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Blake Williams

Hickory,KY

Summary

Resourceful Supervisor trained in resolution of critical issues within time-sensitive environment with successful track record of building and maintaining talented teams. Highly organized, energetic and versatile leader committed to continuous improvements. Proven history of motivating staff to work together to achieve targets.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Tumble Marination Supervisor

Pilgrim's Pride US
Hickory, KY
08.2023 - Current
  • Plan and schedule manpower, materials, product, and machines to most effectively and efficiently complete orders for our customers.
  • Accomplished and exceeded production goals set forth by plant management.
  • Achievement: ran approx.
  • 109,000 lbs of finished product in a single shift for our Key Customer, Chick-Fil-A.
  • Basic troubleshooting on Ishedas, baggers, metal detectors, and tumblers.
  • Look for continuous improvement in operating processes and procedures, and encourage team members' ownership of all processes.

Project 1

  • Eliminated downtime and increased volume of pounds by rotating breaks and planned staffing accordingly to avoid stopping the production flow.
  • Added, on average, 2 hours and 25 minutes of production output on a regularly scheduled week.

Project 2

  • Implemented an incentive dynamic for employees to improve morale and reduce turnover.
  • Spin the wheel tickets.

Debone Production Supervisor

Pilgrim's Pride US
Hickory, KY
03.2024 - 11.2024
  • Ensure the efficiency of the production lines and the quality of the product throughout the whole shift.
  • Manage employee performance, providing positive or corrective feedback.
  • Basic troubleshooting on Automated Deboner Machines and Marel X-rays.
  • Maintain effective communication channels between the production area and management.

Floor Lead – Tumble Marination

Pilgrim's Pride US
Hickory, KY
11.2024 - 03.2024
  • Ensure the production lines are running safely throughout the shift by using the resources and manpower necessary.
  • Effective and constant communication with management.
  • Complete hourly quality checks to comply with the company's food safety regulations.
  • Promoted to supervisor within my first year as a Floor Lead.

Tenders/Wings Production Supervisor

Pilgrim's Pride US
Hickory, KY
11.2022 - 08.2023
  • Complete daily production plans by scheduling and assigning employees, accomplishing work results, prioritizing, monitoring progress, resolving problems, and reporting results on EOS production summaries.
  • Basic troubleshooting on tender sizers, CVP machines, and product scales.
  • Trains, directs, and develops subordinates to meet operating, safety, and quality requirements within the department and/or area.
  • Manage hourly employees' timecards and vacation requests, ensuring accurate pay.

Education

Marshall County GED Program
Benton, KY

Skills

  • Basic Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • People's First Courses
  • Pallet Jack Operator Trainer
  • Kronos
  • Equipment basic troubleshooting: Marel X-rays, Automated Deboners Machines, Metal Detectors, Ishedas, Baggers, CVP Machines, Scales
  • Quick-thinking
  • Self-driven
  • Goal-oriented

Timeline

Floor Lead – Tumble Marination

Pilgrim's Pride US
11.2024 - 03.2024

Debone Production Supervisor

Pilgrim's Pride US
03.2024 - 11.2024

Tumble Marination Supervisor

Pilgrim's Pride US
08.2023 - Current

Tenders/Wings Production Supervisor

Pilgrim's Pride US
11.2022 - 08.2023

Marshall County GED Program
Blake Williams