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Anthony Brockes

Orangevale,California

Summary

Highly skilled manufacturing professional prepared for leadership in production environments. Proven track record in optimizing workflow, enhancing productivity, and maintaining high-quality standards. Strong focus on team collaboration, problem-solving, and adapting to changing needs. Expertise in lean manufacturing, process improvement, and safety protocols ensures reliable and effective results.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Supervisor

Cornerstone Building
01.2023 - Current
  • Managed team of up to 90 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
  • Optimized workflow through effective resource allocation and scheduling adjustments.
  • Collaborated with management and engineering teams to develop and implement innovative strategies for maximizing production efficiency without compromising quality standards.
  • Assisted in the recruitment process through candidate screening, interview scheduling, and onboarding support.

Assistant Supervisor

Balance Body
04.2022 - 01.2023
  • Conduct regularly scheduled reviews of performance metrics such as throughput rate, yield rate, downtime rate
  • Supervise a team of up to 80+ workers in the production process by providing guidance and feedback
  • Write and conduct formal performance reviews for production personnel
  • Resolve conflicts between personnel by utilizing effective communication skills and problem-solving techniques
  • Educate and Mentor Team Leads in process Management, Employee Relations and Continuous improvement
  • Use Kaizen, Lien Six Sigma and Rapid Improvement events to maximize quality and production standards
  • Work Cross-functionally with other departments to ensure plants operational being met

Production Supervisor

Huhtamaki Inc.
04.2019 - 04.2022
  • Implemented lean principles to reduce waste in the scheduling process, resulting in cost savings and improved productivity.
  • Mentored junior team members, providing guidance on best practices in product development and people management.
  • Boosted employee morale by fostering a positive work environment, recognizing exceptional performance, and addressing concerns in a timely manner.
  • Managed time cards daily and worked with Employees on scheduling vacation time that worked for the company and employee
  • Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance

Export Coordinator / Trainer

Triumph Foods
10.2017 - 12.2018
  • Worked closely with USDA to create a new export program with check and balances that would prevent future mistakes
  • Developed comprehensive training materials for new hires, ensuring a smooth onboarding process for future Export Coordinators.
  • Prepared and assembled documents to facilitate exports.
  • Maintained accurate records of all export transactions, facilitating easy retrieval of information when required for auditing or reporting purposes.
  • Managed a high volume of export orders, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet tight deadlines.

Production support manager / Inventory Controller

Triumph Foods
04.2014 - 05.2016
  • Lead a team of 14-25 direct reports and helped assist with a total of 100 indirect reports for the department
  • Supervised inventory to ensure the correct product was being produced to reduce unnecessary and costly waste
  • Managed employee training to maximise grow and development for all individual roles
  • Created training manuals for all future controller/production support management
  • Created processes and policies concerning inventory requirements, staffing requirements, work procedures and duty assignments, considering budgetary limitations and time constraints
  • Optimized resource allocation by assessing project requirements, prioritizing tasks, and assigning appropriate personnel to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
  • Developed strong relationships with cross-functional teams to facilitate effective communication and collaboration throughout the production process.
  • Provided status reports to management.

Military Police Officer

US Army National Guard
01.2008 - 01.2011
  • Learned to manage stressful situations and deescalate potentially hostile situations
  • Learned teamwork, leadership, and the importance of communication
  • Learned how to respond to a variety of natural disasters and situations that would be required of a first responder
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mesa Verde High School
Citrus Heights, Ca
06.2008

Skills

  • Production management
  • Training and mentoring
  • Continuous improvement
  • Production planning
  • Workflow optimization
  • Quality control
  • Hiring and training
  • MS office
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Team collaboration and leadership
  • Logistics
  • Staff management

Timeline

Production Supervisor

Cornerstone Building
01.2023 - Current

Assistant Supervisor

Balance Body
04.2022 - 01.2023

Production Supervisor

Huhtamaki Inc.
04.2019 - 04.2022

Export Coordinator / Trainer

Triumph Foods
10.2017 - 12.2018

Production support manager / Inventory Controller

Triumph Foods
04.2014 - 05.2016

Military Police Officer

US Army National Guard
01.2008 - 01.2011

High School Diploma -

Mesa Verde High School
Anthony Brockes