Brian Collicott
Hastings,NE
Summary
Proven leader in compounding and production at Bruckman Rubber Company, adept in GMP knowledge and fostering teamwork. Achieved significant waste reduction and cost savings, enhancing product quality and safety. Spearheaded innovative training programs and Lean Manufacturing principles, driving efficiency gains and superior audit scores. Excelled in formulation development and problem-solving, ensuring seamless new product integration.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Compounding Manager
Bruckman Rubber Company
03.2016 - Current
- Reduced waste and improved product quality through rigorous quality control measures.
- Led a team of employees to achieve optimal production levels while maintaining high safety standards.
- Implemented cost-saving strategies, saving the company thousands of dollars in annual expenses.
- Established strict adherence to regulatory guidelines, resulting in superior audit performance scores and zero citations.
- Managed inventory control procedures, ensuring accurate tracking of raw materials and finished products throughout the supply chain process.
- Championed safety initiatives throughout the facility, resulting in a significant decrease in workplace accidents and incidents over time.
- Chemically formulate new compounds and adjust current compounds to satisfy customer and company requirements.
- Contributed to the successful launch of new products by collaborating with research and development teams, ensuring seamless integration into existing production processes.
- Spearheaded the implementation of Lean Manufacturing principles within the compounding department, driving improvements in both efficiency and waste reduction efforts.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for new employees, ensuring consistent skill development and knowledge transfer.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for team members, providing constructive feedback that resulted in measurable improvements in individual contributions towards achieving department goals.
- Improved overall productivity by optimizing workflow and resource allocation within the compounding department.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends and areas for improvement, leading to increased output and efficiency gains.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for complex manufacturing challenges.
- Developed detailed production schedules to maximize equipment utilization while minimizing downtime due to maintenance or changeover activities.
Compounding Assistant Supervisor
Bruckman Rubber Company
07.2008 - 03.2016
- Managed daily tasks, delegating responsibilities effectively to optimize team resources and meet deadlines.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Submitted documentation and reports to upper management.
- Assisted in the development of training materials to ensure a consistent learning experience for new hires.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
Compounding Machine Operator
Bruckman Rubber Company
05.1998 - 07.2008
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
Machine Operator
Dana Corporation
06.1997 - 05.1998
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
Education
Certificate - Logistics Management
Central Community College
Hastings, NEAssociate of Applied Science - Business Administration
Central Community College
Hastings, NE07.2023
Skills
GMP Knowledge
Material Planning
Safety Procedures
Standard Operating Procedures
Chemical Handling
Production Scheduling
Formulation Development
Forklift Operation
Batch mixing
Teamwork and Collaboration
Problem-Solving
Time Management
Timeline
Compounding Manager
Bruckman Rubber Company
03.2016 - Current
Compounding Assistant Supervisor
Bruckman Rubber Company
07.2008 - 03.2016
Compounding Machine Operator
Bruckman Rubber Company
05.1998 - 07.2008
Machine Operator
Dana Corporation
06.1997 - 05.1998
Certificate - Logistics Management
Central Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
Central Community College
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