Deon Hollingsworth
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Dynamic team leader with a proven record in safety compliance and performance evaluation. Skilled in workflow optimization and effective communication to drive continuous improvement across operations. Results-driven professional with extensive experience in packaging operations. Demonstrated ability to enhance operational efficiency through effective communication and team motivation. Committed to fostering a compliant and collaborative work environment to achieve production goals.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Supervisor
Frito-Lay
Charlotte, North Carolina
02.2020 - 02.2025
- Guided and coached team members in production processes and best practices.
- Oversaw daily operations while ensuring adherence to safety standards.
- Monitored inventory levels and conducted regular supply chain assessments.
- Coordinated workflow to optimize efficiency in product assembly lines.
- Facilitated effective communication among team members to promote collaboration.
- Enforced company policies and procedures to maintain a safe work environment.
- Evaluated individual team member's performance and provided constructive criticism when necessary.
- Created reports detailing the progress of each project and shared them with upper management.
- Communicated effectively with other departments to ensure that all projects are completed on time.
- Implemented strategies for improving efficiency within the workplace environment.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and free of safety hazards to maximize efficiency.
- Encouraged collaboration among team members by organizing group activities outside of work hours.
- Maintained open lines of communication with senior management, reporting team progress and challenges.
Packaging Production Scheduler
Frito-Lay
Charlotte, North Carolina
03.2017 - 02.2020
- Analyzed inventory levels to ensure timely availability of materials for production.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align production goals with business demands.
- Managed communication between production teams and supply chain for smooth operations.
- Provided training and mentorship to new schedulers on best practices and tools.
- Monitored production timelines to address delays and adjust schedules as needed.
- Facilitated regular meetings to review schedules and resolve any potential conflicts or issues.
- Evaluated existing procedures and recommended improvements as necessary.
- Monitored daily production schedules to ensure timely completion of all tasks.
- Analyzed data from various sources to make informed decisions regarding production schedules.
- Coordinated with inventory control team to ensure adequate stock levels for production processes.
- Participated in regular meetings with management staff to discuss performance metrics and goals.
- Assisted fellow planning staff members with tasks to maintain proper workflows.
Packaging Performance Specialist
Frito-Lay
Charlotte, North Carolina
04.2010 - 03.2017
- Analyzed performance data to identify trends and improvement areas.
- Developed training materials for team members on best practices.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency.
- Conducted regular audits to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Facilitated workshops to promote continuous improvement initiatives.
- Monitored key performance indicators to assess program effectiveness.
- Assisted in the development of strategic plans for performance optimization.
- Administered training on audit procedures and regulations compliance to integrate new employees.
- Identified needs for additional resources or training programs based on employee feedback.
- Coordinated with other departments to implement cross-functional projects.
- Developed strategies to increase job satisfaction among employees.
- Maintained records of staff progress against goals set in performance reviews.
- Conducted assessments of team performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
- Provided coaching, feedback, and support to teams to ensure successful outcomes.
- Advised senior managers on best practices in managing team performance.
- Facilitated meetings between staff members to discuss issues impacting their work.
- Investigated customer complaints related to service delivery standards.
Packaging Machine Operator
Frito-Lay
Charlotte, North Carolina
05.1995 - 03.2010
- Operated packaging machinery to ensure efficient product flow.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported issues to maintenance team.
- Loaded materials into machines for packaging processes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area during shifts.
- Followed safety protocols and guidelines while operating machinery.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production goals daily.
- Conducted quality checks on packaged products for compliance standards.
- Checked and adjusted machine settings to ensure proper operation.
- Inspected product packaging for defects or discrepancies in labeling or sealing process.
- Worked closely with other team members to coordinate efficient workflow processes.
- Cleaned and lubricated machine parts as part of routine maintenance procedures.
- Completed paperwork related to production processes accurately and promptly.
- Identified potential areas of improvement in the production process through observation.
- Trained new personnel on safe and effective use of packaging machinery.
- Adjusted machine speed, temperature, pressure, and other settings as required by material type being processed.
- Loaded raw materials into packaging machinery hoppers as needed.
- Ensured that all safety measures were followed while operating the machines.
- Conducted trial runs with newly installed machinery for quality assurance purposes.
- Monitored machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-specification operation.
- Operated multiple types of packaging machines at once to meet production deadlines.
- Reported any issues relating to malfunctioning equipment to the supervisor immediately.
- Assisted in troubleshooting problems with equipment when they occurred during production runs.
- Performed regular quality checks on packaged products prior to shipment.
- Followed safety and quality protocols, and lean processes to minimize accidents.
- Reported defective materials to department supervisors for immediate remediation.
- Restocked packaging items and tracked boxes, tape and fill materials from inventory.
- Collaborated with lead operators and managers to accomplish smooth product changeovers with minimal downtime and wastage.
- Inspected product on lines for conformance to predetermined quality specifications.
- Minimized waste and lag times by maintaining orderly and clean work area and equipment.
- Drove overall performance by completing work orders on time.
- Calibrated tooling and setups for machines to accommodate new products.
- Monitored machine outputs to confirm quality deliverables.
- Attached labels to packaged items or stenciled information on containers.
- Wrapped protective material around each product and packed items into cartons.
- Cleared machine jams to reset malfunctions for production line.
- Sorted, graded and weighed products, verifying and adjusting products to meet specifications.
- Regulated machine flow specifications, speed, or temperature.
- Oversaw production line to identify jams, pile-ups, or glue adhesion issues.
- Supplied materials to feeding devices, spindles or hoppers and unloaded completed packaged products.
- Increased line efficiency and reduced accidents through 5S program implementation.
- Discovered and fixed root causes of issues negatively impacting production performance.
- Boosted productivity and efficiency for staff in solution implementation.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration and Management
Johnson C. Smith University
Charlotte, NCSkills
- Team leadership
- Workflow optimization
- Safety compliance
- Inventory management
- Performance evaluation
- Production scheduling
- Continuous improvement
- Effective communication
- Team motivation
Timeline
Team Supervisor
Frito-Lay
02.2020 - 02.2025
Packaging Production Scheduler
Frito-Lay
03.2017 - 02.2020
Packaging Performance Specialist
Frito-Lay
04.2010 - 03.2017
Packaging Machine Operator
Frito-Lay
05.1995 - 03.2010
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration and Management
Johnson C. Smith University