Eric Taylor
Decatur,IL
Summary
Production professional with proven background in optimizing manufacturing operations and improving productivity. Known for strong team collaboration, adaptability, and delivering results under changing conditions. Possesses key skills in process improvement and team leadership.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Coordinator
Archer Daniels Midland Company
Decatur, IL
01.2026 - Current
- Coordinated production schedules to optimize workflow efficiency and resource allocation.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of projects and adherence to quality standards.
- Streamlined communication between departments, reducing response times and improving project coordination.
- Trained new team members on standard operating procedures, fostering a culture of safety and accountability.
- Provided hands-on support during peak production periods, assisting teams in meeting tight deadlines.
- Monitored and tracked progress of all production tasks for on-time delivery.
- Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.
Shift Production Superintendent
Archer Daniels Midland Company
Decatur, IL
01.2023 - 01.2026
- Assessed manufacturing processes and recommended improvements to increase productivity.
- Reduced expenses and increased productivity across product lines by performing equipment repairs and conducting regular tool maintenance.
- Mentors new Shift Supervisors. Works with the Shift Supervisors and Department Superintendents to identify training needs and coordinate the training of employees, establishing a high level of skill and job proficiency.
- Manage continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow and output.
- Manage internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Partner with leadership on recruiting, hiring and coaching production personnel.
Supervisor
Archer Daniels Midland, West Plant Extraction
Decatur, IL
01.2013 - 01.2023
- Display dedication to lead, participate, and support all safety and environmental rules and regulations.
- Adhere to and implement Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and HACCP requirements. Responsible for daily plant operations, which include safety and environmental compliance, food safety, quality control, production, cost optimization and efficiencies.
- Provide solutions and promote teamwork amongst various groups of production, maintenance, contractors, and lab employees.
- Review employee performance and assist in employee development.
- Administers supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company’s policies and applicable laws, including interviewing, hiring and training employees; appraising performance; rewarding and focusing employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
- Lead daily plant operations, which include safety and environmental compliance food safety, quality control, production, and cost optimization.
- Conduct daily morning meetings.
Operator
Archer Daniels Midland, Corn Plant
Decatur, IL
01.2009 - 01.2013
- Responsible for monitoring products being processed and maximizing efficiency of all machinery.
- Repaired machinery when broken.
- Performed lockout and tagout procedures.
- Housekeeping and sanitation duties.
- Performed confined spaces duties when needed.
- Ensure integrity of all products.
Utility Worker
Archer Daniels Midland, Corn Plant
Decatur, IL
09.2007 - 01.2009
- Perform sanitation and housekeeping duties.
- Safely perform tasks on forklift and bobcat.
- Performed railroading tasks.
- Efficiently load railcars with finished product.
Education
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Millikin University
Decatur, IL2020
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
American Public University System
Charles Town, WV12.2016
Associates Degree - Criminal Social Justice
American Public University Charles Town
Charles Town, WV12.2014
Skills
- Training and Development
- Conflict Resolution
- Staff Management
- Processes and Procedures
- Operations management
- Team Building
- Production optimization
Timeline
Production Coordinator
Archer Daniels Midland Company
01.2026 - Current
Shift Production Superintendent
Archer Daniels Midland Company
01.2023 - 01.2026
Supervisor
Archer Daniels Midland, West Plant Extraction
01.2013 - 01.2023
Operator
Archer Daniels Midland, Corn Plant
01.2009 - 01.2013
Utility Worker
Archer Daniels Midland, Corn Plant
09.2007 - 01.2009
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Millikin University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
American Public University System
Associates Degree - Criminal Social Justice
American Public University Charles Town