David Petrey
Morristown,TN
Summary
Accomplished Production Supervisor with a proven track record at Smithfield Foods, Inc, where I led a team of 100+ to surpass production targets through strategic planning and continuous improvement strategies. Skilled in both health and safety compliance and fostering team building, I significantly enhanced product quality and operational efficiency, achieving a notable increase in customer satisfaction.
Talented Production Supervisor experienced in manufacturing. Focused on quality of materials and finished products, as well as accomplishing challenging business objectives. Adaptable and responsive leader with decisive and detail-oriented mindset.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
Smithfield Foods, Inc
01.2014 - 08.2024
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Managed team of 100+ production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
- Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
- Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
- Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
- Consistently met or exceeded production targets while maintaining strict quality standards, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Implemented safety protocols and conducted regular audits, achieving a reduction in workplace accidents and incidents.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly against established benchmarks for ongoing personnel development.
- Maintained accurate documentation of production data, enabling informed decision-making for process improvements.
General Laborer
Englands Furniture
05.2006 - 01.2014
- Maintained clean and organized worksites, minimizing hazards and promoting a safe working environment.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Assisted team members with tasks that require group effort.
- Completed tasks efficiently for timely project completion within set deadlines.
- Notified supervisors of defective equipment or material.
- Increased productivity with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Adapted quickly to new tasks or changes in project scope, demonstrating flexibility in skillset and problem-solving abilities.
- Efficiently loaded and unloaded trucks with necessary materials for each project phase while adhering to proper lifting techniques.
- Performed quality checks on products and materials to identify any defects.
- Improved worksite safety by consistently adhering to established protocols and regulations.
- Ensured quality workmanship, performing thorough inspections and addressing any issues promptly.
- Enhanced team morale through positive attitude, mutual support, and fostering a collaborative atmosphere during challenging projects.
- Operated heavy equipment safely to transport materials and complete tasks as required.
- Assisted in the successful completion of various construction projects through diligent labor and attention to detail.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols while operating machinery and equipment.
- Managed safe and efficient use of tools and equipment on construction sites.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
Education
Associate Of Business Administration - Business
Southeast Community And Technical College
Middlesboro, KYHigh School Diploma -
Cumberland Gap High School
Harrogate, TN05.2006
Skills
- Training and mentoring
- Production targets
- Health and safety compliance
- Assembly and production
- Equipment monitoring
- Pallet Jack
- Forklift
- Scissor Lift
- Production and processing
- Manufacturing
- Quality assurance expertise
- Priority management
- Schedule development
- Logistics
- Raw materials
- Schedule oversight
- Audit management
- Supply chain distribution
- Records administration
- Production target management
- Manufacturing and distribution
- Shift checklists
- Equipment layout optimization
- Activity reporting
- Employee leadership
- 6S implementation
- Continuous improvements
- Performance monitoring
- Workflow Optimization
- Performance reporting
- Cost reduction and containment
- Process improvement strategies
- Project Management
- Incidents management
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Resource Allocation
- Management information systems
- New product introductions strategies
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Machine Operation
- Operational Efficiency
- Delegation skills
- Team building
- Safety Protocols
- Training and Development
- Plant Operations
- Professionalism
- Strategic Planning
- Inventory Control
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability
- Personnel Management
- Technical understanding
- Workflow Coordination
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Production Scheduling
- Manufacturing Processes
- Process Automation
- Lean Manufacturing
- Communication Skills
- Prioritization skills
- Systems implementation
- Monitor production
- Manufacturing oversight
Licenses
Pallet Jack
Forklift
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Smithfield Foods, Inc
01.2014 - 08.2024
General Laborer
Englands Furniture
05.2006 - 01.2014
Associate Of Business Administration - Business
Southeast Community And Technical College
High School Diploma -
Cumberland Gap High School
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