Brian Canfield
New Albany,PA
Summary
Skilled 3rd Shift Team Leader with background in managing, motivating and training diverse teams. Strengths include exceptional leadership, problem-solving capabilities, and adaptability to maintain productivity during non-traditional work hours. Impactful contributions in previous roles through implementation of efficient operational processes to enhance team performance and meet deadlines.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of post-secondary education
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
3rd Shift Team Leader
Cargill
Wyalusing, Pennsylvania
09.2016 - Current
- Led third-shift production teams at Cargill, enforcing safety and quality standards.
- Coordinated shift handoffs, production schedules, and daily workflow priorities.
- Trained team members on GMPs, sanitation, and plant procedures.
- Communicated shift updates with supervisors, operators, and support teams.
- Evaluated individual performance reviews to identify areas of improvement.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements within the shift.
- Addressed escalated issues quickly and effectively.
Solids Control Technician
Newalta & Aly centrifuge
Houston, Texas
06.2011 - 09.2016
- Monitored equipment status and reported issues to supervision.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on equipment and machinery.
- Did troubleshooting and repair of on-site equipment.
- Trained new hires on operational procedures and policies.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements within the shift.
- Addressed escalated issues quickly and effectively.
- Created detailed reports summarizing activities during the shift.
- Handled escalated customer concerns and emergencies in absence of manager or supervisor.
- Complied with company safety procedures, policies and regulations to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the work area to uphold company standards.
- Handled emergency situations with composure and in accordance with company guidelines.
Site Supervisor
Matrix facility management
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
01.2009 - 06.2011
- Trained new hires on operational procedures and policies.
- Provided guidance and direction to employees on shift tasks and duties.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements within the shift.
- Evaluated individual performance reviews to identify areas of improvement.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business
Keystone College
La Plume, PA 08.2003 - 06.2010
Skills
- Shift leadership
- Employee training
- Customer complaint resolution
- Decision making
- Creative problem solving
- Strong verbal and written communication
Certification
- OSHA 30 certification, 2010
- ISO 9000 auditor, 2003
Timeline
3rd Shift Team Leader
Cargill
09.2016 - Current
Solids Control Technician
Newalta & Aly centrifuge
06.2011 - 09.2016
Site Supervisor
Matrix facility management
01.2009 - 06.2011
Bachelor of Science - Business
Keystone College
08.2003 - 06.2010