Andrew Wade
Corydon,IN
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience driving workflow efficiency, process optimization, and cost-saving initiatives. Proven track record of delivering on-time and on-budget results in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Well-versed in training, mentoring, and leading production and operations teams. Very driven in yields and optimization of product
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Cut Floor General Foreman
JBS Swift
Louisville, KY
09.2023 - Current
- Ensured safety protocols were followed
- Supervised, trained, and evaluated assigned personnel in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Provided technical advice to staff regarding operational issues and problems.
- Directed and coordinated production activities to ensure efficient operation of the food processing plant.
- Developed work procedures to increase efficiency and safety standards in the plant.
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety and sanitation regulations in the workplace.
- Enforced company policies and procedures while maintaining a positive work environment.
- Optimized process yields for better performance
- Product Manager Seminar, Yields tour, and HOGS tour
- Explored multiple facilities for idea expansion and application
Production Supervisor
Tyson Foods
Corydon, IN
04.2021 - 09.2023
- Coordinated with quality assurance staff to inspect products for adherence to established standards
- Coordinated workflows and evaluated individual performance to optimize resources
- Enforced safety and sanitation regulations
- Identified opportunities for process optimization based on current operations analysis results
- Resolved conflicts between personnel by utilizing effective communication skills and problem-solving techniques
- Tracked and monitored inventory levels and identified fluctuations in demand
- Conferred with other supervisors and shift leaders to coordinate operations and activities between departments
Production Supervisor
JBS
Louisville, KY
04.2019 - 04.2021
- Interpreted production orders and company policies and procedures for workers
- Tracked and monitored inventory levels and identified fluctuations in demand
- Coordinated the planning and execution of production orders, ensuring on-time delivery
- Trained and coached production staff on best practices and new processes
- Trained employees on equipment operations and work and safety procedures
- Observed equipment operation and proactively addressed issues to prevent downtime
- Monitored employee attendance records and enforced company policies regarding punctuality and absenteeism
Production Supervisor
Tyson Foods
Corydon, IN
11.2013 - 03.2019
- Proficient in the use of computer-aided manufacturing software, SAP
- Assessed production requirements to forecast timelines and outputs
- Developed effective strategies for quality assurance, ensuring products met standards prior to shipment
- Observed equipment operation and proactively addressed issues to prevent downtime
- Enforced safety and sanitation regulations
- Coordinated workflows and evaluated individual performance to optimize resources
- Contributed ideas towards continuous process improvements initiatives
- Trained team members in equipment operation and proper use of PPE
Production Line Leader
Tyson Foods
Corydon, IN
11.2007 - 11.2013
- Communicated well with other team members to ensure smooth operations within the department
- Performed hourly quality checks
- Trained team members
- Looked for areas of improvement and relayed this to upper management
Education
High School -
South Central High School
ElizabethSkills
- Continuous Improvement Projects
- Production and Processing
- Workflow Optimization
- Daily Timekeeping
- Team Member Motivation
- Self-starter
- Task Delegation
- Strategic Planning
- 6S implementation
- Continuous Improvement
Timeline
Cut Floor General Foreman
JBS Swift
09.2023 - Current
Production Supervisor
Tyson Foods
04.2021 - 09.2023
Production Supervisor
JBS
04.2019 - 04.2021
Production Supervisor
Tyson Foods
11.2013 - 03.2019
Production Line Leader
Tyson Foods
11.2007 - 11.2013
High School -
South Central High School