Eric Richardson
Charlotte,NC
Summary
As a seasoned Production Manager at Noda Brewing Company, I spearheaded initiatives that significantly enhanced productivity and quality. My expertise in production planning and operations management, combined with a talent for staff leadership, resulted in notable process improvements and high customer satisfaction, without compromising on safety or regulatory standards.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Manager
Noda Brewing Company
11.2014 - 12.2024
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
- Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
Chef/Expeditor
Sea Pines Resort
03.2013 - 08.2013
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business And Managerial Economics
Johnson & Wales University
Charlotte, NC05-2015
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Johnson And Wales University
Charlotte, NC05-2013
Skills
- Production planning
- Operations management
- Staff management
- Production scheduling
- Safety management
- Equipment operation
- Production oversight
- Workflow optimization
- Equipment monitoring
- Quality assurance
Accomplishments
- Increased overall productivity and quality by implementing training programs designed to increase performance levels.
- Trained and supervised numerous production staff members over 10 year period.
- Achieved maximum quality and efficiency through minor and major rebuilds of centrifuges, pumps, motors, and heat exchangers.
- Achieved brewery expansion by completing rigging and installation of 15-240bbl tanks with accuracy and efficiency.
Timeline
Production Manager
Noda Brewing Company
11.2014 - 12.2024
Chef/Expeditor
Sea Pines Resort
03.2013 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Science - Business And Managerial Economics
Johnson & Wales University
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Johnson And Wales University
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