Adrian Hudson

• Senior-level M3 CS Functional Consultant overseeing 13 billion bottle wholesale beverage alcohol distribution under Jack Daniel Dist., Wine-Co, Specs, Bev Mo, etc
• Leveraged SQL databases for data extraction, transforming financial data infrastructure and improving data accuracy by 30%
• Lead M3 10.1 upgrade project, migrate customer Mods using LCM, MAX, Smart Office, LWSE, MDP, Mashup, MEC, ION Grid
• OBI /ANA10/50 design and support developers through testing phases
• Consulting (SMEs) various project processes, including development, data migration, and testing teams
• Identify business requirements, provide M3 fumctional design configuration, testing, training, and implementation support
• Perform M3 both functional and technical support on multiple modules, i.e
• COP, FAM, SFO, and SCP
• Analyzed large datasets to identify trends and patterns, leading to the development of a predictive analytics model that improved sales forecasting accuracy by 20%
• Budgeting, scheduling, costs/costing, wine and spirit inventory management, proper tracking of liquor
• Ensure prompt processing of rehire sourcing tasks and vendor invoices, and coach the team on cost-saving strategies, including disputing and negotiating pricing with vendors Design and customize M3 functions, database, APOIs, and EDI
• Develop 5S and KPI indicators for operation
• Streamlined internal reporting processes by introducing advanced Excel models, resulting in a 20% reduction in monthly report generation time.

• Directed and oversees organization’s manufacturing pavers, (Besser, Tiger 3 Columbia10 Model) block plant
• Safety Initiatives Developed safety programs and measures promoting plant safety
• Meet capital budgets, Capex, coordinated plant startups, projects and projected cost goals and objectives
• Plant Operations, startup, and managed numerous aspects of capital2.5 million capacity increase projects
• Product manufacturing increased local plant volume by 10%, product quality vastly improved and delivered cost beat projections increasing gross profit by 14%
• Manage and lead the inventory planning (Weekly/Monthly) for the outside purchased raw materials finished goods
• Spec out, purchase install and startup new operations/projects with a return increase of 14.5 million revenue in 8 years projection Tactical buying responsibilities for critical commodities as required
• Manage the procurement of project tooling, MRO supplies, and finished goods as required
• Manage the stock room EE’s and all the Inventory related activities ensuring rapid flow of material to the floor and inventory accuracy
• Using RFQ strategy; supplier selection; bid analysis; award strategy; and implementation
• Manages and optimizes cost management strategies to drive profitability, while implementing best practices to mitigate financial risks.

• Epidemic Covid) Remote
• Coordinating, planning, communicating and problem-solving regarding Grain Storage, Facilities and Equipment, Transportation, Input Purchasing, Production Technology and Crop Sales
• Responsible for providing leadership and managing 55 million in Sales
• Ensure that all Germain’s 150 employees always adhere to food safety procedures, quality and GMPs
• Oversee Capex and manage organizational budget development, ensuring alignment with the organization’s strategic plan and maintaining appropriate contingency reserves
• Responsible for financial management including revenues, investments, debt management, procurement
• Extensive involvement in Month End & Year End financial closes analyzing, reporting, & booking activity
• Drive to perform best seed quality to customer needs
• (Sugar Beets, Sunflower, Heinz, Green Giant, Holiday Seed, Mission Ranch, Syngenta, etc.) section findings of local, state, and federal health authorities
• Oversaw the weekly creation of dashboards for live monitoring of ERP assembly-line production
• Developing and implementing a production control and planning system aimed to meet or exceed customer expectations and to balance the level of manpower and machine requirement
• Facilitating and scheduling weekly runs with 8 Lines, 52 Dryer Beds and Clippers for all production with 70 nonunion staff
• Implementation of HSE safety and company policies
• (Prerequisites, GMPs, SOPs/SSOPs and SQF
• Reporting weekly on multiple fulfillment and performaproviding data-backed updates to senior management to improve order fulfillment sales and vendor performance’
• Utilized lean and Six Sigma methods to streamline workflow and ensure cost-effective production
• Improve manpower utilization within existing department and process to ensure schedule stability that allows for maximum return on efficiencies.

• Manage 30 million in annual sales, 150 employees
• Responsible for managing entire plant operations with full P & L responsibilities
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline operations and enhance customer satisfaction
• Oversee the safety requirement and assure all Kerry Foods associates are fully capable of achieving GMP’s, Quality, Food Safety, and sanitary expectations
• Maintains safe environment by supporting Food and Workplace Safety Rules and Regulations, as well as employee safety
• Evaluate each department/station of the manufacturing/production process to ensure maximum efficiency
• Responsible for daily production requirements in accordance with Quality Control, GMP, SQF Level, HACCP and State and Federal regulations
• Oversee leadership responsibilities for key kaizen and safety and environment improvement champion for all le departments of the organization
• Track Risk Assessment Numbers and create reports for operating departments demonstrating the risk of specific jobs and tasks within the department
• Notable Accomplishments
• Institute 5’s program & Kaizen
• Instituted safety program
• Started Lean Distribution / Manufacturing program
• Implemented racking location and scan to track system.

• Manage day-to-day inbound and outbound warehouse operations, including sorting (Amazon QVC Kaiser, Macy etc.) mail, unloading, check-in and put-away
• Manage the facility to the clean compliance standards and measure against the CCP KPI’s
• Planning implements and monitors KPIs
• Overseeing warehouse activities including kitting, shipping, inventory management
• Collect and review data to reduce inefficiencies and waste
• Team Meeting – Daily and Weekly meetings conducted to disseminate information on general business topics such as CCP/PPM/PPH, safety (near misses), compliance, and management of downtime
• Training staff to produce high quality bakery items while following proper food procedures
• Manages employees time to ensure reduced overtime
• Budgeting and setting goals to maximize margins and grow profitability
• Strive to gain/maintain a high level of customer satisfaction; uses customer feedback as a gauge and a way to improve performance
• Collect and review data to reduce inefficiencies and waste
• Analyze data and create reports to present to executives regarding process
• Evaluate employees and give suggestions for improvement.

• Reduction Enforce)
• Project management of repair, refurbishment and engineering change implementation projects
• Using EOQ to determine the quantity of spare parts as needed to order based on annual demand
• Responsibilities for purchasing orders and amendments for spare parts, aftermarket parts services and/or special tools; arranges for submission and inspection of samples
• Improvement processes with efficient use of ERP systems and other planning tools
• Training new team members and setting ERP goals, cases, workflows and technical knowledge of SOP
• Responsible for the overall Safety and 5S of their area or shift
• This includes monitoring to ensure that all employees comply with safety regulations and the plant's safety program
• Provided effective supervision and coaching to assigned shift/employees to achieve the required quality and production goals
• Maintain department records and inventory
• Manpower management: day to day line support; PM and repair tasks; vacation scheduling; OT & weekend work scheduling
• Interaction with Production, Manufacturing Engineering and Design Engineering
• Manage all Parts, accessory, & service marketing and retail/parts Work with Dealer (DMS) systems data and office applications
• Project management of repair, refurbishment and engineering change implementation projects
• Automotive Manufacturing Operations the movement of model M3/MS/MX throughout the plant.

• Supervised the preparation of production schedules, preparation and assembly of meat cheese and salad products
• Implemented variable production schedules (VPS) for each workstation
• Directed and supervised compliance with inspection findings of local, State, and federal health authorities
• Maintained files and records and submitted reports on site cleaning and sanitizing and food preparation
• Supported the implementation and management of HACCP/USDA and FDA
• Monitored all aspects of food handling, storage, preparation, assembly, packing, and quality control
• SAP for multiple functions to include inventory transactions, shipping, reports, and daily queries
• Reported weekly KPI's to Logistics Manager including, FIFO Accuracy, Reservation Timing Metrics, KANBAN Metrics, Cycle Count Accuracy
• Utilized SAP, Outlook and MS Office software to provide accurate product and financial reporting
• Ensure product supply meets customer demand through the management of inventory

• Supervise and coordination of activities of production workers in processing materials and manufacturing products
• Develop, lead, direct, update, reassessment, verification and periodic validation of FSQA programs including HACCP Program, Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures, Pest Control, Good Manufacturing Practices
• Approved Supplier Program, Foreign Material Control, Plant Sanitation, Chemical Control, Product Quality Assurance, FSQA Customer Complaints, Food Defense and Security
• Direct employee training of FSQA programs, policies, and procedures and direct Independent FSQA Audit Program – SQF Audits
• Ensure adherence to Quality/HACCP/FDA/SQF L2/GMP standards and safety rules
• Actively participate in improving workplace environment, employee safety, food safety, sanitation, process efficiency, and food quality
• Implemented process improvements resulting in a 10% increase in production efficiency
• Represents Department at company meetings, functions and/or activities
• Oversee all (Frozen fruit, Cocoa, Cheese, Sugar, Flour) ingredients.

• Monitored all (100+) Inbound/Outbound Supervisor/ Leads/ Bin/Bulk pullers employees’ day-to-day activities in & out the food plant
• Ensures compliance to quality, food safety, GMP’s, SQF and HAACP support programs assuring conformity to all company, customer and government standards
• Coached and trained all supervisors of HACCP, SQF Level1, 2&3, FDA and OSHA state guidelines of food & safety processing
• Manage All capital projects to include kettles, warehouse, machinery equipment, parking lots and any major projects 1.2million
• Approve and oversee the company’s financial statements and assist in the preparation of executive and Board of Directors presentations on capital structure (20%)
• Accountable for reducing labor costs including overtime costs to 33%; maintenance costs 28%, downtime to 4 45%, and product re-work to85%
• Developedmprogram to prevent plant downtime at 35% and reduce costs by 33%
• Received and ship (raw material/dry good) food production orders using FIFO
• Picking company online network with great customer service in calls and callbacks
• Small wholesale, small parcel orders, VIP Kits, Kitty Pack, E-Commerce, and thru DHL/FedEx/USPS online
• Swift Pic-Pick to light system picking productivity to double in flow/shelf rack picking, mobile cart picking and assembly/kitting workstations
• Worked with our 3PL (International/Domestic) partners to maintain our cost of all transportation inbound and outbound
• Small wholesale and small parcel orders through DHL/FedEx/USPS online
• Notable Accomplishments:
• Recognized as Manager of the month for three consecutive months and was rewarded financially
• Improved our performance and improved OTD from 78% to over 100% on deliveries and pick and pack ratio also improved from 87% to100 %
• Successfully saved 25million annually by leading a team that ensures high level of customer service through maintaining finished goods inventory levels
• Increased turns of finished goods
• Eliminated overtime and controlled expenses

• Organize and direct operation in Los Angeles, CA of up to 150 employees, $43 million in sales
• Provide leadership and directions to the manufacturing team in areas such as safety, planning, cost, efficiency, GMP’s, HACCP/SQF level2 quality and customer service
• Oversee the preparation of annual business plans and forecasts in support of the annual and mid-year capital plan.inventory threshold to meet demand.
• Oversees inventory control, order management, packing, QA, picking, and pre-pack operations
• Provide project management support for onboarding additional TNC warehouses and new 3PL partners
• Develop a “cost to serve” database for each warehouse and 3PL
• Provide direct decisions with Plant Controller and Purchasing Manager
• Create and maintain SOPs
• RFI, RFP, and RFQs
• Perform ROI, P&L, & operational analysis
• Assist with developing new processes while providing insight and feedback to help move the company forward
• Apply 5S/Process Excellence/Lean Methodology to increase the effectiveness
• Review manufacturing and operating reports to ensure minimum cost and prevent operation delay
• Develop, mentor, cross train Supervisors, Leads and 100+ employees to follow all SOP’s, safety procedures and safety stop cards
• Notable Accomplishments:
• Reduce OT costs by 50% that lead to a savings of $220k annually for the Company
• First ever audit at Huhtamaki
• Our team excelled with our inventory being at 97% with 23 million
• Under the roof
• As a result, I was rewarded for outstanding performance, outstanding food plant four years straight and Plant Manager of the year for five consecutive times for safety, GMP, and customer services
• Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
• Oversaw facility maintenance activities to ensure optimal performance of equipment and infrastructure elements.
• Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
• Successfully managed budgets, consistently meeting financial targets while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Improved customer satisfaction ratings by ensuring prompt resolution of issues and concerns.
• Implemented cost-saving initiatives, reducing overall operational expenses without compromising service quality.
• Spearheaded transition to remote work during global health crisis, ensuring business continuity and employee safety.
• Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
• Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
• Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
• Boosted employee morale and productivity through effective leadership and motivational techniques.
• Led, trained and coached plant staff to facilitate high levels of productivity and quality.
• Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
• Balanced labor needs with production schedules to optimize workforce utilization while maintaining output targets.
• Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.
• Created plant policies and procedures for safe and productive operations.4
• Created plant policies and procedures for safe and productive operations.
• Forecasted future production needs accurately, allowing for strategic decision-making regarding staffing levels, equipment investments, and inventory management.
• Mentored and developed staff members, promoting professional growth opportunities within the organization.
• Maintained quality of product with robust inspections and assessment team.
• Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations, and achieving KPIs.
• Collaborated with sales team to align plant capabilities with customer demands, fostering long-term business relationships.
• Implemented quality control measures to reduce defect rates and enhance product quality consistently.
• Reduced downtime for maintenance by establishing a proactive preventive maintenance program.
• Implemented useful inventory management and tracking systems to reduce costs and improve operations.
• Conducted thorough root cause analyses on production issues, identifying solutions for continuous improvement efforts.
• Identified and resolved process and equipment issues to minimize production downtime.
• Promoted collaborative work environment to motivate and engage staff to achieve company objectives.
• Analyzed incident reports to identify trends in workplace injuries or near-misses; implemented corrective actions accordingly.
• Managed budgeting and resource allocation, ensuring optimal use of funds for operational efficiency.
• Established positive relationships with suppliers to obtain timely deliveries of materials and products.
• Identified and implemented viable strategies for continuous improvement.
• Built strong relationships with regulatory agencies and ensured compliance with all environmental permits; maintained an exemplary safety record.
• Streamlined supply chain operations, reducing lead times and improving inventory management.
• Developed cross-functional teams to foster collaboration and improve communication across departments.
• Enhanced safety standards with implementation of comprehensive safety training initiatives for all employees.
• Coordinated plant expansions and upgrades to accommodate increased demand while minimizing disruption to ongoing operations.
• Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers, securing cost savings on raw materials without sacrificing quality.
• Collaborated with engineering team to design new machinery, resulting in increased production capacity.
• Championed sustainable practices throughout the facility, implementing waste reduction strategies and energy-efficient technologies.
• Coordinated with sales department to align production with market demand.
• Boosted team morale and efficiency through leadership and development initiatives.
• Reduced downtime with proactive maintenance schedules.
• Facilitated cross-departmental collaboration to improve overall plant performance.
• Streamlined inventory management to reduce waste and optimize stock levels.
• Pioneered lean manufacturing approach, reducing unnecessary costs and increasing efficiency.
• Achieved significant cost savings by negotiating better rates with suppliers.
• Managed budget effectively, ensuring optimal use of resources.
• Developed training programs to upskill workforce and improve productivity.
• Enhanced communication between shifts, ensuring smooth handovers and continuity.
• Enhanced plant productivity by streamlining operational processes.
• Spearheaded initiatives to improve employee engagement and job satisfaction.
• Negotiated with vendors for timely delivery of raw materials, preventing production delays.
• Improved product quality by implementing rigorous quality control measures.
• Fostered culture of safety, significantly reducing workplace accidents.
• Established metrics to measure performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Led introduction of new technology to automate and improve production processes.
• Implemented sustainable practices, reducing environmental impact.
• Optimized resource allocation for increased operational efficiency.
• Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
• Enforced health and safety protocols to promote safe working environment.
• Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.
• Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
• Oversaw routine maintenance programs and scheduled service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels.
• Planned operations to meet established schedules, factoring in order demands and business forecasts.
• Trained in and implemented emergency response procedures to protect team members and property.
• Devised and administered cost control initiatives saving $[Amount].
• Monitored inventory levels and restocking schedules to avoid production delays from unavailable materials.
• Implemented quality control system to review products against technical specifications and corporate standards.
• Utilized data analysis tools to identify and resolve production issues.
• Analyzed production data and prepared reports for senior management.