Charles Stearns
Westerville,OHIO
Summary
Driven Unit Manager with proven expertise in Lean management and operations efficiency. Recognized for problem-solving skills and attention to detail, consistently achieving productivity improvements and fostering team development.
Overview
1
1
Certification
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Unit Manager
Pactivevergreen/Novolex
Columbus, OH
02.2023 - 08.2026
- Streamlined production workflows, enhancing overall productivity and reducing waste across multiple units.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence and improve process efficiencies.
- Mentored and developed staff, fostering culture of continuous improvement and enhancing team capabilities.
- Implemented safety protocols, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and improving workplace safety standards.
- Analyzed performance metrics to identify trends, driving strategic initiatives for process enhancements.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, identifying growth opportunities and implementing feedback-driven improvement strategies.
Production Supervisor
Pactivevergreen
Columbus, OH
10.2015 - 04.2023
- Oversaw daily production operations, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Trained and mentored team members, enhancing operational efficiency through best practices.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow and reduced downtime.
- Coordinated production schedules to effectively adapt to changing customer demands.
- Monitored equipment performance and facilitated timely maintenance procedures.
- Conducted regular inspections to maintain compliance with industry regulations and safety protocols.
- Resolved issues promptly, ensuring alignment with productivity goals.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
CI (hourly)
Pactiv
Columbus OH
06.2010 - 10.2015
- Demonstrated self-motivation by consistently completing tasks without supervision.
- Adapted quickly to changing demands in a dynamic work environment.
- Collaborated with team members and completed individual assignments efficiently.
- Demonstrated quick learning by efficiently mastering new processes and tools.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Team Leader
Pactiv
Columbus OH
01.2008 - 08.2015
- Coordinated scheduling and resource allocation to achieve production targets on time.
- Collaborated with management to identify and implement operational improvements aligned with company goals.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities based on individual strengths to enhance team effectiveness.
Operator
Tenneco/Pactiv
Columbus, OH
10.1996 - 01.2008
- Operated machinery, maintaining production quality and efficiency.
- Monitored equipment performance, resolving issues to minimize disruptions.
- Trained new operators on safety protocols, ensuring compliance and operational readiness.
- Trained new operators on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Conducted routine inspections to maintain compliance with safety regulations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Security And Management
University of Phoenix
Columbus Ohio08-2012
Skills
- Operations management
- Lean management
- Quality control
- Safety management
- Operational efficiency
- Dependable leadership
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Operational efficiency
Certification
- HACCP, NSF - 8/15/2024
Timeline
Unit Manager
Pactivevergreen/Novolex
02.2023 - 08.2026
Production Supervisor
Pactivevergreen
10.2015 - 04.2023
CI (hourly)
Pactiv
06.2010 - 10.2015
Team Leader
Pactiv
01.2008 - 08.2015
Operator
Tenneco/Pactiv
10.1996 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Security And Management
University of Phoenix