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Andrew Rohland

Annville,PA

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record at The Hershey Company, excelling in cross-functional team management and complex problem-solving. Successfully led capital projects to enhance operational capabilities and implemented training programs, fostering staff development. Proficient in electrical and mechanical troubleshooting, ensuring regulatory compliance while optimizing production efficiency.


Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Assoc Manager Mfg & Maint

The Hershey Company
06.2021 - Current
  • Currently oversee a team of three Equipment Technicians and three Maintenance Mechanics.
  • Responsible for overseeing the scheduling and planning of Pilot Plant production runs, Pilot Plant organization and equipment set up and commissioning.
  • Consistently sought out by Tech Center personnel for guidance on how to best utilize Pilot Plant equipment and space to run efficient and effective production runs.
  • Previously led numerous capital projects to improve building conditions, purchase new and improved equipment to increase operational capabilities of the Pilot Plant.
  • Actively took a lead role of implementing Tech Center 2.0, which moved the Tech Center Pilot Plant forward through the development, testing and implementation of the Tech Center Traceability System.
  • Maximized performance of current team by mentoring team members, setting up career progression ladders and implementing training programs to improve the capabilities of the Operations team.
  • Continually resolves conflicts and other operational issues between Operations, R&D, Engineering and other departments to optimize the use of limited resources, through actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.



Dock and Warehouse Supervisor

The Hershey Company
02.2016 - 06.2021
  • Initially oversaw a team of four contractors to complete all shipping, receiving and distribution of materials entering and leaving the Tech Center.
  • Created and implemented a plan to create three full time Hershey employees on the dock to create a more efficient, reliable and effective workplace with full time employees.
  • Created policies and procedures to increase accountability and efficiency of Operations, that directly had a positive impact on the Tech Center.
  • Worked with Hershey Imports to better manage international shipments of products and equipment, resulting in increased efficiency and less items being held up at Customs.
  • Oversaw numerous equipment storage warehouse clean outs and moves between facilities to streamline equipment inventory and operations.
  • Monitored employee performance and offered mentoring and leadership to improve any deficiencies.
  • Performed troubleshooting to resolve issues with equipment, devices and products.

Infantry Fire Team Leader

US Army
01.2007 - 01.2014


  • Completed 16 weeks of Infantry One Station Unit Training in June of 2007.
  • Deployed to Tarmiyah, Iraq from 2008-2009 in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.
  • Served on a small Combat Outpost and conducted daily combat patrols, counter-IED missions, raids, community engagement and training local Iraqi Army and Police forces.
  • Held the positions of Rifleman, Grenadier, Light Machine Gunner, Stryker ICV Driver and Commander, Fire Team Leader and Squad Leader before leaving service.
  • Promoted quickly to E-5 Fire Team leader after 3 years of service due leadership ability, accountability and responsibility of developing team members
  • Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
  • Coordinated and enforces team member placement and distribution of fire.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Central Penn College
Summerdale, PA
06-2020

Skills

  • Electrical and Mechanical Troubleshooting and repair
  • Knowledgeable in Allen Bradley PLCs and troubleshooting
  • Change management
  • Time management
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Emergency response
  • Cross-functional team management
  • Schedule preparation
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Staff training and development
  • Work prioritization

Timeline

Assoc Manager Mfg & Maint

The Hershey Company
06.2021 - Current

Dock and Warehouse Supervisor

The Hershey Company
02.2016 - 06.2021

Infantry Fire Team Leader

US Army
01.2007 - 01.2014

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Central Penn College

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