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Work History
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Mason E. Owens

Mason E. Owens

Enterprise,AL

Summary

An experienced Shipping Supervisor with a decade of experience in production and distribution, with a proven track record of effectively managing logistics operations and leading teams. 14 Years of military experience have instilled a strong work ethic, exceptional attention to detail, and critical thinking skills, which have been critical in achieving operational excellence and success. An effective leader, who can inspire and motivate team members to achieve their goals, creating and implementing processes and procedures, and driving performance improvements. Possess a deep understanding of logistics and supply chain management and is committed to staying current with industry trends and best practices.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Supervisor

Golden Peanut Company
05.2023 - Current
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Managed team of 38 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
  • Conducted performance reviews each quarter, offering praise and recommendations for improvement.
  • Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
  • Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
  • Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
  • Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
  • Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.

Outbound Operations Supervisor

BigLots Distribution Center
03.2021 - 06.2022
  • Monitor and oversee shipping activities to make sure that allocated merchandise is shipped out in perfect condition.
  • Managed 26 Associates and ensured compliance with all safety, quality, and production requirements.
  • Managed payroll, time, attendance, and vacation accrual through Kronos Workforce Central
  • Supervised and monitors warehouse personnel work assignments, workflow, performance and work standards, accuracy, and productivity.
  • Analyzed and resolved work problems or assists workers in solving work problems.
  • Responsible for creating and issuing work performance reviews as well as all standard disciplinary paperwork.
  • Supervised and coordinated unloading and stocking of inbound shipments and picking and shipping of outbound orders.
  • Documented daily production data and relevant information, including employee time, number of products shipped out as well as number of trucks sent out.

Dry Plant Supervisor

Cardinal FG Minerals
05.2012 - 01.2021
  • FG Minerals was bought out by Five Star Sands in July 2019
  • Met production targets through organized schedules and careful management of priorities.
  • Prevented accidents with consistent safety leadership, removing hazards and encouraging safe behaviors.
  • Kept quality levels high with quick corrections of identified production problems.
  • Monitored, tracked, and evaluated miner performance based upon guidelines set in the employee handbook as well as safety guidelines set by the company and The Mine Safety Health Administration (M.S.H.A)
  • Maintained heavy equipment properly by performing periodic safety and operational checks.
  • Inspected equipment regularly to verify operability and performed required repairs or adjustments to restore functionality.
  • Responsible for all preventive maintenance and corrective action for the production plant including bearings, pulleys, conveyor belts,
  • In charge of minor electrical problems such as zero-speeds, control box overloads, and camera wiring
  • Supervised day-to-day functions of plant.
  • Monitored safety practices and made changes or recommendations.

Forward Observer/ Squad Leader

Oklahoma National Guard
01.2007 - 01.2021
  • Prepared all means of indirect fire in support of the maneuver commander.
  • Including all indirect fire assets (artillery, mortars, and close air support)
  • Evaluated terrain and recorded topographical information.
  • Communicated battlefield intelligence such as enemy locations, strength, and activities to command.
  • Coordinated operations with armor, artillery, and air support units.
  • Supervised and instructed subordinates and supported units on maintaining up to date training and equipment knowledge.
  • Served as Unit Prevention Leader which conducts monthly urinalysis to maintain combat readiness and well-being of soldiers.
  • Served as Patrol Leader and conducted 183 patrols for foreign diplomats from Italy, Romania, Australia, Greece, Rome, and Turkey to provide security while attending critical meetings for the sustainment of operations in Afghanistan.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
05.2025

High School Diploma -

Colbert High School
Colbert, Oklahoma
2007

Skills

  • Cultural awareness
  • Logistics management
  • Motivation
  • Leadership Development
  • Kronos Workplace Central
  • Manhattan Warehouse Management System
  • Problem-Solving
  • Multitasking in fast paced environments

Accomplishments

  • Lone Star Masonic Lodge No 403., 10 years
  • Disabled American Veterans member, 3 years

Additional Information

  • 2 Combat Deployments (Kuwait/Iraq, Afghanistan)
  • July 2019 Non-Commissioned Officer of The Month
  • Army Commendation Medal With "C" device
  • Non-Article 5 NATO Medal
  • Order of The Spur

Timeline

Production Supervisor

Golden Peanut Company
05.2023 - Current

Outbound Operations Supervisor

BigLots Distribution Center
03.2021 - 06.2022

Dry Plant Supervisor

Cardinal FG Minerals
05.2012 - 01.2021

Forward Observer/ Squad Leader

Oklahoma National Guard
01.2007 - 01.2021

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

Liberty University

High School Diploma -

Colbert High School
Mason E. Owens