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United States

Lexington, North Carolina, United States

Reidsville, North Carolina, United States

I managed the chemical warehouse storage and liquid blending processes to support around-the-clock production cycles, leading a skilled team of nine across three shifts. My focus was on ensuring chemical safety, water treatment, and efficient inventory management using FIFO practices, all while strictly adhering to GMP and SOP standards. I took charge of planning blend creation, managing inventory cycle counts, overseeing CIP and COP sanitation, and handling employee scheduling to keep operations smooth.I also served as the compliance representative, working closely with state and local regulatory bodies to ensure our facility met all safety and environmental requirements. Additionally, I actively participated in cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives, optimizing safety measures, refining processes, and enhancing facility operations. I especially enjoyed championing building and grounds beautification projects, creating a more inviting and efficient workspace for everyone.

Winston Salem Nc

As the Operations and Safety Support Manager, I supported all departments in optimizing throughput and refining processes by troubleshooting issues and designing comprehensive training programs to boost employee engagement. I worked closely with the Plant Director to ensure compliance with state and local regulatory audits, demonstrating a solid understanding of industry standards and practices. Acting as a bridge between Quality, Production, Warehousing, and Maintenance teams, I took an active, hands-on approach on the floor to keep operations running smoothly, maintain top-notch product quality, and meet customer expectations.Serving as an appointed Safety Champion, I led our safety team in building and sustaining a strong safety culture, overseeing training for 200+ employees and ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols across all operations.

Winston- Salem

In my role as a Shipping and Receiving Manager, I provided round-the-clock leadership across all aspects of shipping and warehouse operations, from receiving products and managing order selection to loading finished goods and creating effective workforce schedules. I led a talented team of 60, including 2 Supervisors, 2 Shipping Coordinators, and 4 Leadmen, and mentored a dedicated Pit team of 5 employees, which was instrumental in achieving notable shrink cost reductions in our cooler operations.Collaboration was key to our success. I worked closely with division management to tackle operational challenges across the Atlantic South division and engaged in cost-tracking initiatives across multiple plants to streamline operations. Partnering with logistics and sales teams, I addressed service-related issues head-on, ensuring our market performance was always optimized.I was deeply involved in supporting Safety, Quality, Production, and HR initiatives alongside department management, making a positive impact on our business objectives locally and companywide. I also contributed significantly to achieving a Plant SQF score of 97%, demonstrating a strong dedication to upholding exceptional quality and compliance standards.

Winston Salem Nc Area.

From 2013-2015, I supervised all aspects of shipping and round-the-clock warehouse operations in the upper cooler, managing everything from product receiving and order selection to loading finished goods and scheduling staff. Leading a team of 34 employees, including 2 shipping coordinators and 4 lead personnel, I focused on maintaining top performance and upholding operational standards. I also served as vacation relief for the Production Planner, keeping planning activities on track. In addition, I led a Pit team of 5 to reduce cooler backups, generating significant cost savings. To stay compliant with GMP requirements, I established and implemented cleaning schedules at daily, weekly, and monthly intervals. Additionally, I revamped shipping workflows to boost efficiency and increase throughput, streamlining processes to cut bottlenecks and speed up order fulfillment. Acting as the primary link between the warehouse and sales teams, I resolved route discrepancies to ensure customer satisfaction and accurate deliveries.

Springfield, Virginia, United States

During this time, I coordinated all shipping and warehouse operations, including product receiving, order selection, loading finished goods, and scheduling for a team of 15+ union employees and 2-yard drivers. I focused on creating a collaborative, high-performance environment that valued safety, quality, and efficiency. By leading targeted safety training and conducting behavioral observations, I helped reduce the accident rate by 60% and built a culture centered on safety and care. I also enhanced cleaning and sanitation practices to meet SQF Level 3 standards, which improved compliance and kept us audit ready. To streamline our workflow, I developed new loading procedures that boosted efficiency by 25% and eliminated late departures. My efforts in inventory management contributed to a 99.90%-unit fill rate, ensuring accuracy, stock availability, and customer satisfaction.

Associate'S Degree, Business Administration And Management, General

Activities and Societies: National Society of Collegiate Scholars

Bachelor'S Degree, Business Administration And Management, General

Accounting