David Bradford
RICH SQUARE,NC
Summary
Skilled in production planning and operations management. Proven track record in optimizing production processes and ensuring safety compliance, leading to enhanced team performance and product quality. Strong leadership and strategic planning abilities drive successful outcomes in fast-paced manufacturing environments.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Manager
Binderholz
06.2024 - 12.2025
Production Supervisor
Binderholz
06.2022 - 06.2024
- Oversaw daily production operations, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Trained and mentored new staff on equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Led regular team meetings to communicate goals, address challenges, and foster collaboration among staff.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
Maintenance Supervisor
Enviva Pellets
06.2011 - 06.2022
- Oversaw daily maintenance operations, ensuring optimal functionality of equipment and facilities.
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and enhance operational efficiency.
- Trained and mentored team members on safety protocols and repair techniques to promote a culture of safety.
- Coordinated with external vendors for specialized repairs and service contracts, optimizing resource allocation.
Maintenance Technician
Georgia-Pacific
2008 - 2011
- Conducted routine inspections on equipment to identify maintenance needs and ensure operational efficiency.
- Performed preventive maintenance on machinery, reducing downtime and prolonging equipment lifespan.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex mechanical issues, enhancing problem-solving capabilities.
- Developed and implemented maintenance schedules, optimizing workflow and equipment availability.
Production Worker
Georgia-Pacific
1998 - 2008
- Operated machinery to ensure efficient production flow and adherence to safety protocols.
- Conducted quality checks on finished products, ensuring compliance with company standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency.
- Trained new operators on equipment usage and safety procedures, fostering a culture of safety.
- Worked and trained with Maintenance on outages.
Education
High School Diploma -
Northwest Halifax
Littleton,NCSkills
- Staff management
- Production scheduling
- Team development
- Dedication to product quality
- Safety management
- Production optimization
- Health and safety compliance
- Staff scheduling
- Materials management
- Quality inspection
- Production line management
- Equipment operation
- Production oversight
- Strategic planning
- Performance evaluation
- Training skills
Operations management
- Manufacturing
- OSHA compliance
- Health and safety
- OSHA regulations
- Assembly and production
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Inventory coordination
- Manufacturing operations
- Technical specifications
- Mechanical specifications
- Resource allocation
- Maintenance planning
- Strong leadership
- Shift checklists
- Staffing management
- Troubleshooting skills
Timeline
Production Manager
Binderholz
06.2024 - 12.2025
Production Supervisor
Binderholz
06.2022 - 06.2024
Maintenance Supervisor
Enviva Pellets
06.2011 - 06.2022
Maintenance Technician
Georgia-Pacific
2008 - 2011
Production Worker
Georgia-Pacific
1998 - 2008
High School Diploma -
Northwest Halifax