LARRY GASKIN
Lawrenceville,GA
Summary
More than 27 years experience in Dairy Manufacturing, including product testing, management and operator in various departments. Fourteen years working as a trainer, emphasizing a collaborative and hands on style of training associates. Just under 4 years management experience in leadership and relationship building with team members. A self-motivated and organized professional with over 15 years experience providing thorough and skillful support to department managers.
I have a proven track record in managing departmental operations and enhancing team performance. Successfully led various initiatives, resulting in improved operational efficiency and employee satisfaction. Demonstrated leadership and strategic planning skills in high-pressure environments.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Department Manager
Publix
01.2024 - Current
- Oversee operations on 3rd shift for sanitation, fluid processing, fluid receiving, MCW, milk shipping.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure seamless coordination in achieving company-wide objectives.
- Evaluated employee performance fairly and accurately, rewarding hard work while addressing areas needing improvement.
- Enhanced department efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
- Assisted in talent acquisition efforts, hiring top candidates to strengthen the department''s capabilities.
Production Department Manager
Publix
05.2022 - 01.2024
- Overseen production operations on 3rd shift for sanitation, fluid receiving, fluid processing, fluid filling, blow mold, mezzanine and polypack.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives, leading to increased productivity and reduced waste levels.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing constructive feedback aimed at fostering professional growth within the team members' roles.
- Conducted root cause analysis on production issues, identifying solutions for immediate corrective actions and long-term prevention strategies.
- Developed training programs for new hires, ensuring a skilled workforce committed to quality standards.
Sanitation Manager
Publix
04.2021 - 05.2022
- Conducted regular audits of sanitation processes, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Streamlined sanitation processes through the development of efficient cleaning schedules and procedures.
- Led continuous improvement efforts within the Sanitation department, identifying opportunities for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
- Enhanced food safety by conducting regular inspections and ensuring compliance with local regulations.
- Improved facility cleanliness by implementing and maintaining sanitation programs and procedures.
- Collaborated with quality assurance teams to address any sanitation concerns promptly, upholding high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
- Maintained detailed records of all sanitation activities in accordance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
Manager in Training
Publix Supermarkets Inc.
06.2020 - 04.2021
- Oversee daily operations in milk receiving, milk and mix processing, milk filling, blowmold and poly pak
- Coordinate when products are produced and packaged
- Create manpower scheduling
- Make necessary adjustments to production schedules
- Create and drive improvements to processes in plant
- Drive training of associates
- Enhanced supervisory and leadership abilities by working closely with supervisor.
- Enhanced team performance by implementing effective training strategies and management techniques.
Utility Trainer (Processing and Receiving)
Publix Supermarkets Inc.
11.2007 - 06.2020
- Plan and conduct job skill training for all associates in the work area, which included maintaining and updating work area training manuals and materials
- Lead to drive improvements of plant operations through QIP and WIN methodology
- Perform day-to-day tasks and responsibilities of Department Manager or Assistant Department Manager for the work area in the event of vacation or being otherwise unavailable
- Perform tasks in the work area on a daily basis when not on a training assignment within the team
Milk/Mix HTST operator
Publix Supermarkets Inc.
02.2005 - 11.2007
- Starting, running and shut down of the HTST(shortime)
- Monitoring equipment controls, butterfat, product temperature and make adjustments as needed
- Recording daily production activity and regulatory information
- Perform basic mechanical adjustments
- Cleaning and sanitizing HTST, support equipment and tanks
- Process system troubleshooting for all processing and CIP systems
- Organize daily activities with Safety and efficiency
- Process of mix and slurries for ice cream
Milk Filling Operator
Publix Supermarkets Inc.
07.2004 - 02.2005
- To maintain sanitary equipment and environment for the packaging of fluid products
- To operate fluid filling equipment a proficient level, while filling products into gallon, half-gallon and single serve containers, including milk, egg nog, juice, tea and water
- Operate CIP (clean in place) systems
- Operate COP (clean out of place) systems
- Manual/ hand cleaning of filling parts
- Disassembling and reassembling fluid fillers an associated equipment for cleaning
- Operate and maintain equipment of the fluid packaging area, including lowerators, labelers, conveyors, fillers, casers, stackers etc
- Maintain accurate written production and sanitation records
- Perform laboratory tests and monitor weight control of products
- Produce a quality product in a manner that meets Publix and regulatory standards
Blowmold Mezzanine Operator
Publix Supermarkets Inc.
07.2003 - 07.2004
- Operate three blow molding machines, single serve labeler and bottle descrambler
- Perform size change and basic trouble shooting of equipment
- Maintain bottle quality checks and bottle weights
- Perform machine adjustments and perform basic preventative maintenance equipment
- Actively participate in continuous improvement, using an improvement mentality to improve efficiencies
Ice Cream Utility Trainer
Publix Supermarkets Inc.
01.2000 - 07.2003
- Plan and conduct job skill training for all associates in the work area, which included maintaining and updating work area training manuals and materials
- Lead to drive improvements of plant operations through QIP and WIN methodology
- Perform day-to-day tasks and responsibilities of Department Manager or Assistant Department Manager for the work area in the event of vacation or being otherwise unavailable
- Perform tasks in the work area on a daily basis when not on a training assignment within the team
Ice Cream Filler Operator
Publix Supermarkets Inc.
06.1998 - 01.2000
- Flavor Mixes and prepare ingredients
- Operate equipment and compare other tasks as required to assist with production
- Maintain accurate documentation of production run for each position that work is performed
- Communicate with team members to complete task in most effective manner
- Provide training to others on the team regarding operation, troubleshooting and adjustments of the machines
Ice Cream Forklift/ Palletizer Operator
Publix Supermarkets Inc.
02.1998 - 06.1998
- Hand stacking cases of ice cream onto pallets in 35 temperatures
- Operator forklift to expedite full pallets to storage locations
- Operate automatic palletizing and case packing equipment
- Keep palletizing room floor clean during production
- Cleaning and shutting down of freeze tunnel after production run
Ice Cream Helper
Publix Supermarkets Inc.
05.1997 - 02.1998
- Keep production floor neat, clean and organized at all times
- Maintain inventory of items using on the production floor by retrieving them from the warehouse
Education
Bachelor of Business Degree -
Albany State University
08.2021
No Degree - Ice Cream Short Course
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA01-2000
High School Diploma -
Lake Gibson High School
06.1994
Skills
- Customer service
- Staff management
- Team leadership
- Team supervision
- Problem-solving
- Training and mentoring
- Decision-making
- Goals and performance
- Training and development
- Relationship building and management
- Motivational leadership
Computerskills
native language, QA Hold, HTML, MS Office 2000, Adobe, Windows 98, Windows 2000
Timeline
Support Department Manager
Publix
01.2024 - Current
Production Department Manager
Publix
05.2022 - 01.2024
Sanitation Manager
Publix
04.2021 - 05.2022
Manager in Training
Publix Supermarkets Inc.
06.2020 - 04.2021
Utility Trainer (Processing and Receiving)
Publix Supermarkets Inc.
11.2007 - 06.2020
Milk/Mix HTST operator
Publix Supermarkets Inc.
02.2005 - 11.2007
Milk Filling Operator
Publix Supermarkets Inc.
07.2004 - 02.2005
Blowmold Mezzanine Operator
Publix Supermarkets Inc.
07.2003 - 07.2004
Ice Cream Utility Trainer
Publix Supermarkets Inc.
01.2000 - 07.2003
Ice Cream Filler Operator
Publix Supermarkets Inc.
06.1998 - 01.2000
Ice Cream Forklift/ Palletizer Operator
Publix Supermarkets Inc.
02.1998 - 06.1998
Ice Cream Helper
Publix Supermarkets Inc.
05.1997 - 02.1998
High School Diploma -
Lake Gibson High School
Bachelor of Business Degree -
Albany State University
No Degree - Ice Cream Short Course
Pennsylvania State University
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