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GEORGE SAMUELS

Tampa

Summary

Detail oriented Group Leader focused on increasing production, minimizing equipment downtime and costs and maximizing overall efficiency. Accustomed to making decisions based on reason and data. Results-oriented production lead with extensive experience providing skilled operations support. Collaborative team player with exceptional attention to detail and strong communication, time management and organizational abilities. Fluent in various computer applications, to include Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Adobe. Highly proficient in the English language, reading, technical writing and advanced mathematics. Accustomed to briefing senior level management and executives. Over 17 years of experience in frontline positions

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Warehouse Production Supervisor

REPUBLIC NATIONAL DISTRIBUTING COMPANY
11.2021 - Current
  • Schedule associates duties to optimize productivity
  • Perform interviews and collaborate with management and human resources to hire new employees
  • Assist and perform warehouse associate duties as needed
  • Oversee daily use of warehouse technology to ensure proper use and compliance.
  • Ensure warehouse safety and housekeeping procedures are followed.
  • Plan and execute ongoing cross-training program to ensure workforce is flexible, and able to respond to unexpected shortages during shift.
  • Assist in the setting of process improvement goals for warehouse employees to maximize productivity.
  • Ensure equipment is properly maintained and escalate mechanical issues to minimize downtime.

Group Lead V

Bausch Health Companies Inc.
12.2017 - 11.2021
  • Supervise day to day operation of production and manufacturing for facility.
  • Execute daily staffing plan to ensure department quality and quantity objectives are achieved.
  • Provide technical leadership, instructions and training for operator associates.
  • Ensure both personnel and process conforms with GMP's and safety requirements.
  • Provide daily reports on production efficiency. Assign resources to collect and enter production numbers.
  • Identify, diagnose, correct and document process trends and problems. Enlist technical support as needed.
  • Verify preventative maintenance logs are updated and all areas have required equipment to perform their tasks.
  • Serve as a backup for Team Leader on shift as needed.
  • Provide coverage for overtime as needed.
  • Ensure pertinent information is turned over to incoming shift when end of shift activities are performed.

Lead Production Associate

Pepsi Co.
08.2002 - 12.2017
  • Cover for machine operators, forklift drivers and perform various duties as needed.
  • Worked directly with management to maximize production.
  • Achieved departmental objectives by having flexible work schedule and being willing to learn various positions.
  • Coordinated daily tasks with production operators and forklift drivers.
  • Established operational objectives and work plans and delegated assignments to subordinate operators.
  • Drove daily production activities with effective communication and leadership.
  • Successfully managed production activities so all orders were completed on time.
  • Maintained and communicated daily productivity reports for production department.
  • Procured required manufacturing equipment and parts.
  • Planned, directed, coordinated and assigned manpower to meet aggressive production schedules.
  • Recommended and executed quality improvements for production and product quality.

Supervisor

Transactive
06.1994 - 07.2002
  • Oversaw daily office operations for staff of 8 employees.
  • Oversaw inventory and office supply purchases.
  • Maintained clean and productive work environment.
  • Maintained work environment in clean and sanitary manner.
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
  • Submitted orders for new inventory.
  • Coordinated with day management regarding on-going issues.
  • Walked around facility frequently to check activities.
  • Performed nightly store and team performance audits.
  • Analyzed customer levels and planned resources according to needs.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mount Vernon High School
Mount Vernon, NY
1994

Skills

  • Strong research skills
  • Adaptable learner
  • Creative problem solving
  • Excellent time management
  • Critical thinker
  • Planning/coordinating
  • Leadership abilities
  • 5S, Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement skills
  • Honest employee
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Microsoft Excel expertise
  • Meticulous attention to detail
  • Professional demeanor
  • Time management

Certification

  • Forklift/Machine operation Certificate
  • Yellowbelt in Continuous Improvement Process (Six Sigma, 5S, Lean management.
  • Quality Control certification
  • CDL Class A License
  • X endorsement Tanker/Hazmat

Timeline

Warehouse Production Supervisor

REPUBLIC NATIONAL DISTRIBUTING COMPANY
11.2021 - Current

Group Lead V

Bausch Health Companies Inc.
12.2017 - 11.2021

Lead Production Associate

Pepsi Co.
08.2002 - 12.2017

Supervisor

Transactive
06.1994 - 07.2002

High School Diploma -

Mount Vernon High School

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