Adam Dixon
Rome,GA
Summary
Strategic-thinking individual offering engaging and pleasant personality with expertise improving quality and pride to a manufacturing facility. Dynamic Director oversees every facet of production with strong project management and decision-making skills. Brings comprehensive knowledge of SOP production writing, planning and technical operations. Skilled at coordinating production plans and personnel resources to complete work under tight deadlines. Specializing in work flows, Haccp/SQF/Halal audits and compliance. Strive to help a team produce quality products in the most efficient way possible. Like getting hands dirty, working side by side with production at all levels.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality and Sanitation Director
Somafina Nutraceuticals
07.2023 - Current
- Proactively identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within an organization.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Led every aspect of 2 new production lines and new product (Gummies). Developed and Implemented all BPR's, compliance, sanitation, schedules, learning operation/set-up of machinery and environmental testing. Wrote SOP's for QC, sanitation, and production.
Production Quality Manager
CPT Medical
08.2019 - 08.2023
- Improved product quality by implementing stringent inspection processes and quality control measures.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by monitoring and addressing customer complaints promptly and efficiently.
- Streamlined production processes by identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Conducted thorough audits to ensure adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements, maintaining compliance consistently.
Owner/Operations Manager
Chicora Restaurant Group Group LLC
05.2003 - 08.2019
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
Education
Six Sigma-Green Belt
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Amherst, MA06.2023
Fork Lift Certification
Lift One-Yale
Greenville SC05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN07.2000
Better Process Control School
UC Davis
01.2016
Skills
- Project Management
- Staff Management
- Logistics Management
- Contract Negotiation
- Business Planning
- Operations Management
- Budget Control
- Staff Development
- Business Development
- Contract Management
- Strategies and goals
- Organizational Development
- Facilities Management
- Company guidelines
- Team Management
- Crisis Management
- Hiring and Retention
- Charismatic Leader
- Legal and Regulatory Compliance
- KPI Tracking
- Performance Evaluation and Monitoring
- Active Listening
- Continuous Improvement
Timeline
Quality and Sanitation Director
Somafina Nutraceuticals
07.2023 - Current
Production Quality Manager
CPT Medical
08.2019 - 08.2023
Owner/Operations Manager
Chicora Restaurant Group Group LLC
05.2003 - 08.2019
Six Sigma-Green Belt
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Fork Lift Certification
Lift One-Yale
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
East Tennessee State University
Better Process Control School
UC Davis