Gary Claborn

Work History

Alden Group Renewable Energy

08.2022 - Current

Coordinate and supervise activities of equipment and personnel throughout multiple facilities with a focus on optimizing Safety, Quality and Productivity.
Monitor and analyze performance data, identifying areas of improvement and developing corrective action plans.
Coordinate with other regional managers to share best practices, streamline processes, and improve overall organizational effectiveness.
Oversee the construction of building multiple plants.
Oversee quality and recommendations of modifications of existing quality or production standards to achieve optimal performance within the equipment limits and Implemented KPI's.
Work closely with the controller to reduce plant and operating cost while traveling 70% of the time.

Panola Pepper

10.2021 - 08.2022

Increased production efficiency by optimizing plant layout and implementing process improvements.
Reduced costs by eliminating material 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.
Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
Balanced labor needs with production schedules to optimize workforce utilization while maintaining output targets.
Produced 230,000 bottles of finished goods daily.

Koch Foods

09.2020 - 10.2021

Improved production efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing lean manufacturing techniques.
Monitored and supported progress of plant production orders by managing shop capacity and loading functions at several facilities.
Supported Plant Manager in establishing strategic objectives for facility, aligning with broader company goals.
Coordinated emergency response plans to minimize disruption during unexpected events or incidents.
Oversaw six further processing par fry lines and 200 hourly employees; managed 12 salary team members.
Managed all plant operations, wastewater, receiving, quality control, maintenance and production.

Pilgrims Pride Corp

04.2019 - 09.2020

Oversaw five production lines and 150 employees.
Coordinated and integrated with other plant function areas to ensure support in attaining output, productivity, and quality.
Trained and motivated team members to ensure consistent attainment of processing schedules at optimum productivity and cost levels.
Promoted a safe working environment while obtaining a great working relationship with USDA and plant personnel.
Supervised employees and oversaw quality compliance with company standards for food and services.
Collaborated with other Shift Managers to maintain consistency in policies enforcement, fostering a cohesive workplace culture.

Tyson Foods

02.2017 - 04.2019

Assisted in developing company-wide food safety policies that were consistent across multiple facilities.
Worked closely with production staff to identify opportunities for continuous improvement in food safety practices.
Conducted regular facility inspections to maintain a clean and safe working environment for employees.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address and resolve FSQA-related issues promptly.
Set up and conducted all microbiological test i.e. salmonella, campylobacter, aerobic plate count and fill in for microbial technician if absent for any reason.
Implemented strict work structure over plant while enforcing GMP/SSOP/SPS and HACCP
Responsible for FSQA on second shift, managed nine QA technicians, one lead, four par fry lines and two RTE lines

Sanderson Farms

12.2011 - 12.2017

Managed a diverse portfolio of accounts, ensuring each client received personalized attention and support.
Increased sales revenue by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.
Negotiated prices, terms of sale and service agreements.
Built client relationships by acting as liaison between customer service and sales teams.
Achieved 90-95% client retention rate ensuring long-term partnerships and stable revenue streams.