KENNY BENSON
Coweta
Summary
Experienced manufacturing leader with a proven track record of achieving record-breaking volume and productivity throughout my career. Knowledgeable in operational process improvement, utilizing tactical planning, lean manufacturing practices, and team development to drive results. Approach is results-driven, focusing on relationship leadership to consistently achieve current week/month/year operating targets in safety, OEE, costs, product and service quality, as well as capital and inventory management. Prioritize team collaboration and goal achievement. Strong leadership skills, operational efficiency, and adaptability consistently deliver positive outcomes in dynamic environments. Excel in strategic planning, process optimization, and fostering productive team cultures. Known for reliability and flexibility in meeting changing needs.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Area Manager
Romark Logistics
10.2024 - Current
- Developed strategic initiatives for improved operational execution.
- Trained and mentored staff to cultivate leadership skills.
- Conducted market analysis to inform strategic planning.
- Increased team performance by implementing targeted training programs.
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
REFRESCO BOTTLING
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Lead people to improve line performance, limit downtime, and improve line changeover time
- Develop and deliver effective briefs, reports, and meetings
- Ensure GMP and SQF compliance, verify QC checks on running product, verify all line checks are being performed, and complete visual observation of running product
- Monitor and update SOPs and Work Instructions as needed
- Plan and execute effective line startups, ensure cleaning on all equipment is maintained, and plan new product runs effectively
- Collaborated with project engineers on the installation of new lines
- Based on production line experience, improved line layout for efficiency
- Communicated progress to the plant manager daily
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER
ALDEN GROUP RENEWABLE ENERGY
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Responsible for overseeing multiple projects simultaneously and serving as the worksite representative for dealing with subcontractors, suppliers, customers, and local municipalities
- Prepare and manage estimates, budgets, timetables, and resources for constructing a new manufacturing facility
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
REFRESCO BOTTLING
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Ensure GMP and SQF compliance, verify QC checks on running product, verify all line checks are being performed, and complete visual observation of running product
- Monitor and update SOPs and Work Instructions as needed
- Plan and execute effective line startups, ensure cleaning on all equipment is maintained, and plan new product runs effectively
- Collaborated with project engineers on the installation of new lines
- Based on production line experience, improved line layout for efficiency
- Communicated progress to the plant manager daily
MANUFACTURING MANAGER
YOUNG LIVING ESSENTIAL OILS
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Drive manufacturing process to ensure on-time delivery, cost, quality, and safety standards
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams: Batching, Maintenance, Scheduling, Safety, and Quality Control to ensure operational efficiency
- Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to ensure delivery of key materials
- Managed 160 employees responsible for interviewing, hiring, and training personnel
- Implemented a new Production Line to increase capacity
- Managed all phases of new equipment from concept to final installation - IQ, OQ, and PQ
- Collaborated with Bosch engineers weekly and provided the YL executive team with timely progress reports with photos
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
PEPSI BOTTLING GROUP
01.1990 - 01.2016
- Oversaw daily operations and implemented corporate safety standards of the production facility
- Maximized bottle line production efficiency and minimized downtime by creating a package-to-package changeover process, resulting in plant of the year two years in a row
- Achieved National 'Best in Class' Pepsi Production Facility 8 years running
- Awarded # 1 producing bottle line three years in a row
- Collaborated with the project manager on the installation of new equipment
- Provided daily updates on progress and budget
Education
Associate of Arts -
Skills
- Operations Leadership
- Process Improvement
- Project Management
- Quality Assurance
- Training and Development
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Operations management
- Relationship building and management
- Team development
- Staff management
Timeline
Area Manager - Romark Logistics
10.2024 - Current
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR - REFRESCO BOTTLING
01.2023 - 05.2024
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER - ALDEN GROUP RENEWABLE ENERGY
01.2022 - 01.2023
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR - REFRESCO BOTTLING
01.2020 - 01.2022
MANUFACTURING MANAGER - YOUNG LIVING ESSENTIAL OILS
01.2016 - 01.2020
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR - PEPSI BOTTLING GROUP
01.1990 - 01.2016
Wichita State University - Associate of Arts,
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