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Chris Sleeper

Spofford,NH

Summary

To succeed in a challenging environment while using my skills and talents to their full potential. Furthermore, I would like to build the success of the company and my coworkers while I experience advancement opportunities.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Operations Manager

Against the Grain Gourmet
01.2025 - Current

Lead cross-functional teams to optimize business processes and drive operational efficiency. Oversee day-to-day operations and long-term strategic initiatives to ensure organizational efficiency and growth. My role involves strategic planning, continuous improvement initiatives through process changes and equipment sourcing, and data-driven decision-making to enhance productivity and streamline workflows. I collaborate with the leadership team to identify opportunities for innovation, cost control, and company culture-driven improvements.


Production Manager

Against the Grain Gourmet
07.2022 - 01.2025

Lead a production team of 70 employees through a company buyout which entailed increased effeciency in order to achieve yearly KPI's. In addition, we managed the team through an plant reorganization, SQF certification with a score of 95 and Lean 101 training.

Raw/Pack/Sanitation Manager

Against the Grain Gourmet
07.2016 - 07.2022

Lead a team of 30 employees from the raw to the pack side with maximum effeciency in order to achieve weekly bake plan and sanitation goals.

Field Service Technician

TriNova
04.2018 - 09.2020

Process control and automation related installs, repairs and replacements at various processing plants across New England.

Raw/Sanitation Manager

Against the Grain Gourmet
07.2014 - 07.2016

Lead a team of 12 employees on the raw side with maximum effeciency in order to achieve weekly bake plan and sanitation goals. 

Team Leader

Agains the Grain Gourmet
07.2013 - 07.2014

Point person for all raw and sanitation related tasks as well as training and maintaining quality and pace guidelines. 

Dietary Aid

Vernon Homes
04.2009 - 03.2012

Responsible for food and dining preparation as well as meal transport and sanitation.  

Education

Lean 101 Training -

Vermont Manufacturing Extension Center
Brattleboro VT
06-2023

High School Diploma -

Brattleboro Union High School
Brattleboro VT
06-2013

Diversity/Sensitivity Training -

Richards Group
Brattleboro VT

CPR/First Aid Certification -

Brattleboro Rescue Inc
Brattleboro VT

Skills

  • Well versed in Vermont HR practices and employment law
  • Experience with all Microsoft platforms
  • Proficient with Netsuite and RFSmart ERP Systems
  • Proficient with Paylocity
  • Proficient with SQF Certifications and Requirements
  • Experience with USDA Requirements
  • Training and Development
  • Advanced Soft skills
  • Passion for attaining new knowledge while exceeding expectations with a strong work ethic and lead by example attitude
  • Over 20,000 hours logged working with various production related equipment/systems

Timeline

Senior Operations Manager

Against the Grain Gourmet
01.2025 - Current

Production Manager

Against the Grain Gourmet
07.2022 - 01.2025

Field Service Technician

TriNova
04.2018 - 09.2020

Raw/Pack/Sanitation Manager

Against the Grain Gourmet
07.2016 - 07.2022

Raw/Sanitation Manager

Against the Grain Gourmet
07.2014 - 07.2016

Team Leader

Agains the Grain Gourmet
07.2013 - 07.2014

Dietary Aid

Vernon Homes
04.2009 - 03.2012

Lean 101 Training -

Vermont Manufacturing Extension Center

High School Diploma -

Brattleboro Union High School

Diversity/Sensitivity Training -

Richards Group

CPR/First Aid Certification -

Brattleboro Rescue Inc
Chris Sleeper