BRYAN GRAGG
Sherrills Ford,NC
Summary
Professional production specialist with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in overseeing production processes, optimizing workflows, and ensuring quality standards. Reliable and adaptable, effectively managing resources and fostering productive work environment. Expertise in safety protocols, inventory management, and process improvement.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Supervisor
Pactiv Evergreen
04.2024 - Current
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
- Managed team of 85 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
- Implemented safety protocols and conducted regular audits, achieving a reduction in workplace accidents and incidents.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss progress and address any issues, promoting open communication.
Small Business Co-Owner
Appalachian Impressions Co
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Collaborated with co-owner on critical decision-making regarding business growth opportunities and strategic partnerships.
- Managed day-to-day operations of the small business, overseeing personnel schedules and handling customer inquiries as needed.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, bookkeeping, and tax preparation.
Converting Supervisor
Carolina Container
05.2022 - 10.2023
- Provide leadership on the production floor
- Ensure all employees comply with all safety standards and policies
- Engage in daily waste tracking and reduction practices
- Verify that all quality checks are executed correctly by direct reports
- Focus on good housekeeping practices
- Provided leadership support to team members in resolving operational challenges
- Managed daily operations, including scheduling, production planning, and quality control
- Conducted regular staff meetings to review progress against objectives
Regional Production Manager
Cantey Foundation Specialists
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Accountable for the performance and outcomes of the branch, ensuring tasks and projects were carried out effectively and efficiently
- Coordinated and supervised the installation teams, ensuring timely completion of projects and meeting revenue targets set by the company
- Responsible for training and developing the branch crew members
- Provided guidance, coaching, and support to enhance their skills and expertise in foundation repair
- Effectively communicated best practices and safety protocols to ensure high-quality workmanship
- Implemented quality control measures, conducted inspections, and ensured that all foundation repair projects met the company's standards
- My commitment to excellence contributed to customer satisfaction and the company's reputation
Converting Supervisor
Pratt Industries
11.2019 - 05.2021
- Provide leadership on the production floor
- Ensure all employees comply with all safety standards and policies
- Engage in daily waste tracking and reduction practices
- Verify that all quality checks are executed correctly by direct reports
- Focus on good housekeeping practices
Converting Supervisor
Georgia-Pacific
11.2017 - 10.2019
- Provide leadership on the production floor
- Ensure all employees comply with all safety standards and policies
- Complete and explain daily operations which include production and safety reports
- Verify that all quality checks are executed and recorded correctly using InfinityQS
- Daily management of roll stock inventory
- Provide all necessary tools for the development and growth of direct reports
Ward Jumbo Flexo Folder-Gluer Operator
International Paper Company
09.2016 - 11.2017
- Required to produce a quality product as specified by the customer, while practicing safe and efficient work habits
- Maintained positive and productive work environment for work crew
- Excelled at every lead position obtained
- Knowledge of additional machine operator positions were learned on following presses: Ward United Die-Cutter, Bobst Die-Cutter, Automaton Labeler, Mini-Martin Flexo Folder-Gluer
Checker Loader Shipping Department
Sonoco Display and Packaging
10.2011 - 11.2013
- Essential functions are as follows: Loading vehicles in manner to ensure safe arrival of goods to destination
- Verify correct counts and descriptions of goods are reflected on documents
- Observe condition of goods loaded, withhold damaged or improperly packaged goods
- Responsible for the operation and maintenance of lift trucks
- Proficient at creating BOL, ASN and COA documentation using JDEdwards system
Ward United Die-Cutter Operator
International Paper Company
10.2011 - 11.2011
- Essential functions are as follows: Responsible for set-up and operation of entire machine
- Perform preventative maintenance to machine as outlined in PM guidelines
- Meet quality and productivity standards
- Read masters/work orders to retrieve information specific to job required to machine
- Record machine hours and quantities into JDEdwards system
- Assisted Quality Control operations to further increase knowledge of process procedures
- Attained endorsement from management for interest in accepting increased responsibility and leadership capabilities
- Great desire to continue in areas of leadership and/or management
Education
High School Diploma -
Freedom High School
Morganton, NC06.1989
Skills
- Effective Team Leadership
- Employee Development
- Accident Prevention
- Operational Excellence
- Safety Compliance
- Operational Efficiency
- Equipment Maintenance
- Inventory Management
- Manufacturing processes
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification
- Fundamentals of Operations Management
Accomplishments
- Achieved Pactiv Evergreen Production System (PEPS) SILVER certification through effectively helping with execution of overall plant preparedness. This was an all-time high assessment during my tenure.
- Achieved BRCGS AA rating through effectively helping with execution of overall plant preparedness. This was an all-time high assessment for this facility during my tenure.
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Pactiv Evergreen
04.2024 - Current
Small Business Co-Owner
Appalachian Impressions Co
10.2023 - 04.2024
Converting Supervisor
Carolina Container
05.2022 - 10.2023
Regional Production Manager
Cantey Foundation Specialists
05.2021 - 05.2022
Converting Supervisor
Pratt Industries
11.2019 - 05.2021
Converting Supervisor
Georgia-Pacific
11.2017 - 10.2019
Ward Jumbo Flexo Folder-Gluer Operator
International Paper Company
09.2016 - 11.2017
Checker Loader Shipping Department
Sonoco Display and Packaging
10.2011 - 11.2013
Ward United Die-Cutter Operator
International Paper Company
10.2011 - 11.2011
High School Diploma -
Freedom High School
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