilitated quarterly business and safety reviews, fostering cross-functional collaboration and compliance adherence, reducing safety incidents by 20%

Administered weekly payroll and financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and alignment with operational budgets, decreasing payroll errors by 25%

Evaluated driver performance, implementing training programs to boost operational efficiency, resulting in a 10% reduction in delivery times

Shift Supervisor-C Shift / Georgia Pacific-Day Street - Green Bay, WI 01/2017 - 10/2018

Led a 75-person team in the Paper Mill, ensuring high operational efficiency and productivity, achieving a 98% production target attainment

Maintained a 99% schedule attainment rate by implementing strategic workforce management and process improvements, reducing overtime costs by 15%

Conducted bi-annual performance reviews, setting clear expectations and driving continuous improvement initiatives, resulting in a 20% increase in employee satisfaction

Ensured compliance with safety protocols, performing root cause analyses, investigations, and emergency reporting, leading to a 25% reduction in safety incidents

Optimized inventory management for machine assets by overseeing ordering, stocking, and material tracking processes, decreasing downtime by 12%

Production Supervisor & Environmental Coordinator / Green Bay Packaging - De Pere, WI 01/2015 - 01/2017

Supervised 45 production operators, ensuring compliance with safety and operational efficiency standards, achieving a 100% compliance rate during audits

Achieved 740 consecutive days without lost-time accidents by implementing proactive risk management strategies, resulting in a 50% reduction in insurance premiums

Managed environmental compliance, overseeing energy usage reports, material audits, and regulatory documentation, reducing energy consumption by 15%

Led equipment installation permit processes, securing approvals from the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), expediting project timelines by 20%

Streamlined manufacturing workflows, reducing downtime by 18% and improving production efficiency by 22%

Process Engineer / Ahlstrom Paper - Kaukauna, WI

EDUCATION

Master of Science: Organizational Change Leadership with an emphasis in Human Resources. Exp. Grad in 2026

University of Wisconsin-Platteville

Bachelor of Science: Operations Management.

University of Wisconsin-Stout.

Osha 30-Hour general industry training course.

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certified.

3M Fall Protection – Competent Person trained.

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