LINTON MACKENZIE. ROBERTS
Perry, GA *****
***********@*****.*** / 478-***-****
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SUMMARY
Experienced leader for a multi-faceted plant and stellar record of ensuring smooth plant operations in all aspects. Effective and dedicated team player with the ability to establish and maintain the highest-level working relationships with management, supervisors and co-workers. Known for placing safety, efficiency and education foremost in all operations to lower operating cost and produce higher returns. Critical thinker and problem solver. Strong interpersonal abilities. Detail-oriented Manufacturing Manager with many years of supervisory experience. Dedicated to leading by example and providing comprehensive team leadership. Well-versed in streamlining processes and cutting costs without sacrificing quality.
SKILLS
Bud to Boss Leadership Training
ISO 9001:2008 Auditor
MSHA and OSHA Certified
Microsoft Office Products
Georgia Certified for Visible Emissions
First Aid & CPR
Six Sigma/Lean Manufacturing
EXPERIENCE
Manufacturing Manager / Nichiha USA - Macon, GA 02/2022 - Current
Planning and organizing production schedules
Assessing project and resource requirements
Estimates and negotiates budgets and timeframes with managers and clients
Ensures health and safety regulations are met
Determines quality control standards
Adjusting employee work schedules and job tasks when needed
Routinely selects, orders and purchases materials
Communicates with maintenance staff to schedule equipment repairs/modifications
Develop and coordinate training programs
Oversees shift supervisors in all production areas.
Organized training sessions for staff members on usage of machinery and equipment safely.
Ensured compliance with local, state, federal regulations related to health and safety matters in the workplace.
Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and components.
Supervised staff members in their daily operations to ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.
Monitored inventory levels and adjusted production schedules accordingly.
Analyzed product specifications and determined the most efficient production methods for various products.
Provided guidance and mentorship to junior members of the manufacturing team.
Monitored inventory levels of raw materials, supplies, finished goods, and tools.
Logistics Operations Leader / Irving Tissue - Macon, GA 01/2021 - 02/2022
Create a safe working environment for employees by putting safety measures in place
Supervise activities of workers to ensure that they are hands-on in order to efficiently satisfy customer needs
Inspect goods to be delivered to ensure they are in the right quantity and quality
Assist in recruiting competent and hardworking workers to carry out daily operations
Ensure that workers adhere to industry standards in dealing with clients
Assign different responsibilities to workers to build various skill sets while promoting ownership growth and accountability
Keep records of all shipping activities, documenting procedures & guidelines
Provide support and guidance to Shift Leads in the day to management of logistics personnel.
Converting Crew Lead / Irving Tissue - Macon, GA 07/2018 - 01/2021
Accomplishes manufacturing results by communicating job expectations and tasks to the team
Monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees
Conflict resolution
Execute production plan by scheduling and assigning personnel
Recognize/establish priorities and monitor progress
Revise schedules, resolve issues, report the results of the process flow on shift production summaries
Maintains safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of all control points, equipment, and resources; maintaining compliance with established policies and procedures
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Managed inventory levels by ordering supplies when necessary and ensuring accuracy in stocking items.
Performed regular inspections of equipment used by crew members to ensure proper functioning.
Maintained high standards of customer service during peak hours.
Collaborated with senior management on strategic initiatives that would improve productivity.
Assigned work duties, monitored workflow, and evaluated results.
Provided guidance and support to team members in order to ensure successful completion of tasks.
Coordinated with other departments within the organization to ensure efficient operations.
Resolved conflicts between employees while maintaining a positive working environment.
Developed and implemented effective training programs for new hires.
Reviewed reports from supervisors regarding production levels and quality control issues.
Production Manager / Nichiha USA - Macon, GA 12/2016 - 07/2018
Planning and organizing production schedules
Assessing project and resource requirements
Estimates and negotiates budgets and timeframes with managers and clients
Ensures health and safety regulations are met
Determines quality control standards
Adjusting employee work schedules and job tasks when needed
Routinely selects, orders and purchases materials
Communicates with maintenance staff to schedule equipment repairs/modifications
Develop and coordinate training programs
Oversees shift supervisors in all production areas.
Process Improvement Supervisor / Nichiha USA - Macon, GA 03/2016 - 12/2016
Assist production manager with daily production activities
Cover shift supervisor vacations and call outs
Create and implement waste reduction programs
Evaluate downtime reports and communicate with each shift to work on reducing lost production time
Work with contractors and vendors to ensure goods and services are received
Serve as plant safety committee team member
Direct plant cleaning crew on daily housekeeping.
Production Supervisor / CARBO CERAMICS - TOOMSBORO, GA 01/2010 - 02/2016
Responsible for the development and safety of a crew of up to 12 direct reports
Efficiently manage operations to ensure limited production down-time for optimum production and quality
Ensure facility operating parameters and production plans are implemented in a safe, accurate, and precise manor
Consistently met 100% on-time customer shipments and manufacturing specifications
Educate and mentor employees on safe work habits that complement company and federal safety regulations
Direct and prioritize all shift activities at the facility including production, quality control, maintenance, and logistics
Accountable for the efficient, safe, and responsible operation of all plant equipment
Routinely used LO/TO, safe work permits, and pre-work safety talks to ensure safe working conditions
Maintain facility compliance with ISO 9001:2008 standards
Monitor, modify, and document operational parameters to ensure 100% compliance with all EPA and EPD regulations
Conducted weekly safety meetings with direct reports in accordance with the company's safety program
Valued leader of the Safety Committee; performed monthly safety inspections within the plant in accordance with committee guidelines
Conducted employee appraisals & evaluations, giving recommendations for promotion, re-training and termination in some cases
Served as liaison between direct reports and Human Resources along with upper management, when needed.
Attendance and Registration Clerk / DUBLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL - DUBLIN, GA 01/2006 - 01/2010
Assisted new and returning students with class registrations
Maintained accurate records of the daily and yearly attendance for 372 students
Assisted other staff members with monitoring student activities during the school day
Assisted administrative staff with clerical duties and miscellaneous projects as needed
Active member of the school's emergency response team
Mentored and trained young adults as the middle school head golf coach and assistant coach of the high school varsity football team.
Shift Supervisor / MOHAWK COMMERCIAL CARPET - DUBLIN, GA 04/1993 - 01/2006
Managed a team of 30 employees ensuring that all production goals were while holding safety and quality first
Evaluated employee performance, applauding achievements, mentoring and setting a clear performance plan when expectations were not met
Lean Manufacturing facilitator and valued leader of the Plant Safety Steering Committee; analyzed production and quality trends to identify problems then work with management to create efficient solutions to the issues found
Accurately recorded daily raw material inventory levels
Managed the employee training program for 12 years; trained employees in beaming & tufting.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
B.S. in Human Services Management
University of Phoenix
Associate of Arts in IT/Networking
Axia College of University of Phoenix
CERTIFICATIONS
MANUFACTURING SPECIALIST – Heart of Georgia Tech
ENHANCED MANAGEMENT SKILLS TRAINING – Heart of Georgia Tech
GEORGIA WORK READY-Heart of Georgia Testing Site
ACTIVITIES AND HONORS
Avid golfer, photographer and enjoys time with family and friends.