Kenneth Dunlap
columbia,SC
Summary
Dynamic Production Manager with a proven track record at Winland Foods, excelling in operations management and staff development. Spearheaded process improvements that enhanced efficiency and reduced waste by 20%. Committed to quality control and safety management, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high-performance teams.
Results-driven production professional prepared for demanding roles in manufacturing and operations management. Proven track record of enhancing production efficiency and maintaining high-quality standards. Focused on team collaboration and adaptability to changing project needs, with strong skills in process optimization and leadership.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Manager/Asset Owner
Winland Foods
10.1998 - 02.2023
- Oversaw production schedules to ensure timely delivery of products.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency and reduced waste.
- Trained and mentored staff to promote skill development and adherence to safety protocols.
- Monitored quality control measures, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Supervisor/Lead
Treehouse Food Private Brand
12.1998 - 02.2020
- Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with quality standards and safety protocols.
- Trained staff on efficient production techniques, enhancing team performance and productivity.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows and reduced operational delays.
- Monitored inventory levels and coordinated supply chain activities for optimal resource utilization.
- Developed training programs to enhance employee skills and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align operational goals with strategic initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
APU University
Ranson, WV11-2025
Skills
- Production planning
- Operations management
- Staff management
- Production scheduling
- Continuous improvements
- Team development
- Dedication to product quality
- Safety management
- Production optimization
- Staff scheduling
- Quality control
- Materials management
- Root-cause analysis
- Production line management
Accomplishments
- Trained and supervised 125+ production staff over 28yrs time period.
- Proficiently supervised 23 production lines, oversaw materials inspection, scheduled production and conducted weekly physical inventories.
- Increased overall productivity and quality by 20% by implementing training programs designed to increase performance levels.
Certification
- PMI-ACP - PMI Agile Certified Practitioner
Timeline
Supervisor/Lead
Treehouse Food Private Brand
12.1998 - 02.2020
Production Manager/Asset Owner
Winland Foods
10.1998 - 02.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
APU University