Ivan Samayoa
Abilene,TX
Summary
Results-driven Production Supervisor with expertise in quality control, continuous improvement, and team training. Proven ability to optimize workflows and enhance team performance, ensuring operational efficiency and adherence to safety protocols.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
Great Lakes Cheese
Abilene, TX
03.2026 - Current
- Supervised daily production activities to ensure operational efficiency and adherence to safety protocols.
- Trained new team members on equipment operation and safety practices, enhancing overall productivity.
- Monitored production quality standards, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective measures.
- Coordinated workflow among team members, optimizing resource allocation and minimizing downtime.
- Conducted regular safety audits, promoting a culture of safety awareness within the production team.
- Managed team of 20 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
Production Lead
Great Lakes Cheese
Abilene, TX
11.2025 - Current
- Operated production machinery to ensure efficient workflow and product quality.
- Monitored team performance to maintain safety and compliance standards.
- Coordinated daily production schedules to optimize resource allocation.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Identified process inefficiencies and recommended improvements to enhance productivity.
- Trained new hires on production procedures, ensuring a quick ramp-up time and consistent performance levels across the team.
Production Machine Operator
Great Lakes Cheese
Abilene, TX
12.2023 - 11.2025
- Operated production machinery to ensure efficient cheese processing and packaging.
- Conducted quality control inspections to maintain product standards and safety regulations.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues, minimizing downtime and maintaining workflow.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize production schedules and enhance overall efficiency.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Organized and cleaned work area to meet standards, keep tidy and prevent injuries.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge and best practices for optimal performance.
- Operated multiple machines simultaneously, maximizing output while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Maintained quality of product by checking labels, packaging and other factors.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless transitions between shifts and increased productivity overall.
- Helped with change-overs and set up to assist with job preparation and production functions.
- Reduced downtime by monitoring machine performance and addressing any concerns promptly.
Lead Line Cook
Torchy's Tacos
09.2021 - 12.2023
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure timely meal preparation and adherence to quality standards.
- Developed and implemented efficient cooking procedures to enhance food production workflow.
- Trained new cooks on menu items, safety protocols, and kitchen equipment usage.
- Coordinated inventory management, ensuring proper stock levels of ingredients and supplies.
- Monitored food safety compliance, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Had the fastest times of guest order completions in the entire West Texas region.
Education
High School Diploma - Business Administration
Hardin-Simmons University
Abilene, TX05.2028
High School Diploma -
Cooper High School
Abilene05.2023
Skills
- Quality control
- Continuous improvement
- Production management
- Training and mentoring
- Scheduling coordination
- Production target management
- Decision-making
- Computer skills
- Critical thinking
- Shift scheduling
- Relationship building
- SAP expertise
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Great Lakes Cheese
03.2026 - Current
Production Lead
Great Lakes Cheese
11.2025 - Current
Production Machine Operator
Great Lakes Cheese
12.2023 - 11.2025
Lead Line Cook
Torchy's Tacos
09.2021 - 12.2023
High School Diploma - Business Administration
Hardin-Simmons University
High School Diploma -
Cooper High School