Cale Bridges
The Magnum Ice Cream Company
Ripley, TN,TN
1
Certification
37
years of professional experience
Dynamic Team Leader with a proven track record at The Magnum Ice Cream Company, excelling in team motivation and problem-solving. Enhanced production efficiency by swiftly resolving line stoppages and enforcing quality standards. Skilled in GMP compliance and fostering collaboration, driving consistent output and operational excellence.
Work History
Team Leader
14 Years 8 Months- Led production line teams to maintain safe, efficient shift operations and consistent output.
- Monitored quality checks, escalating deviations to protect product standards and compliance.
- Coordinated daily workflow, assigning tasks to match staffing, priorities, and machine capacity.
- Trained new team members on SOPs, hygiene practices, and equipment handling.
- Resolved line stoppages quickly, restoring flow and minimizing downtime across production stages.
- Enforced GMP, HACCP, and site safety procedures throughout manufacturing activities.
- Supported shift handovers with clear updates on performance, safety, and operational issues.
- Improved team performance by coaching staff, reinforcing accountability, and sustaining consistent execution.
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
Machine Operator
20 Years 7 Months- Operated high-speed printing equipment to maintain consistent production output and print quality.
- Monitored machinery settings and adjusted controls to support accurate color and registration.
- Performed job changeovers, setup, and teardown to keep production schedules on track.
- Inspected printed materials for defects, rejecting substandard output before finishing stages.
- Trained new operators on safety procedures, equipment operation, and quality standards.
- Maintained equipment through routine cleaning, lubrication, and basic troubleshooting tasks.
- Improved operating efficiency by identifying process issues and recommending practical adjustments.
- 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.
- 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.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Attention to detail
Team motivation
Timeline
Team Leader
The Magnum Ice Cream Company
02.2012 - CurrentRead More
Machine Operator
World Color
11.1989 - 06.2010Read More
Cornerstone Christian Correspndence School
High School Diploma
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