Adrian Knowles
Redding,CA
Overview
1
1
Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
Knauf Insulation
Shasta Lake, CA
10.2023 - 11.2025
- Supervised production teams to maintain safe, efficient shift operations and consistent output.
- Enforced safety procedures and reinforced compliance with plant policies and PPE requirements.
- Documented production results, shift issues, and handoff notes for clear communication.
- Supported continuous improvement efforts by identifying waste and streamlining workflow execution.
Production Associate
Knauf Insulation
Shasta Lake, CA
03.2019 - 10.2023
- Operated production equipment while following safety, quality, and standard work procedures.
- Trained new team members on line procedures, safety expectations, and equipment use.
- Inspected machinery for proper operation and reported maintenance concerns promptly.
Order Filler/Receiving/RSR Driver
Walmart Distribution Center
Red Bluff, CA
10.2007 - 02.2019
- Demonstrated expertise in on-line and off-line order-filling, ensuring timely and accurate order processing
- Trained new associates to safely and productively implement their job as area trainer, improving team performance
- Ensured safe work practices as Safety Team Leader, reducing workplace incidents
- Ran exception reports to identify and resolve discrepancies, maintaining inventory accuracy.
- Achieved high quality performance by properly placing merchandise in reserves and slots, ensuring inventory accuracy and safety
- Operated Crown RR and RM forklifts in confined spaces using warehouse computer system, increasing operational efficiency
- Consistently exceeded 100% production rate by achieving 110% or higher daily, reconciling reports to maintain accuracy
- Utilized stock-picker license to fix tipped or unsafe pallets in racks, reducing safety incidents
- Unloaded freight from various types of trailers, identifying multiple ways to unload merchandise efficiently and productively
- Demonstrated proficiency with Crown RC, Slip, and Clamp forklifts, serving as backup for hazmat and transporting pallets with Crown PE
Education
High School Diploma -
Central Valley High School
Shasta Lake, CA06-2002
Skills
- Continuous improvement
- Production management
- Training and mentoring
- Equipment operation
- Quality assurance
- Workflow optimization
Certification
- KATA trained
- OSHA 10 certified
- Previous IVES certification
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Knauf Insulation
10.2023 - 11.2025
Production Associate
Knauf Insulation
03.2019 - 10.2023
Order Filler/Receiving/RSR Driver
Walmart Distribution Center
10.2007 - 02.2019
High School Diploma -
Central Valley High School