Bradley Richardson
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Dynamic Production Manager with extensive experience at Eska USA, recognized for driving process improvements and effective team collaboration. Proficient in developing standard operating procedures (SOPs) that enhance employee motivation and safety awareness. Achievements include maximizing operational efficiency and significantly advancing workflow quality through targeted team management and development initiatives. Core competencies encompass problem-solving, leadership, and strategic communication, consistently resulting in increased productivity.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Manager
Eska USA
Suffolk, VA
08.2024 - 04.2025
- Created SOPs and documented system, planning criteria and procedures.
- Facilitated communication between departments to ensure project alignment.
- Cultivated culture of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement while providing operational leadership.
- Provided input for performance reviews and identified areas for additional improvement.
- Supervised maintenance activities for manufacturing machines and equipment.
- Documented batch records for manufacturing process and product history recordkeeping.
- Evaluated existing processes for potential automation opportunities.
- Promoted employee safety awareness based on understanding of regulatory mandates and organizational best practices.
- Coordinated preventive maintenance on existing and new production equipment and performed routine calibration.
- Supported audit reviews and initiated corrective actions.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and components.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of materials throughout the production process.
- Maintained top-notch quality control standards and eliminated downtime to maximize revenue.
- Issued work orders for repairs to plan maintenance of equipment, machinery and vehicles.
- Led regular stand-up meetings, Scrums and continuous improvement projects with measurable goals.
- Identified staffing and capital needs, collected relevant data and wrote justifications for established needs.
- Supervised production schedules, production quality and on-time delivery.
- Reviewed individual employee performance to correct issues and enhance productivity.
- Contributed to new plant startup and implementation of processes for manufacturing, shipping and receiving and inventory management.
Supervisor
Pella Corporation
Gettysburg, PA
03.2006 - 08.2023
- Directed and supervised team of 10-15 employees in daily operations.
- Tracked progress on projects and provided timely feedback to staff members.
- Conducted weekly meetings with team members to discuss upcoming tasks and project deadlines.
- Developed and implemented operational policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and accuracy of workflows.
- Performed monthly inventory checks to ensure sufficient stock levels for all products.
- Ensured compliance with workplace safety regulations by providing training sessions for all staff members.
- Monitored employee productivity levels on a regular basis to identify areas of improvement.
- Evaluated employee performance through periodic reviews and documented results accordingly.
- Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
- Organized special events such as company picnics or holiday parties for employees.
- Created new strategies for improving customer service standards within the organization.
- Implemented cost-cutting measures without compromising quality of services offered.
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate workflow processes between teams.
- Participated in conferences related to industry trends or organizational developments.
- Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.
- Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
- Coordinated employee schedules according to shift changes and availability.
- Provided ongoing training to address staff needs.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.
- Established and enforced clear goals to keep employees working collaboratively.
- Maintained operating schedules to provide effective coverage for key areas and achieve objectives.
- Identified and corrected performance and personnel issues to reduce impact to business operations.
- Planned and managed resources to consistently meet production, quality and cost goals.
- Responded to employee concerns or complaints by coordinating with human resources team to solve issues.
- Coached staff members to develop long-term career goals.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
- Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
- Assessed company operations for compliance with safety standards.
- Oversaw quality control to identify inconsistencies and malfunctions.
- Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results.
Fountain Manger
Friendly's Restaurant
G, PA
06.2003 - 06.2005
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- EnsuredTPM’S were completed
- Ran reports and count down drawers
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
- Monitored budgets and expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality standards.
- Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures.
- Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.
- Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
- Analyzed customer feedback data to develop action plans for improving services offered.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Drafting Technology
ITT Technical Institute
Mechanicsburg, PASkills
- Business Development
- Process Improvement
- Training and mentoring
- Staff Discipline
- Employee Motivation
- Inventory Oversight
- Process Monitoring and Improvement
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Waste Reduction
- Policy Enforcement
- Processes and procedures
- Goal-Oriented
- Professionalism
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Self Motivation
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Attention to Detail
- Goal Setting
- Team building
- Multitasking
- Decision-Making
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
Timeline
Production Manager
Eska USA
08.2024 - 04.2025
Supervisor
Pella Corporation
03.2006 - 08.2023
Fountain Manger
Friendly's Restaurant
06.2003 - 06.2005
Some College (No Degree) - Drafting Technology
ITT Technical Institute
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