Bryan Swift

Oversee production and union employees on a continuous flow production line. Ensure safety of employees and that safety policies are adhered to. Coordinate with maintenance department on repairs, PM cycles and equipment related downtime. Work with quality department to ensure raw materials and finished product testing are performed and are within specifications.

• Optimized workflow through effective resource allocation and scheduling adjustments.
• Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
• Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
• Assisted in the implementation of new systems or machinery upgrades for enhanced productivity and cost savings.
• Conducted root cause analysis on production issues for prompt resolution, minimizing negative impacts on output rates.
• Contributed to continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities for process enhancements and recommending appropriate solutions for implementation.
• Evaluated employee performance regularly against established benchmarks for ongoing personnel development.
• Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
• Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.

Managed a boiler room and asphalt processing plant. Oversaw eight union operators that were staffed 24/7/365. Managed inbound raw material logistics to ensure an uninterrupted supply to a roofing plant that operated 24/7 up to thirteen days of continuous production. Delivered to the plant with minimal interruptions for over four years total. Managed safety, environmental compliance, process interruptions, coordinated with maintenance, contractors, engineering and other departments.

• Reduced workplace accidents with consistent enforcement of safety guidelines and conducting routine inspections.
• Managed daily operations, coordinating staff schedules and allocating resources to ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Successfully met project deadlines by effectively communicating expectations and monitoring progress throughout each phase.
• Developed strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable terms for supplies and equipment purchases.
• Ensured a clean and organized workspace by enforcing strict housekeeping standards across the yard operations.
• Led a cross-functional team to identify areas for improvement within the yard, resulting in more efficient daily operations.
• Promoted a positive work environment by fostering open communication channels among employees at all levels of the organization.
• Coordinated closely with other departments to ensure seamless integration between yard operations and overall business objectives.
• Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.

Managed up to four salaried production supervisors and a department of up to approximately sixty union production operators. Achieved and exceeded production goal metrics for two and one half years. Converted from a three shift operation to four shifts in 2004.

• Reduced waste and material costs by optimizing resource allocation and inventory management.
• Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
• Developed a comprehensive training program for new hires, resulting in higher employee retention rates and faster integration into the team.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products according to customer requirements.
• Conducted root cause analysis on production issues, devising corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging open communication between team members and regularly soliciting feedback on operational procedures.
• Developed strong relationships with key stakeholders, resulting in better collaboration and alignment on project objectives.
• Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
• Returned to production supervision to fill a production supervisor position 2005 to 2011.