James Gribben

• Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
• Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
• Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
• Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
• Managed team of 25 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
• Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
• Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
• Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
• Consistently met or exceeded production targets while maintaining strict quality standards, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
• Optimized workflow through effective resource allocation and scheduling adjustments.
• Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
• Implemented safety protocols and conducted regular audits, achieving a reduction in workplace accidents and incidents.
• Evaluated employee performance regularly against established benchmarks for ongoing personnel development.
• Enhanced production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing techniques and reducing waste.
• Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
• Reduced equipment downtime by implementing preventive maintenance programs and timely repairs.

Ran multiple machines/including fillers, packers, palatizer, depal, & forklift

Trained new employees on all machines

• Participated in ongoing training programs to enhance product knowledge and sales techniques, contributing to consistent professional growth.
• Collaborated with team members to share best practices and continuously improve sales strategies.