Production Supervisor
Here, I lead manufacturing operations encompassing 14 machines while managing and training 60 employees.I have been able to manage production scheduling to meet targets that include a 100% shipping fill rate and 80% efficiency.I work across department lines to meet production goals, partnering with colleagues in Inventory Control,Warehouse, Maintenance, Sanitation, Formulation, Quality Assurance, and Human Resources.My achievements include introducing 5S workplace organization principles, leading to substantial savings byminimizing lost tools on the production floor.Using Lean Manufacturing principles, I have been able to improve efficiency, productivity, safety, and costeffectiveness.By re-engineering the layout and location of avocados, I was able to reduce food loss in the dressing cooler.My special projects have included the overhaul the process for the removal of heaters from pillow machines,improving the efficiency of replacing damaged parts and lowering costs.