Manager Quality Control

RODNEY HAWKINS

*** ***** **** | Anna, TX ***** | 769-***-**** | ***************@*****.***

SUMMARY

Experienced Operations Manager with more than 10 years of experience in various industries. Responsibilities included oversight of day-to-day operations, staff assignments, loading and shipping, and planning safety-related activities. I am experienced in the logistics, production, manufacturing, and food industries. Environmental Health and Safety experience in industry leading automotive and food and beverage organizations.

EXPERIENCE

W.W.L. Vehicle Services – Canton, MS 2003 –2012

Operations Supervisor (Rail, Distribution, Body Shop and Accessory Departments)

● Started the Canton facility, wrote SOPs, hired, trained employees and production supervisors.

● Managed day-to-day operations of the departments.

● Supervised and provided leadership for different departments on a rotating schedule.

● Conducted ergonomic assessments for employees of all manufacturing equipment and work stations.

● Maximized production throughputs using principles of lean manufacturing.

● Enforced safety methods and procedures in the body shop, rail, assembly line and distribution areas.

● Ensured loading vehicles and railcar maintenance safety regulations were in compliance by inspecting/auditing the processes according to the American Association of Railroads (AAR).

● Facilitated daily conference calls with the customers (Nissan/Canadian National) to analyze logistics reports.

● Inspected products for quality defects through audits and evaluations in all departments.

● Investigated and communicated employees’ accident/incident (including injuries and near misses) reports to upper management.

● Implemented an on-site rail car training area, saving $35,000-$45,000 in training costs per year.

● Increased load factor efficiency by 15% for the rail department in Mexico.

● Supported process improvement activities for the distribution and rail departments in Indiana.

● Coached and motivated employees to encourage higher performance.

● Analyzed, developed, evaluated, and implemented Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) and operating methods (work instructions).

● Revised controlled documents and training to increase safety, improve product quality and prevent unnecessary time and cost expenditures.

● Conducted performance evaluations and disciplinary actions when needed.

● Achieved facility KPI’s on diversified projects by working individually and in a team environment.

● Completed Problem Response Reports for root-cause analysis to develop preventative measures for employee accidents/incidents (including near misses, mishaps, and injuries) and quality defects (using 5 why/4M methodology and follow-up with 3C methodology).

● Performed weekly 5-S (Sort, Shine, Sustain, Store, and Standardize) audits.

Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator/Safety Chairperson

● Prepared departments for annual ISO 9001 and 14001 facility audits.

● Achieved ISO 9001 and 14001 facility certifications 5 years in a row.

● Conducted weekly EHS audits across facility and communicated audit findings to all supervisory/managerial staff

● Trained a variety of environmental, safety, and health standards including: Hazard Communication; Lockout- Tagout; Personal Protective Equipment; Chemical Response; Occupational Health/Ergonomics; Forklift; First-Aid; Fire Extinguisher use; Emergency Response; Evacuation Drills; Fire, Emergencies, Hazardous Material Clean-Ups; Materials Identification and Classification /MSDS.

● Conducted monthly safety meetings and achieved ranking of #1 facility in safety for 3 consecutive years (2009, 2010 and 2011).

KOCH FOODS – Forest, MS 2001 –2003

Shift Manager

● Coordinated production activities with procurement, maintenance, and quality control activities to obtain optimum production and utilization of human resources, machines, and equipment.

● Reviewed and analyzed production, quality control, maintenance, and operational reports to determine causes of nonconformity with product specifications, and operating or production problems.

● Monitored safety, quality, cost and productivity to ensure maximum production.

● Ensured sanitation procedures were followed by routine follow-up inspections.

● Earned several promotions: hired as a quality supervisor, promoted to shipping supervisor, promoted to shift superintendent, then promoted to the Night Shift Manager.

WAYNE FARMS/CONTINENTAL GRAIN – Pendergrass, GA 1999 –2001

Production Supervisor

● Oversaw operations of the Marel, Slitter and Sorta-Weigh departments (sizing breast and tender production).

● Trained new employees to adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices and other safety procedures.

● Defined and implemented short and long term goals for yields, labor cost, and turnover rates.

MANDA FINE MEATS – Baton Rouge, LA 1999

Production Supervisor

● Supervised operations of plant and personnel in packing, roast beef processing and sausage production.

● Performed a pre-operational inspection of the plant.

● Implemented safety, security and sanitation programs.

● Trained all new employees on current standard operations and safety procedures.

● Ensured finished product quality standards were understood and consistently met.

Southern University A&M Meat Lab Baton Rouge, LA

Facility Assistant/Student Work Study 1995-1998

● Assisted with daily operations of the processing unit: cut and packed various types of meat (beef, pork, goat, and chicken) during processing, monitored and inspected freezer and cooler temperatures, completed inventory on meat sales, and set up equipment for slaughtering purposes.

● Performed duties up to but not limited to regards to safety, sanitation, equipment and facility maintenance.

EDUCATION

Southern University A&M College – Baton Rouge, LA

Bachelor of Science, Animal Science

COURSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

● Lockout-Tagout Training

● Business Communications and Writing

● Coaching Essentials for Leaders

● HAZMAT Training

● Brake System Safety Standards – 232

● Railroad Safety Appliance Standards – 231

● Railroad Freight Car Safety Standards – 215

● Conflict Resolution

● Auto-Rack Inspection Certification

● Supplier, Supervisory, and Leadership Training

● Effective Presentation

● Supervisory Leadership Skills

● Forklift Operator Training

● Pallet Jack Certification

● National Safety Council – Train the Trainer

● Coaching the Lift Truck Operator

PERSONAL AFFILIATIONS

● M.W. Universal Grand Lodge A.F. & A.M.

● Alpha Phi Omega Service Fraternity (A.P.O.)

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