Alexander Reed
San Antonio
Summary
Experienced with managing factory operations and ensuring seamless production workflows. Utilizes process improvement techniques to enhance efficiency and reduce operational bottlenecks. Knowledge of quality control measures and team leadership to meet and exceed production targets.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisor of Factory Operations
Cuisine Solutions
San Antonio, TX
01.2024 - Current
- Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Led process improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Trained and mentored staff on operational procedures and equipment usage.
- Implemented workflow optimizations that increased output while maintaining product integrity.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers to enhance service delivery.
- Analyzed inventory levels to optimize stock replenishment and minimize shortages.
- Maintained accurate records of all MRO purchases, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Inspect components and gauges according to engineering drawings and specification sheets
- Measure finished parts using micrometers, calipers, height gauges, CMM, vision systems, and other precision tools
- Perform visual and dimensional inspections to support process qualification and quality standards
- Document inspection results accurately, including route cards and nonconformance reports
- Identify and communicate any defects or out-of-spec conditions to leadership
- Maintain an organized and safe inspection area while following established procedures
Manager of Operations
Eddleton Investments
San Antonio, TX
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Set, enforced, and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
- Partnered with vendors and suppliers to effectively manage and budget.
- Scheduled regular inspections of equipment and facilities to manage wear and tear.
- Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
- Uploaded time records into the computer system and made adjustments to create an accurate database for payroll processing functions.
Inventory Manager
Monticello Manor
San Antonio, TX
12.2021 - 01.2023
- Managed inbound and outbound inventory to support site operations.
- Implemented system improvements to track stock levels and reduce shortages.
- Conducted regular research to identify trends and cost saving opportunities.
- Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets, and maintained permanent records.
- Adecco Staffing Agency – Warehouse Associate Team Lead
- San Antonio, TX | Jan 2013 – Nov 2022 (Temp Agency / Multi site)
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to verify accuracy and prevent errors.
- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
- Alternate goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approaches to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
- Labeled and accurately moved customer orders to meet shipment timetables and minimize errors.
- Met environmentally controlled warehouse operational needs through smooth staffing and resource allocation.
- Keep documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Tracked production and quality control systems to proactively identify deficiencies.
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Unloaded trucks and rail cars and moved materials to the staging area.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
Credit Manager
Premier Rentals
San Antonio, TX
01.2019 - 11.2021
- Supported front-end operations and handled customer inquiries.
- Assisted in inventory tracking for high-value retail items.
- Wrote and implemented standard operating procedures for credit personnel to achieve consistency in unit operations.
- Devised collection recovery strategies to resolve customer issues and delinquent cases.
- Fielded customer questions regarding available merchandise, sales, current prices and upcoming company changes.
Assistant Store Manager
Cash America International Inc.
San Antonio, TX
01.2017 - 12.2018
- Managed store inventory and retail displays for high-turnover products.
- Trained and supervised staff in daily operations, customer service, and restocking.
- Facilitate a customer-centric environment by engaging customers in a friendly and professional manner and rapidly addressing any customer issues.
- Monitor and assist in the training of Sales Associates (Pawnbrokers) and Cash Advance Associates so their development meets prescribed Cash America standards.
- Recruit top talent and source candidates through company-prescribed channels.
- Administer processes and procedures within the store, which include inventory, managing loans, merchandising, store presentation, store systems, and corporate reporting.
- Evaluate store financial statements and drive profitability through communication and goal setting.
- Ensure that operating standards meet or exceed Cash America standards.
- Monitor loan qualification and buy processes to ensure value and integrity of all.
Education
High School Diploma -
Desert Rose Academy
Las Vegas, NVSkills
- Retail Merchandising
- Inventory Control & Stocking
- Forklift Operation & Safety Compliance
- Team Supervision & Training
- Warehouse Logistics(Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs )
- Shrink Reduction
- Customer Service & Communication
- Planogram Implementation
- POS & Inventory Software
- Employee training
- Experience using precision measurement equipment
- GD&T knowledge
Certification
- Forklift Operator – Certified
- OSHA Awareness Training
Timeline
Supervisor of Factory Operations
Cuisine Solutions
01.2024 - Current
Manager of Operations
Eddleton Investments
01.2023 - 01.2024
Inventory Manager
Monticello Manor
12.2021 - 01.2023
Credit Manager
Premier Rentals
01.2019 - 11.2021
Assistant Store Manager
Cash America International Inc.
01.2017 - 12.2018
High School Diploma -
Desert Rose Academy