Derek Glosson
Summary
Accomplished Plant Manager with a proven track record at Reddy Ice, enhancing operational efficiency and team productivity through expert project and operations management. Skilled in KPI tracking and business analysis, I've successfully optimized resource allocation and fostered a culture of continuous improvement. My leadership not only reduced costs but also significantly improved employee morale and engagement.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Manager
Reddy Ice
07.2023 - Current
- Increased production efficiency by optimizing plant layout and implementing process improvements.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
- Boosted employee morale and productivity through effective leadership and motivational techniques.
- Mange P&L and budget planning
- Managed budgeting and resource allocation, ensuring optimal use of funds for operational efficiency.
- Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
Dock Manager
AAA Cooper Transportation
05.2020 - 06.2023
- Managed daily operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Loaded trucks and properly secured items to prevent damage during transportation.
- Recorded number of units moved or handled, using work tickets, and daily production sheets.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift inspections of dock equipment.
- Reported and established key performance metrics to monitor and meet company goals.
- Trained and mentored new team members, fostering an environment of growth and development within the department.
- Integrated warehouse operations with existing and new business processes.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure seamless coordination of shipment arrivals and departures.
Shipping Manager
Flow-Tek Inc
04.2001 - 06.2020
- Pulled, verified, and packaged items for shipment.
- Prepared shipping documents and invoices, processed payments, and fielded client questions.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving shipment issues promptly and professionally.
- Reduced order errors with thorough quality control checks before dispatching shipments.
- Built commercial strategies with management to grow existing accounts, penetrate new customers and markets and launch new products.
- Stacked and stored pallets at end of shift to keep warehouse clean and organized.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping through diligent maintenance of shipment logs and databases.
- Collaborated with manufacturing and supply chain management.
- Reviewed established business practices and improved processes to reduce expenses.
Education
Health And Physical Education
Louisiana Tech University
Logistic Certification
Lone Star College System
Spring, TXSkills
Plant and warehouse operations
Project Management
Operations Management
Production Planning
Facility Management
Training programs
KPI Tracking
Business Analysis
Timeline
Plant Manager
Reddy Ice
07.2023 - Current
Dock Manager
AAA Cooper Transportation
05.2020 - 06.2023
Shipping Manager
Flow-Tek Inc
04.2001 - 06.2020
Health And Physical Education
Louisiana Tech University
Logistic Certification
Lone Star College System