Brandon Hudson
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Accomplished Production Manager with a proven track record at Sunshine Peanut Company, enhancing production efficiency by streamlining processes and integrating lean manufacturing techniques. Expert in health and safety compliance and a skilled mentor in workforce training, I've significantly improved productivity and operational standards. My strategic approach and dedication to product quality have consistently resulted in superior customer satisfaction and operational excellence.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Manager
Sunshine Peanut Company
09.2014 - 10.2024
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
- Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
- *****Wrote processes, evaluations, Hazardous Vulnerability Analyses, GMPs, SOPs, Food Safety Plan per HAACP
- Partnered with leadership on recruiting, hiring and coaching production personnel.
- Coordinated with sales and marketing departments to align production schedules with demand forecasts, maximizing both efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Enhanced production efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing lean manufacturing techniques.
- Spearheaded process improvements that led to reduced cycle times, allowing for increased output without additional manpower or equipment investment.
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs for equipment, extending their lifespan and minimizing downtime due to malfunctions.
- Introduced automation and technological advancements to the production floor, leading to increased efficiency and reduced labor costs.
- Initiated and managed lean manufacturing initiative, resulting in more efficient use of resources and reduction in lead times.
- Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
- Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocking schedules to avoid production delays from unavailable materials.
- Trained in and implemented emergency response procedures to protect team members and property.
Field Technician
Thermal Systems Balancing, Inc.
09.2010 - 06.2014
- Communicated with supervisor to report progress, discuss issues and seek guidance.
- Kept detailed records of field measurements and data.
- Prioritized and managed multiple tasks and projects to meet deadlines and enhance customer satisfaction.
- Minimized potential hazards through adherence to safety guidelines during all field assignments.
Maintenance Manager
Jacksonville Skeet and Trap
05.2008 - 09.2010
- Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
- Optimized spare parts inventory management by identifying critical items and setting appropriate stock levels based on usage patterns.
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and managing repair schedules.
- Trained maintenance technicians to apply proper techniques and best practices and comply with safety protocols.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
Education
No Degree - Emergency Medical Technician
Florida State College
Jacksonville, FLHigh School Diploma -
Frank H. Peterson Academies of Technology
Jacksonville, FL05-2008
Skills
- Continuous improvements
- Dedication to product quality
- Health and safety compliance
- Quality assurance training
- Manufacturing management
- Workflow optimization
- Training skills
- Equipment monitoring
- Assembly and production
- Inventory coordination
- Manufacturing operations
- Technical specifications
- Logistics
- Inventory management specialist
- Capacity planning
- Material handling expertise
- Workforce training
- Preventive maintenance oversight
- Production data analysis
- Industrial plant management
- Procurement specialist
- Experienced in production scheduling
- Optimizing production output
- Production Planning
- Troubleshooting skills
- Lean manufacturing processes
- Project Management
- Staff training
- Safety assessment
- Supply Chain Management
- Engineering/project management experience
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Material handling expert
- Report writing
- Equipment maintenance
- Raw product testing
- Infrastructure management
- Technical staff collaboration
- Strategic thinker
- Staffing management
- Manufacturing
Accomplishments
- Proficiently supervised 5 production lines, oversaw materials inspection, scheduled production and conducted weekly physical inventories.
- Supervised team of 40 staff members.
- Increased overall productivity and quality by [Number]% by creating multiple shifts, and acquiring higher production machinery.
Certification
- Preventative Controls Qualified Individual Certification
- Forklift Certification
- Forklift Instruction Certification
Timeline
Production Manager
Sunshine Peanut Company
09.2014 - 10.2024
Field Technician
Thermal Systems Balancing, Inc.
09.2010 - 06.2014
Maintenance Manager
Jacksonville Skeet and Trap
05.2008 - 09.2010
- Preventative Controls Qualified Individual Certification
- Forklift Certification
- Forklift Instruction Certification
No Degree - Emergency Medical Technician
Florida State College
High School Diploma -
Frank H. Peterson Academies of Technology
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