Jennifer Middleton
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Quality-focused Manager of Production and Logistics with extensive experience in the food and beverage industry. Experienced with logistics coordination and supply chain management. Utilizes problem-solving skills to ensure efficient operations and timely deliveries. Track record of effective leadership and fostering collaborative team environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Production + Logistics Manager
Sunstream Brands, LLC
08.2021 - 01.2025
- Manage all aspects of canned cocktail production planning and logistics.
- Collaborate with multiple co-packers across the US to ensure seamless operations.
- Coordinate with various suppliers to manage inventory levels materials and finished goods.
- Forecast material needs and ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Manage supplier relationships and implement cost-saving strategies.
- Oversee end-to-end supply chain processes, including procurement, logistics, inventory management, and distribution.
- Monitor Shopify e-commerce activities via 3PL.
Manager of Production
Conagra Brands
01.2013 - 07.2021
- Responsible for all aspects of production, scheduling, and procurement.
- Ensure all raw materials & FG meet quality specs & safety standards.
- Hire, train & direct staff; conduct employee performance reviews.
- Develop processes that optimize production standards & targets.
- Ensure compliance to all labor & safety regulations.
- Conduct weekly production, quality, safety & 5S audits.
- Participate in annual NSF, FDA & SQF audits.
- Evaluate quality standards and maintenance actions to identify and address operational problems and maintain targets.
- Anticipate & address production problems, material shortages, equipment malfunctions and unavoidable delays.
Logistics Director
Boulder Brands
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Scheduled outbound freight for all frozen & dry shipments.
- Processed customs reports for all international shipments.
- Selected transportation routes to maximize economy by combining shipments or consolidating warehousing and distribution.
Production Coordinator
Udi's Food
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Planned weekly bakery production.
- Served as Purchasing Manager & Shipping Coordinator.
- HACCP team leader.
Administrative Assistant
Udi's Food
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Performed general office duties, customer service.
- Processed invoices & expenses using QuickBooks.
Education
Manager of Production -
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS2003
Skills
- Cross-functional coordination
- Dedication to product quality
- Customer support
- Health and safety
- Quality inspection
- Production management
- Safety management
- Staff management
- Materials management
- Quality control
- Training coordination
- Inventory coordination
- Staff scheduling
- Purchasing
Timeline
Production + Logistics Manager
Sunstream Brands, LLC
08.2021 - 01.2025
Manager of Production
Conagra Brands
01.2013 - 07.2021
Logistics Director
Boulder Brands
01.2012 - 01.2013
Production Coordinator
Udi's Food
01.2010 - 01.2011
Administrative Assistant
Udi's Food
01.2009 - 01.2010
Manager of Production -
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Mississippi State University
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