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Kevin Chavez

Aurora,IL

Summary

Multilingual Veteran Squad Leader promoting four years of commitment to US military as demonstrated through positive steps that address issues immediately. Intelligent professional committed to commanding Marines effectively and with respect and fortitude. Reliable professional skilled in applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to resolve complex issues. Outstanding communicator with background driving progress toward goals and empowering team members to excel. Enthusiastic and eagerness to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail. Talented Sanitation supervisor with one and a half years of experience managing, scheduling, increasing audit scores, and overseeing employees. Highly knowledgeable in sanitation with proven methods for improving efficiency, Standard Operating Procedures(SOP), and Sanitation scores. Priority on employee safety in fast-paced environment. Quality-driven production leader with proven success in organizing workflows and coordinating resources to meet challenging goals. Industrious professional and resourceful problem-solver with persistent approach to tackling operational concerns. Good decision-making and team-building abilities with open and clear communication style. Experienced production supervisor adept at keeping operations moving smoothly and efficiently. Comfortable meeting demanding manufacturing targets. Brings several years of progressive leadership experience in production environments.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Production Supervisor

OSI International Foods
West Chicago, Illinois
01.2023 - Current
  • Was part of the start up company for Chipotle and Domino's Pizza to make sure production was up and running to be sure yearly pounds will be reached.
  • Managed daily operations within budget constraints while meeting deadlines.
  • Supervised a team of 20+ employees, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently and accurately.
  • Performed regular quality checks throughout the production process to ensure customer specifications were met.
  • Developed and implemented production schedules to ensure timely completion of projects.
  • Investigated customer complaints related to product quality or delivery times.
  • Assisted with troubleshooting equipment malfunctions or operational problems as needed.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvements through analysis of existing workflows.
  • Developed processes for tracking progress against goals and objectives set by startup founders.

Sanitation Supervisor

Hormel Foods Corp
McCook, IL
08.2021 - 12.2022
  • Supervised employees and developed Standard Operating Procedures(SOP) to ensure maximum performance and proper cleaning.
  • Reviewing previous Sanitation Audit and Safety Quality Food(SQF) audit scores to fix all mishaps to increase yearly scores. Going from an average score to the highest score the company has seen.
  • Supervised and supported sanitation personnel to maximize quality of service and performance.
  • Verified each operating line before production to make sure each line was washed and cleaned efficiently.
  • Established hands-on, proactive management style to facilitate improvements to workflow and production turnover.
  • Sustained safety protocols to support proper and cost-effective equipment and material usage.
  • Practiced safe work habits and wore protective safety equipment.
  • Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
  • Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.
  • Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.

Infantry Squad Leader

United States Marine Corps
Kaneohe, HI
08.2016 - 08.2020
  • Trained teams on emergency situation preparedness and in tactical planning, equipment maintenance and weapon use.
  • Inspected weapons to ensure proper cleanliness and functionality and identified parts that required repair.
  • Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
  • Advised higher ranking officers on operations, intelligence and risk assessments in daily briefings.
  • Maintained current in-depth knowledge of team member strengths and weaknesses to most effectively plan battle strategy.
  • Responded to emergencies with speed, efficiency and knowledgeable assistance.

Education

Physical Therapy

Elmhurst College
Elmhurst, IL
05.2025

High School Diploma -

Proviso Mathematics & Science Academy
Forest Park, IL

Skills

  • Operational logistics
  • Tactical employment
  • Training and development
  • Strong leader
  • Team management
  • Communications
  • Problem resolution
  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Safety Procedures
  • Team Collaboration and Leadership
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • PPE Use

Accomplishments

  • Maintained 100% accountability of all assigned equipment worth more than $1,000,000 with no loss of equipment.
  • Two Letters of Commendation
  • Supervised team of 42 staff members.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Started up two major food companies Chipotle and Domino's Pizza to provide orders to them.

Certification

  • Combat Life Saving (CLS)
  • Forklift License
  • Pallet Jack Certified

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
French
Limited

Timeline

Production Supervisor

OSI International Foods
01.2023 - Current

Sanitation Supervisor

Hormel Foods Corp
08.2021 - 12.2022

Infantry Squad Leader

United States Marine Corps
08.2016 - 08.2020

Physical Therapy

Elmhurst College

High School Diploma -

Proviso Mathematics & Science Academy
  • Combat Life Saving (CLS)
  • Forklift License
  • Pallet Jack Certified
Kevin Chavez