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Memphis, Tn, Us

Chicago, Illinois, Us

• Oversee 5 frozen food production lines with 5 Salaried associates and ~320 direct reports.• Achieved a 10% increase in production efficiency and a 5% reduction in yield loss, resulting in cost savings of $3.7MM.• Implemented statistical data processes/tools to reduce component scrap and material waste, leading to cost savings of $2.9MM.• Developed and implemented scorecards and KPI reporting aligned with mutually defined annual goals, driving throughput and productivity performance• Successfully led the start-up of new automated (robotic) equipment.• Managed several $100K+ capital projects from scope to completion. Production Manager, ConAgra Brand Inc. (Jackson, TN)​​​August 2019 – Present• Oversee 5 frozen food production lines with 5 Salaried associates and ~320 direct reports.• Achieved a 10% increase in production efficiency and a 5% reduction in yield loss, resulting in cost savings of $3.7MM.• Implemented statistical data processes/tools to reduce component scrap and material waste, leading to cost savings of $2.9MM.• Developed and implemented scorecards and KPI reporting aligned with mutually defined annual goals, driving throughput and productivity performance• Successfully led the start-up of new automated (robotic) equipment.• Managed several $100K+ capital projects from scope to completion.

Chicago, Illinois, Us

• Managed 3 meat/poultry production lines with ~43 direct reports.• Played a key role in the Rapid Change Over Kaizen (Sanitation Time) project, achieving an 8.5-hour turn-around from an 11-hour actual run time.• Maximizing batter and breader usage, resulting in a 2.5% reduction in process yield loss.• Reduced labor costs on all shifts by using time studies and line leveling methods, worth $150K.• Increased each line's efficiency by 2% through daily directional settings.• Improved re-work and corn oil recycling processes, reducing waste by 32,000 lbs per fiscal year.• Contributed to Raw Meat Operations 1 & 2 Kaizen Event, saving over $82K within 6 months of production.• Enhanced Centerline, SOP, and Clean Inspect Lubricate documents for improved efficiency.• Met MTBF/MTTR targets and mastered investigation and root-cause analyses to eliminate equipment breakdowns and failures.

Irving, Texas, Us

● Evaluated manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research programs; applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials; conferring with equipment vendors; soliciting observations from operators● Developed more efficient manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; and conferring with equipment vendors● Assured product and process quality by designing testing methods; testing finished product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes● Maintained the proper operation of equipment by coordinating preventive maintenance and repair services● Prepared process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends.● Maintained professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies