Kyle Winchel
Necedah,WI
Summary
Experienced leader in production management with a proven track record of exceeding operational goals. Expertise in safety compliance and quality assurance, resulting in improved efficiency and productivity. Strong ability to streamline processes and enhance team performance.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Supervisor
Foremost Farms USA Cooperative
Reedsburg, Wisconsin
06.2025 - Current
- Directed daily production efforts to uphold high standards of operational efficiency.
- Coached team members in safety protocols and effective equipment handling.
- Engaged with management to discuss production advancements and obstacles.
- Directed team of over 20 employees, facilitating completion of tasks with efficiency and precision.
Production Supervisor
TopTier Ingredients LLC.
Hancock, Wisconsin
11.2022 - 06.2025
- Established budgets, production targets, and rates in alignment with company policies and requirements.
- Formulated and established new operational workflows to drive innovation and maintain competitive edge.
- Calculated labor and equipment requirements and production specifications using standard formulas to boost sustainability.
- Oversaw inventory levels and procured materials to sustain production operations.
- Delegated tasks to employees and monitored accurate and timely completion of tasks to meet project milestones.
- Reviewed individual employee performance to correct issues and enhance productivity.
- Assisted with troubleshooting equipment malfunctions or operational problems as needed.
- Performed regular quality checks throughout the production process to ensure customer specifications were met.
Farm Laborer
Winchel Farms
Hillsboro, Wisconsin
02.2021 - 11.2022
- Stepped away from manufacturing to assist with needs on the family farm.
- Managed operation of farm machinery to optimize crop planting and harvesting processes.
- Assisted in soil preparation to ensure healthy crop growth.
- Monitored crop health.
- Coordinated planting, tending, and irrigation of crops.
- Restored fences, gates, buildings, and additional structures on property.
- Maintained and repaired farming equipment to provide consistent usability, prime operational condition, and alleviate downtime.
- Tended to livestock by routinely providing nourishment and hydration.
- Coordinated management and disposal of farm waste, complying with environmental regulations.
Production Supervisor
Ocean Spray Cranberries.
Tomah, Wisconsin
08.2017 - 02.2021
- Managed daily production processes to guarantee effective operations.
- Coached team members on safety protocols and equipment operation.
- Coordinated workflow between departments for timely order fulfillment.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues to minimize downtime.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production activities.
- Executed consistent quality checks throughout production process to ensure adherence to customer specifications.
- Supervised equipment monitoring, ensured supply readiness, and aligned manpower with forecasted demand.
- Facilitated resolution of employee conflicts in a professional manner
- Championed continuous enhancement projects in lean environment to optimize quality, flow, and output.
General Laborer/Production Supervisor
Merricks
Union Center, Wisconsin
12.2003 - 08.2017
- Conducted research on animal nutrition, food safety, and dietary requirements.
- Conducted research projects related to animal nutrition and reproduction under the supervision of a veterinarian or scientist.
- Conducted research to determine optimal animal nutrition and feed formulations.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times while working with animals in shelter setting.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Facilitated establishment of HACCP program for facility.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Supervision
Western Wisconsin Technical College
La Crosse, WI08-2017
Skills
- Production planning
- Quality assurance
- Safety compliance
- Inventory management
- Process optimization
- Team leadership
- Schedule management
- Shift checklists
- Employee leadership
- Process improvement
- Health and safety compliance
- 6S implementation
- Continuous improvement
- Training and development
Certification
- Successful completion of OSHA 30 class.
- Currently CPR/AED certified.
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Foremost Farms USA Cooperative
06.2025 - Current
Production Supervisor
TopTier Ingredients LLC.
11.2022 - 06.2025
Farm Laborer
Winchel Farms
02.2021 - 11.2022
Production Supervisor
Ocean Spray Cranberries.
08.2017 - 02.2021
General Laborer/Production Supervisor
Merricks
12.2003 - 08.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Supervision
Western Wisconsin Technical College
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