Brian McCandless
Appleton,WI
Summary
Focused leader with a strong background in managing complex projects within distribution and food processing environments. Skilled in training teams and optimizing workflows to achieve operational excellence and safety compliance.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Distribution Center General Manager
Frito-Lay
Appleton, WI
03.2025 - Current
- Managed daily operations to optimize distribution processes and enhance productivity.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Trained team members on equipment usage and operational procedures for improved efficiency.
- Monitored inventory levels to support timely order fulfillment and minimize stock discrepancies.
- Managed food safety protocols and executed FDA audit to level of excellence
Transformation Project Manager
Frito-Lay
Plano, TX
07.2022 - 03.2025
- Led deployment of PLC code changes as required as part of Frito-Lay ERP transformation project
- Led cross-functional teams to ensure project milestones were met on schedule.
- Developed and implemented process improvements, enhancing operational efficiency across multiple projects.
- Managed project budgets, ensuring alignment with financial objectives and resource allocation.
- Coordinated stakeholder communication, facilitating timely updates and feedback throughout project lifecycle.
- Developed and implemented project plans, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
Industrial Maintenance Manager
Frito-Lay
Frankfort, IN
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Led maintenance team in executing preventive and corrective maintenance programs to ensure operational efficiency.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols, enhancing compliance and reducing workplace incidents.
- Coordinated equipment repairs and upgrades, minimizing downtime and optimizing production schedules.
- Trained staff on maintenance best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and skill development.
Food Processing Manager
Frito-Lay
Frankfort, IN
05.2019 - 07.2021
- Led processing operations, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Streamlined workflow processes, increasing efficiency in production lines.
- Mentored team members on best practices, enhancing overall performance and skill development.
- Led continuous improvement initiatives to optimize production lines
Education
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Management
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN05-2019
Skills
- Warehouse operations
- Space utilization
- Employee training
- Logistics planning
- Lean principles
- Continuous improvement
- Project planning
- Forecasting and planning
- Safety and health regulations
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Training - May 2020
Timeline
Distribution Center General Manager
Frito-Lay
03.2025 - Current
Transformation Project Manager
Frito-Lay
07.2022 - 03.2025
Industrial Maintenance Manager
Frito-Lay
07.2021 - 07.2022
Food Processing Manager
Frito-Lay
05.2019 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Management
Purdue University