Marshal Richardson
Littlefield,TX
Summary
Adept at operational excellence and fostering team development, I significantly enhanced safety measures and productivity at American Plant Food. My leadership not only reduced workplace accidents but also instilled a culture of continuous improvement and problem-solving, leveraging skills in facility management and teamwork to drive success.
Experienced with managing plant operations and ensuring optimal production performance. Utilizes strategic planning and team leadership to drive process improvements. Track record of maintaining high safety standards and operational efficiency.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Plant Manager
American Plant Food
05.2015 - Current
- Monitored and supported progress of plant production orders by managing shop capacity and loading functions at several facilities.
- Promoted an environmentally conscious culture within the facility by incorporating sustainable practices into daily operations.
- Developed cross-training initiatives for employees, improving overall workforce flexibility and productivity.
- Enhanced safety measures, resulting in a decrease in workplace accidents and increased employee morale.
- Identified and resolved process and equipment issues to minimize production downtime.
- Enforced health and safety protocols to promote safe working environment.
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Boosted employee morale and productivity through effective leadership and motivational techniques.
- Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
- Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.
- Trained in and implemented emergency response procedures to protect team members and property.
- Reduced downtime with proactive maintenance schedules.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Correctional Officer
TDCJ
03.2008 - 05.2015
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Monitored visitation sessions to ensure compliance with established guidelines and maintain facility security.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies governing correctional facilities.
- Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
- Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about inmate activities.
- Implemented effective emergency response plans during crises situations, minimizing harm to staff and inmates.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Assisted medical staff in distributing medications to inmates efficiently while securely handling sensitive materials.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
General Manager
Sonic DriveIn
02.2001 - 03.2008
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed and executed strategic plans for business growth and expansion, resulting in increased market share.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
- Drove the successful execution of numerous large-scale events/promotions while closely managing costs/budgetary constraints associated with event planning/management activities.
- Provided thoughtful guidance to personnel in navigating and resolving snags in productivity.
- Addressed customer complaints and feedback with immediate action, turning dissatisfied customers into loyal patrons.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Education
GED -
Coronado High School
Lubbock, TX05-1996
Skills
- Staff training and development
- Operational excellence
- Facility management
- Operations management
- Team building and development
- Plant and warehouse operations
- Safety management
- Work delegation
- Facilities maintenance
- Compliance
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving abilities
Certification
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration Certification (OSHA 30-Hour) - Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
Timeline
Assistant Plant Manager
American Plant Food
05.2015 - Current
Correctional Officer
TDCJ
03.2008 - 05.2015
General Manager
Sonic DriveIn
02.2001 - 03.2008
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration Certification (OSHA 30-Hour) - Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
GED -
Coronado High School
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