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Benjamin Alexander

Lenoir,NC

Summary

Adept at fostering team growth and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, my tenure at Exela Pharma Sciences showcased my ability to enhance product quality and streamline operations. Skilled in computer proficiency and conflict resolution, I excel in environments requiring adaptability and a keen eye for detail, significantly contributing to operational excellence and employee development.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Shift Leader

Exela Pharma Sciences
08.2023 - Current
  • Provided ongoing training for new hires, fostering positive team atmosphere that encouraged growth and development.
  • Proactively identified potential problems before they escalated, addressing them swiftly and effectively to minimize negative impact on daily operations.
  • Actively participated in regular audits to verify compliance with industry regulations and company policies, ensuring continued certification and enhanced credibility within the market.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and safety standards in daily operations.
  • Acted as a liaison between upper management and staff members, effectively communicating expectations from both parties while addressing any concerns that arose during operations.
  • Managed scheduling and workload distribution, maximizing productivity without overwhelming team members or compromising quality of work.
  • Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying defects in a timely manner.
  • Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.

Filling Operator

Exela Pharma Sciences
08.2021 - 08.2023
  • Reported malfunctions and errors to supervising staff, addressed concerns and supported other machine operators completing challenging workloads under tight schedules.
  • Ensured high standard of quality for all products during active production activities.
  • Observed machine operations to verify quality and conformity of products, stepping in to resolve issues promptly and avoid costly production errors.
  • Maintained cleanroom attitude and current good manufacturing practices at all times.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new training and process flow updates.
  • Assisted other operators via training and documentation practices.

Shift Leader

Dunkin Donuts
05.2019 - 03.2021
  • Monitored employee actions for effective safety, sanitation and general housekeeping compliance, proactively protecting staff and customers from safety hazards and infection risk.
  • Delivered superior training and leadership to teams to boost performance and help team members achieve performance targets.
  • Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Prepared shift summary reports for supervisor and communicated regularly on goals and progress.
  • Conducted weekly inventory counts to document all products.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.

Carry Out Cashier

Captain Galleys
12.2018 - 02.2019
  • Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register to record all transactions accurately and efficiently.
  • Conducted inventory counts by adding each item in stock and documenting them.

Maintenance Technician

Tyson Foods
08.2018 - 09.2018
  • Completed daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
  • Followed all work orders and specifications to determine which machines and equipment required replacement, repair or maintenance.
  • Assessed operating conditions and adjusted settings to maximize performance and equipment longevity.

STEM Camp Counselor

Boy Scouts of America
06.2016 - 07.2016
  • Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
  • Used Computer programming tools to teach campers about robotics and computer technology
  • Maintained facility, equipment and vehicles to promote safe and secure environment for campers and staff.

Education

High School Diploma -

Caldwell Career Cen Mid. Coll.
Hudson, NC
04.2017

Skills

  • Health and Safety Standards
  • Employee Training
  • Inventory Control
  • Computer proficiency
  • Flexible & Adaptable
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Compliance Enforcement
  • Product Inspection
  • Employee Supervision
  • Facilities maintenance
  • Safety processes and procedures
  • Best Manufacturing Practices

Timeline

Shift Leader

Exela Pharma Sciences
08.2023 - Current

Filling Operator

Exela Pharma Sciences
08.2021 - 08.2023

Shift Leader

Dunkin Donuts
05.2019 - 03.2021

Carry Out Cashier

Captain Galleys
12.2018 - 02.2019

Maintenance Technician

Tyson Foods
08.2018 - 09.2018

STEM Camp Counselor

Boy Scouts of America
06.2016 - 07.2016

High School Diploma -

Caldwell Career Cen Mid. Coll.
Benjamin Alexander