Production Supervisor Inventory Management

LARRY A. GRINER

Oceanside, CA ***** 619-***-**** *************@***.*** linkedin.com/in/larry-griner-5a39787

PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR

Tenacious Supervisor with a reputation for expert leadership of functional areas of clinical and large-scale commercial bio-therapeutic start-ups, medical device, pharmaceutical and multiple product packaging & filling operations. Adept in scaling-up of new and existing production operations with extensive experience as SME of Lean 6S Manufacturing Principles that create a safe and efficient work environment. Recognized for creating and fostering efficient, empowered production groups, while creatively managing the systematic reduction of safety issues and improving production efficiencies. Daily priority of being proactive in the safety of personnel, product and process. Consistent in mentoring of reports of personal development and continuous improvements, always prioritizing safety for personnel and process.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Time Management Root Cause Analysis Personnel Development Communication Data Analysis Continuous Process Improvement / SME in 6S Lean MFG Principles / MRP Systems / Inventory Management / Scheduling / Cell Culture Change Management Cross-functional Team Leadership Quality Control Experience with QSR, GMP REquirements / Regulatory Compliance

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Dexcom, Mira Mesa, CA June 2023 – July 2024

Materials / Warehouse Supervisor

Led team towards meeting daily, monthly and yearly departmental metrics, goals and objectives via daily interactions and coaching. Ensured a safe working environment for the team and drives proactive safety improvements.

Monitored inventory accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of inventory transactions.

Supported manufacturing departments to solve issues related with the materials discrepancies.

Coordinated with Materials management, IT and Planning to analyze inventory accuracy and determine problematic issues and develop solutions.

Applied and mentored reports in 6S Lean manufacturing experience to improve inventory processes and efficiencies.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement projects and analyzed work force utilization, space requirements and workflow to maximize operations.

Ensured that all for personnel are always up to date with required training.

Experienced with warehouse requirements handling FDA approved products.

Provided regular positive and constructive feedback to evaluate/appraise employee performance.

Resolved any shipping-related issues or delays and communicate updates to relevant team members.

Owned warehouse operations, including receiving, storing, organizing, and distributing goods.

Maintained efficient warehouse processes to optimize inventory management and workflow.

Maintained warehouse supplies and placed replenishment purchase orders as needed.

Monitored daily that department activities are carried out in accordance with all quality management system requirements.

Cultivated relationships with planners, shipping vendors and suppliers to resolve issues and elevate customer satisfaction.

Trained new reports to understand warehousing and inventory control responsibilities.

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Thermo Fischer Scientific, Carlsbad CA August 2017 - January 2018

Gels MFG Supervisor (had to resign to care for parents in Maryland)

Managed 15+ associates within the Gels manufacturing production department.

Implemented 5S processes to improve inventory maintenance and handling.

Identified department and building safety concerns with current production equipment and processes.

Communicated with multiple support departments with various levels of management to disseminate information to support Gels departmental operational, safety and efficiency goals.

Experienced using most business Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Quality business systems.

Communicated regularly with planning, QC, EH&S, maintenance to resolve production issues.

Ensured consistent adherence to all (SOPs), Work Instructions (MPIs) and safety protocols.

Emphasized required training, and supplied mentorship to direct reports to enhance skills, knowledge of responsibility and performance.

Lead Continuous safety improvement initiatives on production lines to ensure personnel safety.

Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications (i.e Word, Excel, Visio and PowerPoint)

Shire Regenerative Medicine, La Jolla, CA January 2010 - June 2015

Manufacturing Supervisor

Efficient organizer of all daily operations within a Class 10K/ ISO 7 cleanroom environment for the production of growing skin cells in Mini Bioreactors. Product - Derma graft.

Emphasized and ensured the complete and efficient training of all manufacturing personnel within the manufacturing department.

Ensured overall completeness and efficiency of all documentation and operations processes to ensure cGMP compliance.

Managed 7 day / 2 shift Growth Operation of fourteen manufacturing associates and responsible for eight manufacturing associates on a 4x10 work week.

Communicated regularly with EH&S, planning, QC, engineering, maintenance, R&D to resolve production issues.

Consistently evaluated process improvements by validating processes, new equipment and/or additional personnel training.

Identified multiple technical, procedural and equipment issues that hindered production and compliance and communicated appropriate support departments / management for resolution.

Acted as a liaison between Process Development, Engineering, Quality Assurance and Quality Control to address production compliance issues and/or completion of special protocols.

Named SME on lean practice implementation within entire manufacturing suite including 5S, KANBAN, Kaisan and Service Level Agreements.

Maintained employee involvement for a safe work environment through group and individual safety projects and training and created self-directed work teams to maintain a collaborative and disciplined manufacturing environment to ensure a safe, efficient, quality work environment with focus on stability and improvement.

Spearheaded development and execution of departmental goals to achieve objectives in safety, quality, schedule efficiency and continuous improvement by holding daily meetings with crew and 1:1 meetings.

Analyzed, investigated and resolved production procedures and/or process issues to recommend or correct deficiencies to reduce costs and improve processes and employee performance.

Monitored individual and line performance and implemented corrective action to ensure staff was compliant to policies, practices, procedures and work rules.

Partnered with Safety Team to meet company standards and enforced safety regulations to prevent and eliminate injuries.

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ADDITIONAL RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Biogen Idec Genentech, Oceanside, CA March 2002 – May 2009

Supervisor Biological MFG

Supervised technicians in the aseptic processing and storage of Stainless-Steel bulk containers, production tools, glass and plastic ware. Monitored logbooks and all documentation daily for verification of process procedures.

Coordinated the startup of a clinical and commercial Dispensary Operation which included the hiring, training and supervising of 16-18 production technicians to ensure 100% cGMP quality and safety compliance.

Multiple years of experience in chemical handling, batching and dispensing.

Experience with Hazardous Materials Handling.

Organized technicians within a metric driven environment to perform multiple operations within Class 10k and Class 100k clean rooms.

Created and documented new production processes via SOP’s, protocols and work instructions and managed cross-functional interdepartmental teams for continuous improvement initiatives via Service Level Agreements.

Worked directly with EH&S department to identify and recommend improving ergonomic and safety issues within all operations of the work environment.

Communicated regularly with EH&S, QC, engineering, maintenance, R&D to resolve production issues.

Actively involved with the development of personnel within department responsibilities and long-term professional goals via yearly ‘Personal’ and ‘Development’ goals creation.

Assisted with periodic technical and compliance investigations to initiate appropriate actions when process deviations occurred.

Supervised technicians and performed multiple sampling tests for bioburden and other contaminates on all production equipment prior to use.

Performed Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT’s) for new equipment/software in Germany, Canada and Sweden.

Coordinated the startup of 2 Dispensary operations in a clinical and commercial production facility within the goal time limit.

Improved department operations and inventory issues utilizing Lean manufacturing 5S and KANBAN.

Created 50+ OJT procedures for new and cross training operators to increase efficiency and pace.

Adept with Safety Systems knowledge and understanding of Safety Data Sheets, technical drawings, and P&ID’s

Assigned as Subject Matter Expert (SME) in 5S and KANBAN Lean principles to teach and implement principles within the Dispensary department.

Recognized and rewarded for identifying technical, procedural and equipment issues that hindered production and compliance ending in recommending over $300k savings in manufacturing and dispensary process improvements which increased production output by 30%.

Experienced with creating procedures for the safe handling of multiple hazardous materials.

Interfaced regularly with all Quality departments, Engineering, Materials Management, and other internal groups to resolve new or ongoing process issues.

Gained extensive experience with Installation/Operation and Performance Validations of equipment.

Recognized for community involvement with local High Schools as a mentor and as a volunteer for multiple plant tours for schools, local business representatives and other company visitors.

Rewarded by management for initiating and coordinating multiple successful company and department team events to promote team building and recreation including Charity Golf activities raising over $65,000 for Leukemia Society & American Cancer Society.

EDUCATION

Computer Science / Psycholgy

Brockport State University, Brockport, NY

Supervise and lead a team of production workers, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback, including disciplinary conversations. Plan, coordinate, and monitor daily production activities to meet targets and deadlines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including quality control, maintenance, and logistics, to ensure smooth production operations. Implement and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) for juice manufacturing processes to ensure consistency and adhnce

NOTE

I took the opportunity over 6+ years to be a fulltime caregiver for my mother and father in Maryland, due to their Alzheimer’s and Cancer ailments. My father passed away in Oct 2018 and mother in June 2022. This experience has strengthened me in many ways to adapt and handle difficult situations of any kind. It has also offered me a unique experience in the coaching / mentoring of peer associates. I will always consider myself a Caregiver advocate and bring to my future roles a unique management style that benefits the employee and company.

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Supervise and manage site technician(s) to ensure proper scheduling of staff and materials. Accountable to team activities and programs on client’s sites. Insuring adherence to safety compliance, quality improvement, personnel activities, and recordkeeping set forth by client and ACT management. Mentor employees, including instruction on equipment use and written documentation needed. Assist operations staff in reducing cycle time at customer sites by developing, suggesting, and requesting staff input for ideas to improve services and decrease costs. Assign operations priorities for customer service tasks received directly from customers or ACT management. Ensure internal safety and compliance policies are adhered to on all projects. Maintain company operational standards and communicate them to employees. Maintain compliance with company health and safety policies and communicate them to team. Work with and motivate teams in a positive manner. Proactively manage by anticipating and communicating potential issues to Program Manager before they occur. Conduct audits including inspections of operation areas, and equipment to ensure proper housekeeping procedures and compliance. Strong interpersonal and communications skills (written and verbal). Strong organizational skills and detail oriented. Ability to respond quickly to a shifting reality and adjust initiatives and priorities accordingly. Proficient in Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams. Health and Safety conscious. One (1-3) years prior experience in the hazardous materials/waste industry. One (1+) year with Forklift experience (clean driving record and active driver’s license. required). Ability to use small power tools. Ability to work efficiently and effectively. Maintain a clean and organized workspace.

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