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Klarence Flintroy

Monroe,LA

Summary

Focused on streamlining costs, increasing productivity and making continuous improvements to operations. Possess a combination of 12 years with experiences in manufacturing and supply chain management. Strong leadership skills with the ability to get results through using various best practices and continuous improvement methods.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

S.C.M Warehouse/Shipping/Receiving Supervisor

Signify
Vicksburg, MS
12.2021 - Current
  • Oversaw warehouse crew stocking inventory and preparing loads.
  • Reviewed paperwork to determine priorities and set schedules.
  • Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
  • Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
  • Controlled adherence to customs import and export requirements through oversight and communication.
  • Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
  • Communicated with vendor representatives to resolve damaged shipments and item shortages.
  • Generated end-of-day reports covering shipments, productivity and financial totals.
  • Investigated and adopted optimal shipping and receiving strategies by selecting best carriers, routes and methods to minimize costs and enhance schedules.
  • Conducted inventory audits following company procedures.
  • Led warehouse improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.

Supply Chain Manager

PepsiCo
Monroe, LA
11.2019 - 12.2021
  • Established inventory targets, stock level and risk mitigation targets and managed flexibility strategy to optimize inventory.
  • Develop processes for receiving product, equipment utilization, inventory management, gate processes (check-in/out), and shipping.
  • Develop and implement warehouse operations system improvements b leading continuous improvement initiatives and by analyzing process workflow, manning and space requirements, and equipment layout.
  • Minimize gap time by 16%.
  • Meets financial objectives by forecasting requirements, preparing annual budget, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances, and initiating corrective action.
  • Increased product utilization 6% vs prior year
  • Food Safety Certification
  • GMP Certification

Business Unit Manager

Gardner Denver Thomas Inc.
Monroe, LA
01.2018 - 11.2019
  • Reduce rework by 40%.
  • Increase output for dollars by 20%.
  • Increase efficiency by 13% in 8 months.
  • Reduced equipment downtime by 60 hours from March to August.
  • Reduce changeover time by 48 hours from March to August.
  • Led team in deploying Continuous Improvement Daily Management tool to create Lean culture.
  • Led Shipping Department, Machine Shop, Procurement Team, and Assembly to optimize operational excellence.

Plant Operations Supervisor/Interim Plant Manager

Signode Industrial Group LLC
West Monroe, LA
04.2016 - 01.2018
  • Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
  • Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality level
  • Decreased unscheduled downtime by 11%.
  • Increased efficiency by 16%.
  • Coordinate trainings, develop SOPs and JSAs.
  • Managed plant of 28 employees
  • Maintained safe work environment

Printing Production Supervisor

Graphic Packaging International
West Monroe, LA
07.2015 - 04.2016
  • Reduce changeovers resulting in 11% decrease in downtime.
  • Increase throughput by 14%
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
  • Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
  • Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
  • Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment performance, reviewing materials supplies and organizing manpower.
  • Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures and unavoidable delays.
  • Achieved on-time shipments goal by empowering employees to continued success.
  • Reduced obstacles and variables to maintain production performance and meet deadlines.
  • Boosted production throughput and quality by revamping procedures and monitoring strategies.
  • Utilized lean practices to balance workflow and alleviate redundancy.

Production Control Supervisor

Graphic Packaging International
West Monroe, LA
05.2014 - 07.2015
  • Scheduled training sessions for new employees to help acclimate each to job roles.
  • Supervised team of 60 employees in production control, coordinating tasks and daily job activities
  • Implemented appropriate policies and controls for department under guidance of Logistics Manager.
  • Communicated status of job orders to customers on regular basis.
  • Evaluated system performance and recommended improvements.
  • Interacted with peers, upper management and other stakeholders effectively using active listening and well-developed communication skills.
  • Assessed department milestones, checking against approved budgets.
  • Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow and output.

Continuous Improvement Analyst

Graphic Packaging International
West Monroe, LA
09.2012 - 05.2014
  • Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
  • Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
  • Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
  • Reported on findings and made proactive and targeted recommendation to senior leaders.
  • Manage Sorting Department at third-party warehouse along with reporting to upper management on daily improvements and areas of opportunity.
  • Reduce sorting cost by 14% in 2013.
  • Eliminate downtime cost and severity units by traveling to the customer resolving quality issues.
  • Support new business and trials to ensure success.
  • Audit product to specifications using CTQ, RTQ, Ei3, and SAP data.
  • Managed quality assurance initiatives.

Quality Assurance Technician

Gardner Denver Thomas Inc.
Monroe, LA
03.2010 - 02.2012
  • Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections and other established tests.
  • Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
  • Conduct and supervise calibration activities, maintaining accurate records of calibrations performed, both internal and external.
  • Develops documentation of the Company's quality system to satisfy the ISO standards.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Information System

Grambling State University
Grambling, LA
07.2006

Certification Program - Certified Computer Numerical Controller

Louisiana Delta Community College
Monroe, LA
12.2009

Skills

  • Distribution and warehousing
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Warehouse Logistics
  • Cost reduction
  • Excellent Communication
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Self-Motivated
  • P&L business acumen
  • Organizational Leadership skills

Timeline

S.C.M Warehouse/Shipping/Receiving Supervisor

Signify
12.2021 - Current

Supply Chain Manager

PepsiCo
11.2019 - 12.2021

Business Unit Manager

Gardner Denver Thomas Inc.
01.2018 - 11.2019

Plant Operations Supervisor/Interim Plant Manager

Signode Industrial Group LLC
04.2016 - 01.2018

Printing Production Supervisor

Graphic Packaging International
07.2015 - 04.2016

Production Control Supervisor

Graphic Packaging International
05.2014 - 07.2015

Continuous Improvement Analyst

Graphic Packaging International
09.2012 - 05.2014

Quality Assurance Technician

Gardner Denver Thomas Inc.
03.2010 - 02.2012

Bachelor of Science - Computer Information System

Grambling State University

Certification Program - Certified Computer Numerical Controller

Louisiana Delta Community College

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