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Brandon Edwards

Spartanburg,South Carolina

Summary

Motivated training specialist excited to develop successful productivity plans that meet dynamic company and employee needs. Accustomed to collaborating with managers to hone in on unique requirements. Prepared to bring a positive attitude, leadership abilities and technical expertise developed over 23-year career to a growth-oriented role.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Polymer Trainer Tech

Mitsubishi Chemical Group
08.2000 - Current
  • Responsible for new hire training in the Polymer department.
  • Mentors new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
  • Trains and certifies operators as needed based on skills certification plans.
  • Evaluates the effectiveness of training initiatives by tracking participant progress and gathering feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Delivers instructional training on equipment use, focusing on efficiency and safety.
  • Conducts comprehensive needs assessments to identify gaps in knowledge and skills, informing future program development.
  • Monitors participant workflow and behaviors throughout training process.
  • Responsible for operational procedure development.
  • Develops operator training packets and certification exams.
  • Develops operator training plans and conducts operator training, training certification and record keeping.
  • Participates in area safety walk-throughs.
  • Participates in special projects related to safety, quality, and productivity improvements.
  • Provides support during process trials.
  • Implements Visual Standards in the Polycycle / Filter Cleaning Area.
  • Support and Follow-up on PHA items.
  • Support and follow-up on IMS action items.
  • Conducts/Participates in PSSR’s.
  • Promotes a positive, active work environment to drive efficient processes.
  • Key point of contact for operating teams and participates in on-call rotation for support of production/process issues. Area troubleshooting and working with Asset Team to problem solve and improve productivity.
  • Working knowledge of Polycycle process flow and expertise in the following areas: flake conveying systems, reclaim line operation, blending. Basic process understanding of the filter cleaning area.
  • 23 year’s experience in the Polycycle department. Held all certifications except filter cleaning.
  • Records and edits videos to facilitate site learning.
  • Responsible for site DOT hazmat employee training program. Schedules and teaches DOT hazmat employee material in class and online courses to maintain site DOT training requirements.
  • Selected and served as a SafeStart trainer from 2011-2019. Delivered SafeStart modules in class setting to site new hires.
  • Worked with the safety department to develop monthly site safety meeting content from 2015- 2018.
  • Worked with the safety department to develop and design site safety calendars from 2016-2018.
  • Proficient with SABA. Participant in the LMS site initiative 2016-2017, in which was trialed multiple LMS programs. Once SABA was chosen as our LMS, worked with the maintenance manager, the SABA representative, and a small group of trainers to help build the SABA program into what it is today.
  • Expert in PMF application functionality. Function as the contact support for any ongoing PMF issues (2014-current). I work with the IT group when necessary to find solutions to programming errors when they arise.
  • Collaborated with the HR department, Safety department and multiple United way chairs to design logos, event media, t-shirts and other creative expressions to support various site initiatives.
  • Served as a volunteer department coordinator for the 2016-2017 United Way campaigns.
  • Served as 2nd chair on the 2018 United Way campaign.
  • Served as 1st chair on the 2019 United Way campaign.
  • TLS member since 2006.

Warehouse Operator /Driver

Quality Logistics
10.1998 - 08.2000
  • Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
  • Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
  • Completed daily cycle counts and quarterly inventories and resolved variances to maintain data accuracy.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records to provide data for use in audits and completion of order requests
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Used forklifts and pallet jacks to relocate products.
  • Built truck loading lists for drivers and facilitated loading processes between transportation and warehouse personnel.
  • Made pickups and deliveries of customer product.

Order Processor

BMG Distribution
01.1997 - 10.1998
  • Expedited urgent orders upon request, ensuring timely delivery while maintaining overall workflow efficiency.
  • Examined orders to confirm accuracy, completeness and adherence to customer requirements.
  • Processed customer orders in line with established policies and procedures.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring accurate and timely order fulfillment.

Education

Associate of Arts - Graphic Design

Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC

Skills

  • Course Development
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Manufacturing
  • Creative Problem-Solving
  • Public Speaking
  • Proficient in (PMF, FMF, SAP, Excel, Word, Visio, Powerpoint)
  • Team Building
  • Problem Solving
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Technical Expertise
  • Documentation and Recordkeeping

Timeline

Polymer Trainer Tech

Mitsubishi Chemical Group
08.2000 - Current

Warehouse Operator /Driver

Quality Logistics
10.1998 - 08.2000

Order Processor

BMG Distribution
01.1997 - 10.1998

Associate of Arts - Graphic Design

Greenville Technical College

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