Darian Knox
Olathe
Summary
Dynamic Production Supervisor with a proven track record at Upfield, excelling in continuous improvement and staff development. Expert in optimizing production processes and training teams to enhance efficiency. Adept at ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards, driving operational excellence, and fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
Upfield/Flora Food Group
04.2023 - Current
- Supervised daily production activities to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Ensure adherence to GMP, food safety, quality, and safety standards.
- Monitor and track production processes, yields, and downtime; troubleshoot operational issues.
- Schedule overtime based on seniority to ensure each shift is adequately staffed.
- Train, coach, and evaluate production staff.
- Collaborate with maintenance, quality, and planning teams to meet schedules and targets.
Material Supply Lead
Upfield
07.2022 - 04.2023
- Reported any and all outages to the production supervisor.
- Ensure all lines were properly staffed.
- Worked with quality and the shipping department to ensure that the correct materials were being staged for changeovers.
- Filled in where needed.
Packaging Technician
Upfield
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Operated packaging machinery.
- Worked with a 3 to 4 man crew.
- Performed quality checks to ensure all products were at quality standards.
- Calculated the amount of cases left before a changeover and performed size changes on our machines.
Processing Operator
Unilever/Upfield
10.2017 - 09.2021
- Check and document lot codes for each ingredient being used.
- Ensure each line was continuously supplied with quality product.
- Calculate the remaining cases of product needed before shut down or changeovers to decrease the amount of waste/
- Run CIPs in several of our systems.
- Report to the supervisor of any ingredient shortages.
Order Filler
TVH
05.2014 - 10.2017
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to efficiently transport materials within warehouse environment.
- Picked and packed customer orders accurately, ensuring timely dispatch and satisfaction.
- Maintained inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts and system updates.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and operational procedures for order filling tasks.
Lead Machine Operator
Kerry Ingredients
10.2012 - 05.2014
- Operated and maintained machinery in compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Oversaw production workflows, ensuring efficient operation and minimal downtime.
- Trained and mentored new operators on equipment handling and safety protocols.
- Conducted regular inspections to identify equipment malfunctions and implemented corrective actions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gardner Edgerton High School
Gardner, KSSkills
- Continuous improvement
- Production management
- Training and mentoring
- Staff management
Accomplishments
During 2024 I worked along with our project team to develop and launch our new JITAQ system. I then took all the knowledge and experience I gained and trained several employees on our new system to ensure a smooth transition. I also worked hands on with our IT support to resolve any programming issues.
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Upfield/Flora Food Group
04.2023 - Current
Material Supply Lead
Upfield
07.2022 - 04.2023
Packaging Technician
Upfield
09.2021 - 08.2022
Processing Operator
Unilever/Upfield
10.2017 - 09.2021
Order Filler
TVH
05.2014 - 10.2017
Lead Machine Operator
Kerry Ingredients
10.2012 - 05.2014
High School Diploma -
Gardner Edgerton High School