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Garry Torrence

Green Forest,AR

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. Results-driven Supervisor with experience steering and directing all aspects of operations. Practiced in orchestrating multiple projects with competing priorities involving process improvements, safety initiatives and quality control. Recognized and commended for collaborating with upper management to achieve organizational objectives. Motivational Supervisor with many years of experience monitoring, coordinating and allocating employee efforts to achieve organizational goals. Proven track record with continuous improvement, performance growth, and schedule management.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Supervisor

Tyson Foods
Green Forest, AR
01.2023 - Current
  • Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Created new strategies for improving customer service standards within the organization.
  • Directed and supervised team of 15 employees in daily operations.
  • Collaborated with other departments to coordinate workflow processes between teams.
  • Ensured compliance with workplace safety regulations by providing training sessions for all staff members.
  • Participated in recruitment efforts by interviewing prospective candidates for open positions.
  • Performed monthly inventory checks to ensure sufficient stock levels for all products.
  • Conducted weekly meetings with team members to discuss upcoming tasks and project deadlines.
  • Recruited, hired, trained, mentored, coached, evaluated, and terminated staff as necessary.
  • Monitored employee productivity levels on a regular basis to identify areas of improvement.
  • Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
  • Developed and implemented operational policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and accuracy of workflows.
  • Evaluated employee performance through periodic reviews and documented results accordingly.
  • Tracked progress on projects and provided timely feedback to staff members.
  • Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.
  • Implemented new operational procedures, increasing efficiency.

Quality Control Inspector

Tyson Foods
Green Forest, AR
02.2020 - Current
  • Developed corrective action plans based on findings from investigations and audits.
  • Performed first article inspection on incoming raw materials.
  • Identified areas for improvement in existing processes, procedures, and equipment.
  • Verified accuracy of product labels, including expiration dates and lot numbers.
  • Inspected products for defects and conformance to customer specifications using precision measuring instruments.
  • Analyzed data from process control systems to identify trends in product quality.
  • Adhered strictly to Good Manufacturing Practices guidelines at all times.
  • Monitored production processes to ensure quality standards were met and documented results of inspections.
  • Assisted engineering department with design verification tests as needed.
  • Participated in internal and external audits to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.

Shipping Lead

Tyson Foods
Green Forest, AR
10.2019 - Current
  • Managed inventory levels by monitoring stock levels and ordering new supplies when needed.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations when loading, unloading freight from trucks, trailers.
  • Organized the storage of materials in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Created detailed reports on shipping performance metrics such as cost per package shipped.
  • Performed periodic cycle counts to maintain an accurate count of inventory on hand.
  • Investigated customer complaints related to shipments and took corrective action where necessary.
  • Supervised a team of 5-10 shipping clerks in daily operations.
  • Collaborated with warehouse staff to ensure timely delivery of goods.

Forklift Operator

Tyson Foods
Green Forest, AR
08.2019 - Current
  • Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations.
  • Verified accuracy of incoming orders against packing slips before loading onto truck and trailer for shipment.
  • Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
  • Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.

Packing Boxes

Tyson Foods
Green Forest, AR
06.2018 - Current
  • Prepared shipments for delivery including packing boxes and labeling packages correctly.
  • Provided assistance with other duties, such as stocking shelves and packing boxes, when needed.
  • Prepared orders by processing requests, pulling materials, packing boxes, and placing orders in delivery area.
  • Provided assistance to co-workers when needed throughout the day including but not limited to lifting heavy objects and packing boxes.

Education

High School Diploma -

Woodland Adult Education
Woodland, CA
06-1991

Skills

  • Operations Management
  • Process Improvement
  • Data Analytics
  • Staff Management
  • Schedule development
  • Inventory Control
  • Contract Management
  • Employee Motivation
  • Project Management
  • Staff Discipline
  • Processes and procedures
  • Policy Enforcement
  • Waste Reduction
  • Staff Development
  • Inventory Oversight
  • Goal-Oriented
  • Complex Problem-Solving

Timeline

Supervisor

Tyson Foods
01.2023 - Current

Quality Control Inspector

Tyson Foods
02.2020 - Current

Shipping Lead

Tyson Foods
10.2019 - Current

Forklift Operator

Tyson Foods
08.2019 - Current

Packing Boxes

Tyson Foods
06.2018 - Current

High School Diploma -

Woodland Adult Education

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