CHARLES ABEL
Shift production manager
PRINCETON,IN
Summary
Manager with 7 years of extensive expertise in production shift management, team leadership, and process optimization. Proven track record in reducing downtime, enhancing productivity, and ensuring safety compliance. Adept at leveraging data analysis and KPI development to drive continuous improvement and cost savings.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
PRODUCTION SHIFT MANAGER
Pgp International
08.2013 - 09.2024
- Managed production shifts, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality output, reducing downtime by 10%
- Supervised a team of 11 operators, fostering a collaborative environment, improving team efficiency
- Plant had no lost time accidents in 11 years
- Optimized resource allocation, leading to a 15% reduction in material waste and cost savings
- Analyzed production metrics to identify bottlenecks, enhancing overall productivity by 18%
- Ensured all ingredients were 100% consumed in Dynamics AX (DAX)
- Investigated accidents and near misses for root cause
- Filled out corrective action report for any deviations from GMPs or quality issues
- Put together KPIs for morning DPR meetings
COOK
Ameriqual
04.2010 - 08.2013
- Followed detailed recipes, ensuring ingredient accuracy and proper weighing of ingredients
- Conducted viscosity tests and temperature checks, maintaining high product quality and safety
- Transferred products efficiently from kettles to packaging lines, ensuring smooth workflow
- Adhered to strict guidelines, resulting in consistent product quality and safety
- Executed precise measurements and ingredient ratios, ensuring product consistency
- Monitored critical parameters like viscosity and temperature for quality control
INTELLIGENCE SPECIALIST
United States Marine Corps
10.1997 - 10.2001
- Monitored terrorism activities and hotspots within command area, providing actionable intelligence
- Mapped intel based on countries' military doctrines, forecasting enemy actions 72 hours in advance
- Delivered weekly intelligence briefings to General, ensuring informed strategic decisions
- Debriefed infantry and recon units on enemy movements, disseminating critical intel to appropriate units
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
06.1997
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Quality Control
- Data Analysis
- KPI Development
- Safety Management
- Process Optimization
- Dynamics AX
- Conflict Resolution
- Inventory Control
- Risk Assessment
- Troubleshooting
- Employee Engagement
- Root Cause Analysis
- Safety Compliance
- Performance Improvement
- Technical Writing
- Product Testing
- Safety Audits
- Batch Production
- Product Inspection
- Safety Training
- Team Motivation
- Food Safety
- Attention to Detail
- Electrical safety
References
- Craig Johnson, Tyson Foods, Craig.Johnson2@tyson.com, (219) 964-5356
- Will Kolb, Pgp International, wkolb@pgpint.com, (812) 430-1902
Timeline
PRODUCTION SHIFT MANAGER - Pgp International
08.2013 - 09.2024
COOK - Ameriqual
04.2010 - 08.2013
INTELLIGENCE SPECIALIST - United States Marine Corps
10.1997 - 10.2001
Hempfield Shs - HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA,
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