Christopher Risley
Wentzville,MO
Summary
Dynamic Supervisor and Production Lead with a strong track record at Coca Cola and Universal Galvanizing, excelling in communication, quality control and team coordination. Proven ability to enhance workflow and mentor staff, fostering a culture of safety and efficiency. Recognized for implementing process improvements that significantly reduced downtime while maintaining a positive work environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Lead
Universal Galvanizing
Wright City, MO
12.2024 - 04.2026
- Oversaw daily production operations, ensuring adherence to safety standards and quality specifications.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices for galvanizing techniques and equipment usage.
- Coordinated with maintenance teams to schedule repairs and minimize operational disruptions.
- Trained new hires on production procedures, ensuring a quick ramp-up time and consistent performance levels across the team.
- Maintained safe work areas by keeping pathways and stations free of hazards and excess waste or materials.
- Collaborated with Quality Control teams to address any issues identified during inspections, implementing corrective actions as necessary to prevent reoccurrence.
Shift Supervisor
Coca Cola Bottling
Kokomo, IN
05.2014 - 09.2024
- Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Trained and mentored new staff on equipment usage and operational procedures.
- Conducted regular inventory checks to maintain accurate stock levels and minimize waste.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced production workflow and reduced downtime.
- Collaborated with management to address operational issues and streamline processes effectively.
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Completed store opening and closing procedures and balanced tills.
- Enforced company policies and regulations with employees.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ben Davis High School
Indianapolis, IN05.2012
Skills
- Quality control
- Troubleshooting
- Team coordination
- Quality assurance
- Workflow management
- Basic math
- Positive attitude
- Strong work ethic
- Good communication
- Attention to detail
- Following instructions
- Teamwork and communication
Timeline
Production Lead
Universal Galvanizing
12.2024 - 04.2026
Shift Supervisor
Coca Cola Bottling
05.2014 - 09.2024
High School Diploma -
Ben Davis High School