Dakota Hutcherson
Opelika,AL
Summary
Experienced Production Planner with 6+ years in manufacturing operations and supply chain coordination. Expertise in production scheduling, materials management, inventory optimization, and raw materials ordering using SAP systems. Proven track record of realigning schedules to meet demand changes, managing material shortages, and maintaining optimal inventory levels while collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve production targets. Currently pursuing BSBA in Business Administration to enhance data-driven planning and materials management capabilities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Logistics Analyst
Briggs & Stratton
05.2022 - Current
- Optimized organizational processes by effectively managing crew schedules while adhering to contractual restrictions.
- Realigned production schedules to factor in changing conditions such as materials shortages and evolving designs.
- Conferred with managers, sales teams and engineering personnel to revise plans and achieve demanding targets.
- Monitored and optimized inventory, and reordered materials as required.
- Input data in SAP S4HANA to create updated status reports for quick reference of project progress and deadlines.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
- Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals.
- Maintained material control and information systems, supporting manufacturing and balancing inventory surpluses with customer demand.
Lead Quality Coordinator
Briggs and Stratton
04.2019 - 05.2022
- Worked to maintain a neat and functional admitting department, conducive to high quality care
- Followed policies and procedures related to application methods and quality standards at all times
- Wrote daily reports for accountability and quality assurance
- Used my advanced photography skills to produce high quality photographs
- Aimed to achieve high levels of productivity and quality results
- Performed thorough mid-process inspections to ensure quality assurance.
- Assisted with quality control audits.
- Provided regular updates to team leadership on quality metrics by communicating consistency problems or production deficiencies.
- Collaborated with management to provide training on improved processes and assisted with creation and maintenance of quality training.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Auburn University
Auburn, AL03-2026
Associate of Science - Business
Southern Union State Community College
Opelika, AL07.2023
Diploma -
Ider High School
2016
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Inventory Management
- Production Scheduling
- Raw Materials Ordering
- Power BI
- DOMO
- SAP MM/PP
- SQL
- Google Applications
- Shipping and receiving
- Advanced Excel
- Warehouse management
- Team leadership
Additional Information
- Willing to relocate to:, Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Skills
- Manufacturing Principles
- Training and mentoring
- Processes and procedures
- Goal-Oriented
- Business Administration
Certification
Excel 2019 Expert Certification
Ethical Leadership Certification
Timeline
Senior Logistics Analyst
Briggs & Stratton
05.2022 - Current
Lead Quality Coordinator
Briggs and Stratton
04.2019 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Auburn University
Associate of Science - Business
Southern Union State Community College
Diploma -
Ider High School