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Brian Riga

Bay,Arkansas

Summary

Responsive Team Leader with expertise in employee management, training, and group leadership. Maintains group safety and strict performance standards with successful monitoring strategies. Dedicated to accuracy and customer satisfaction. Willing to take on any task to support team and help business succeed. Excellent verbal and written communicator with strong background cultivating positive relationships and exceeding goals.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

MRO Buyer

Crane Composites
Jonesboro, Arkansas
10.2019 - 03.2020
  • Monitored inventory levels and adjusted purchasing strategies accordingly.
  • Managed vendor contracts, ensuring compliance with established terms and conditions.
  • Executed purchase orders according to established procurement processes and guidelines.
  • Processed payments for approved invoices in a timely manner.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure reliable supply chains.

Quality Leadperson/QA Technician

Crane Composites
Jonesboro, Arkansas
08.2013 - 10.2019
  • Implemented structured daily production systems
  • Evaluated product capability against established specifications
  • Recorded finalized product status
  • Determining quality and reliability standards
  • Investigating quality complaints
  • Capable of drafting Preventive Action and Corrective Action documents
  • Assessed raw materials to ensure compliance with standards
  • Familiar with color standards, formulations, and adjustments
  • Proficiency in daily operation of Micrometer, Viscometer, Colorimeter, and Instron testing systems
  • Employ strong problem-solving abilities in high-pressure situations
  • Exhibits flexibility in response to change and swift learning capabilities.
  • Evaluated parts for defects throughout continuous process
  • Manage operations of packers, sheer operators, inspectors, and front utilities.
  • Supervised teams and individuals, giving feedback on performance, and setting goals for improvement.
  • Monitored team operations and workflow during busy periods, making adjustments to improve pace.
  • Coordinated with other departments to streamline processes.
  • Identified areas of improvement, and implemented necessary changes.
  • Monitored employee performance, providing feedback and coaching as needed.
  • Developed strategies for improving processes, increasing efficiency, and reducing costs.
  • Provided technical assistance to staff members when needed.
  • Ensured compliance with internal policies and procedures as well as applicable laws and regulations.
  • Analyzed data from surveys or customer feedback to make recommendations for improvement.
  • Promoted to leadership position in recognition of strong work ethic and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Mentored newly hired employees on machine operations and implemented training on safety procedures to prevent injuries.
  • Oversaw training and development programs to enhance team skills and knowledge.
  • Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
  • Tested and calibrated instruments to ensure accuracy and reliability of data.
  • Mentoring abilities
  • Coordinate Technical Presentations to ensure effective communication of key concepts.
  • Capable of acting in a professional manner

Quality Assurance Technician

Crane Composites
Jonesboro, AR
01.2002 - 10.2019
  • Supervised personnel while ensuring adherence to quality assurance operations.
  • Conducted weekly audits of processes to maintain compliance with established policies.
  • Determined lab color value of test specimens to support accurate analysis.
  • Verified calibrations to uphold testing standards and accuracy.
  • Performed temperature gauge tests, burnout tests, and flex tests to evaluate material integrity.
  • Managed employee time cards to ensure accurate payroll processing.

Youth Pastor

Maple Grove Baptist Church
Trumann, AR
10.2005 - 12.2010
  • Provided leadership and personal ministry involvement for junior high and senior high youth.
  • Coordinated youth worship services weekly for 60 to 80 students.
  • Taught Sunday School, fostering spiritual growth among participants.
  • Trained and equipped volunteers to enhance youth ministry effectiveness.
  • Developed student leaders in youth group, promoting peer engagement.
  • Strategized future direction of ministry through vision casting and goal setting.
  • Facilitated crisis counseling sessions for youth, offering support during challenges.
  • Planned diverse activities including summer camps, weekend retreats, and mission trips to Amsterdam and New York.

Leadperson/Inspector

Crane Composites
Jonesboro, AR
01.1996 - 01.2002
  • Implemented daily production setups to streamline operations.
  • Assessed product capability relative to specifications to maintain standards.
  • Recorded finished product statuses for tracking and reporting purposes.
  • Conducted inspections of parts during continuous processes to identify defects.

Student Worker

Arkansas State University Library
01.1994 - 01.1996
  • Assisted in daily shipping and receiving of library books.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Christian Counseling

Crown College Online
Online
01-2020

College Basics - Counseling

Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR
01-1994

Graduate -

Jonesboro High School
Jonesboro, AR
05-1992

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Effective communication
  • ISO 9000
  • ISO 9000:2000 Internal Audit
  • Lean Management
  • 5S management system
  • Kaizen
  • Process improvement (Six Sigma)
  • Quality assurance supervision
    Team leadership
    Process improvement
    Data analysis
  • Inventory Auditing
  • Team Development
  • Quality Awareness
  • facilitate Yellow Belt project
  • Computer literacy
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Problem-solving ability
  • Technical documentation
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Team assessment
  • Team supervision
  • Safety processes and procedures
  • Leading team meetings

References

  • Lee Stracener, Vice President, Stracener Brothers Construction,
  • (870) 623-6555
  • Angie Mitchka, Scheduling Manager, Crane Composites,
  • (815) 685-6989
  • Starla Toddy, Site Director, Nice-Pak Products, Inc.,
  • (870) 926-7181

Timeline

MRO Buyer

Crane Composites
10.2019 - 03.2020

Quality Leadperson/QA Technician

Crane Composites
08.2013 - 10.2019

Youth Pastor

Maple Grove Baptist Church
10.2005 - 12.2010

Quality Assurance Technician

Crane Composites
01.2002 - 10.2019

Leadperson/Inspector

Crane Composites
01.1996 - 01.2002

Student Worker

Arkansas State University Library
01.1994 - 01.1996

Some College (No Degree) - Christian Counseling

Crown College Online

College Basics - Counseling

Arkansas State University

Graduate -

Jonesboro High School

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