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Anthony Oakes

Seattle,WA

Summary

Results-driven Production Supervisor with extensive expertise in protein processing, food safety compliance, and production leadership, consistently delivering efficiency improvements. Strong background in USDA/OSHA compliance and HACCP standards ensures operational excellence and adherence to regulatory requirements. Proven ability to coordinate supply chain activities while fostering employee development to enhance team performance. Committed to driving productivity and maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety in all production processes.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Supervisor

Kettle Cuisine
03.2024 - Current
  • Oversaw install,taring, and centerline of new Equipment
  • Lead 20+ associates, ensuring compliance with USDA, HACCP, and FDA safety standards.
  • Implement 5S and Lean principles to optimize workflow and reduce waste.
  • Track KPIs and initiate process improvement initiatives to enhance productivity.
  • Manage the production team to ensure the efficiently and timely preparation of products which include meats such as Angus Beef, chicken raised without antibiotics, clam and lobster.
  • Oversee labor planning, equipment maintenance, and material handling.
  • Coordinate sanitation efforts to ensure food safety compliance.
  • Perform mechanical troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
  • Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
  • Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.

Production Supervisor

Nestle Purina
05.2023 - 03.2024
  • Managed production teams of 20+, ensuring on-time execution of material receipt and delivery.
  • Developed and enforced USDA, and HACCP compliance standards.
  • Drove operational efficiency through process improvement initiatives.
  • Coordinated with Sales and Quality teams to align production schedules with customer needs.
  • Provided coaching and performance evaluations for team members.
  • Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
  • Collaborated with internal teams to streamline operations across materials handling, production, and shipping.
  • Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays.

Packing Supervisor

Perdue Farms
09.2022 - 05.2023
  • Launched second shift production lines, ensuring workflow & equipment optimization.
  • Supervised staff to maintain compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Led initiatives to improve efficiency in packaging, shipping, and inventory management.
  • Conducted safety audits and optimized workflow to reduce errors.
  • Provided mechanical troubleshooting for packaging machinery.
  • Sealed, packed, labeled and affixed postage on packages to prepare materials for shipping, utilizing postage meters, and sealing tools.
  • Unpacked and examined incoming shipments to record shortages, rectify damages and reject damaged items.
  • Maintained clean, neat and organized stockroom for easy access to goods.
  • Reviewed outbound merchandise for errors or complications to protect employer reputation and boost customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Operated forklift and hand truck to transport shipments from shipping and receiving platform to storage and work areas.
  • Executed month-end inventory counts to identify discrepancies.
  • Collaborated with manufacturing and supply chain management.
  • Integrated warehouse operations with existing and new business processes.

Manufacturing Production Supervisor

Perdue Farms
09.2019 - 09.2022
  • Managed daily operations, labor scheduling, and equipment maintenance.
  • Conducted root cause analysis to resolve production issues.
  • Developed employee training programs for safety and quality control.
  • Diagnosed and performed preventative maintenance on production equipment.
  • Trained employees in best practices and safety procedures.
  • Assisted with mechanical repairs, sanitation oversight, and USDA audits.
  • Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
  • Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
  • Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
  • Coordinated project workflows for departments.
  • Oversaw inventory and product stock to develop and maintain inventory controls resulting in cost savings and reduced overages.
  • Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
  • Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.

Education

High School Diploma -

Vincent
Vincent, AL
05.2015

Skills

  • USDA compliance knowledge

  • KPI analysis

  • Leadership and mentoring

  • Meat processing operations

  • Inventory control expertise

  • Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Office

  • Preventative maintenance expertise

  • Sanitation and compliance oversight

  • Collaboration across sales and quality departments

  • Budget oversight

  • Audit management

  • 6S implementation

  • Production targets

Accomplishments

  • Achieved Equipment usage through effectively helping with installation, Centerline, and training on equipment
  • started 2nd shift case pack
  • increased 2nd shift efficiency and turn over in department

Awards

Reduced downtime by 20% and increased output by 15% through process improvements at Nestle Purina., Developed training programs that enhanced employee skill sets and productivity at Kettle Cuisine., Diagnosed and resolved mechanical issues, ensuring minimal operational disruptions at Perdue Farms., Optimized material usage and labor allocation to reduce costs at Kettle Cuisine and Perdue Farms.

Timeline

Production Supervisor

Kettle Cuisine
03.2024 - Current

Production Supervisor

Nestle Purina
05.2023 - 03.2024

Packing Supervisor

Perdue Farms
09.2022 - 05.2023

Manufacturing Production Supervisor

Perdue Farms
09.2019 - 09.2022

High School Diploma -

Vincent

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