Jenn Restivo
Albion
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Interim Plant Manager
Thrive Foods
02.2024 - Current
- Manage daily plant operations to ensure adherence to safety regulations, quality standards, and production targets.
- Advanced employee morale by fostering an inclusive organizational culture that valued teamwork, open communication, and recognition of accomplishments.
- Mentored supervisory staff, providing guidance on effective leadership practices to foster a positive work environment.
- Streamlined workflow processes for increased productivity without compromising safety or quality standards.
- Facilitated regular team meetings to review progress against goals, address challenges, and recognize achievements.
- Oversaw budget development and financial monitoring to ensure optimal resource allocation within the plant operations department.
- Manage direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions and achieving KPIs.
Sales Project Manager
Thrive Foods
02.2023 - Current
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring on-time delivery and exceeding client expectations.
- Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of projects from inception to completion.
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
Operations Manager
Freeze Dry Foods / Thrive Foods
01.2021 - 02.2023
- Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Achieved higher employee retention rates by fostering a positive work environment and providing opportunities for professional growth.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Analyzed data trends to identify potential bottlenecks in operations workflow, implementing strategies to mitigate risks accordingly.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
Director, Supply Chain
Freeze Dry Foods
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers for improved collaboration and procurement outcomes.
- Created a resilient supply chain by diversifying suppliers and assessing potential risks.
- Increased on-time delivery rates through effective communication and coordination among team members.
- Managed all aspects of inventory control from demand planning to warehousing and distribution activities.
- Collaborated with internal departments such as sales, finance, marketing, and production to align business goals with supply chain objectives.
- Hired, developed and led team of direct reports.
- Tracked and monitored purchase orders, deliveries and invoicing to verify accuracy and compliance.
Production Manager / Warehouse Manager
Freeze Dry Foods
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Reduced waste and material costs by optimizing resource allocation and inventory management.
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
- Conducted root cause analysis on production issues, devising corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Mentored junior staff members on best practices in production management, cultivating a skilled workforce capable of tackling complex challenges headon.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
Warehouse Supervisor
Freeze Dry Foods
01.2009 - 01.2013
- Enhanced employee productivity through effective training programs and performance evaluations.
- Managed a team of warehouse workers for optimal scheduling, task delegation, and overall productivity.
- Optimized storage capacity by redesigning warehouse layout for maximum space utilization.
- Increased accuracy in order fulfillment with thorough quality control checks before shipping orders.
- Mentored junior staff members to develop their skills in warehousing operations, fostering a supportive work environment for professional growth.
- Maintained a clean working environment by enforcing strict cleanliness standards throughout the warehouse.
Administrative Assistant
Freeze Dry Foods
06.2007 - 01.2009
- Enhanced office efficiency by streamlining administrative processes and implementing organizational systems.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
- Collaborated on special projects as assigned by leadership, contributing research findings or coordinating event logistics as needed for success.
- Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
General Production
Freeze Dry Foods
05.2007 - 06.2007
- Contributed to team success by actively participating in problem-solving discussions, offering practical solutions for process improvement.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on industry trends and enhance personal skillset as a General Production Laborer.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Forensic Science
Everest University Online - Tampa
Seffner, FL10.2013
Skills
- Operations Management
- Labor Relations
- Facility Management
- Productivity Improvement
- Workforce Development
- Production Planning
- Operational Efficiency
- Customer Focus
- Team building and development
- Safety Management
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Work Delegation
- Project Coordination
Timeline
Interim Plant Manager
Thrive Foods
02.2024 - Current
Sales Project Manager
Thrive Foods
02.2023 - Current
Operations Manager
Freeze Dry Foods / Thrive Foods
01.2021 - 02.2023
Director, Supply Chain
Freeze Dry Foods
01.2018 - 01.2021
Production Manager / Warehouse Manager
Freeze Dry Foods
01.2013 - 01.2018
Warehouse Supervisor
Freeze Dry Foods
01.2009 - 01.2013
Administrative Assistant
Freeze Dry Foods
06.2007 - 01.2009
General Production
Freeze Dry Foods
05.2007 - 06.2007
Associate of Applied Science - Forensic Science
Everest University Online - Tampa