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Chris Spera

Hammonton,New Jersey

Summary

Results- driven operations and production management professional with nearly 20 years of experience in manufacturing, transportation, logistics, and team leadership. Proven success managing production schedules, inventory, fleet operations, quality control, and cross- functional teams to improve efficiency, maintain safety, and consistently meet customer demands. Recognized for strong leadership, problem- solving, and process improvement.

Overview

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Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Manager

Quikrete Companies
Berlin, New Jersey
2023 - Current
  • Lead daily production operations to ensure safety, efficiency, and production goals are met.
  • Develop and manage production schedules to maximize work flow and output.
  • Coordinate raw materials and inventory to meet production requirements and customer demand.
  • Partner with maintenance personnel to minimize equipment downtime and improve reliability.
  • Implement and monitor quality control standards to maintain product consistency.
  • Foster communication between production, transportation, maintenance, and management teams.
  • Conduct regular team meetings to review performance, address challenges, and drive continuous improvement.

Transportation Manager

Quikrete Companies
Berlin, New Jersey
03.2021 - 11.2023
  • Managed daily transportation and distribution operations across multiple delivery routes.
  • Supervised drivers and fleet operations while ensuring DOT compliance and safety standards.
  • Scheduled preventive maintenance to maximize fleet reliability and reduce downtime.
  • Monitored driver performance and maintained transportation records for compliance and efficiency.
  • Coordinated logistics to ensure timely customer deliveries.

Yard Manager

Quikrete Companies
Berlin, New Jersey
02.2018 - 03.2021
  • Directed daily yard operations while maintaining safe and organized work areas.
  • Improved loading and unloading processes to increase efficiency.
  • Coordinated with production and transportation departments to support on-time deliveries.
  • Managed inventory flow and material staging for production.

CDL Truck Driver

Quikrete Companies
Berlin, New Jersey
03.2007 - 02.2018
  • Safely transported construction materials to customer locations.
  • Performed Pre- and Post- trip vehicle inspections.
  • Maintained accurate delivery documentation, mileage, and fuel records.
  • Built a reputation for reliability, safety, and excellent customer service.

Education

High School Diploma -

St. Joseph High School
Hammonton, NJ
01-1995

Skills

  • Production Operations
  • Production Scheduling
  • Logistics & Transportation Management
  • Inventory & Materials Management
  • Quality Assurance & Quality Control
  • Fleet Management
  • OSHA & Safety Compliance
  • Team Leadership & Staff Development
  • Equipment and Machinery Operations
  • Customer Service
  • Cross - Department Collaboration

Certification

  • Class A Commercial Driver's License
  • Heavy Equipment Operator

Timeline

Transportation Manager

Quikrete Companies
03.2021 - 11.2023

Yard Manager

Quikrete Companies
02.2018 - 03.2021

CDL Truck Driver

Quikrete Companies
03.2007 - 02.2018

Production Manager

Quikrete Companies
2023 - Current

High School Diploma -

St. Joseph High School
Chris Spera