Matthew Wall
Utica,KY
Summary
Seasoned Production and Safety Supervisor with over 20 years of military leadership experience in combat and non-combat environments. Skilled in Public Speaking, Team building and Coaching, Conflict Resolution, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel. Familiar with operations and best manufacturing practices. Recognized for leading and motivating workers to meet challenging targets while maintaining strict quality standards. Dedicated to inspire positive change in people and organizations preventing waste, maximizing safety and maintaining employee and customer satisfaction.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
Sazerac
Owensboro, KY
07.2021 - Current
- Maintained accurate and timely records of daily production activities.
- Supervised Union teams of 20+ employees, over multiple lines (2-8) ensuring tasks were completed safely, efficiently and accurately.
- Monitors and maintains Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), with hourly checks and verification of quality products are within compliance with Sazerac policies and ISO standard preventing food safety from being compromised.
- Utilize Hazard Analysis of Critical Control Point Principles. (HACCP) (storage and use of customer required components segregated from other customers products, cleanliness of all bottling materials are clean from the receiving department, bottling department and through shipping process)
- Maintained and verify daily Master Sanitation Schedules with each line. (example: daily, weekly and monthly tasks)
- Coordinates opportunities with Sanitation department with critical cleaning tasks during maintenance periods.
- Coordinates verification of completed maintenance items were corrected before technicians leave the line.
- Trained new staff on production processes and procedures.
- Performed regular quality checks throughout the production process to ensure internal and external customer specifications were met.
- Monitored equipment, maintenance schedules, checking supplies and coordinated manpower to meet expected demand.
- Supported safety programs to reduce and eliminate employee injuries with weekly safety talks and daily coaching.
- Ensured safety regulations were followed by all personnel in the production area.
- Communicated effectively with other departments to ensure smooth workflow from start to finish. (example: Processing or receiving product availability, quantity and estimated run times)
- Collaborated with management team to develop strategies for improving efficiency in the production area. (example; maintain "V curve" for optimal performance with each line and identify production areas that need focus with Traksys system)
- Resolved any conflicts between employees in a professional manner.
- Assisted with troubleshooting equipment malfunctions or operational problems as needed.
- Supported safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on use of control points, equipment and resources. (example: separate food grade and non-food grade items on the production floor)
- Planned production operations while establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing processes.
- Completed production plans by scheduling and assigning personnel, revising schedules and establishing priorities.
- Reviewed individual employee performance to correct issues and enhance productivity.
- Promoted employee safety awareness based on understanding of regulatory mandates and organizational best practices.
- Delegated tasks to employees and monitored accurate and timely completion of tasks to meet project milestones.
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered materials as needed to maintain production operations.
- Coordinated resources across multiple teams and projects as needed.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements through analysis of existing workflows. (example: maintain operating efficiencies with Traksys data)
- Set up, adjusted and maintained machines to operate at peak levels and meet challenging demands.
- Cultivated communication among senior managers and floor supervisors to encourage optimal productivity.
- Issued work orders for repairs to plan maintenance of equipment, machinery and vehicles.
- Managed daily operations within budget constraints while meeting deadlines.
- Established and updated production schedules to meet changing demands.
- Created detailed reports outlining progress on various projects. (example: adding correct compliance information regarding state codes for customers)
- Enforced company policies, answered coworkers' questions and trained new personnel.
- Conducted training in equipment operations and safety procedures, briefing employees of hazards associated with work.
- Delegated tasks to multiple employees while maintaining efficient workplace.
- Prepared operations data to produce comprehensive reports to management. (Production scheduling reports twice per shift)
- Ordered equipment repair services prior or during equipment breakdown to avoid further delays. (CMMS systems, opportunity maintenance and ISO related cleaning tasks)
Safety Supervisor
Trancy Logistics America
Lexington, KY
07.2018 - 07.2021
- Conducted safety briefings at beginning and end of shifts to inform crews of daily task safety hazards.
- 51% reduction in accidents within the first year of this role with extensive hiring, training and monitoring practices. (average annual accidents were 300+ for three combined facilities reduced to 180)
- Analyzed incident data to identify trends in injuries, illnesses and accidents.
- Final year, reduced to < 20 accidents across three facilities.
- Investigated accidents in the workplace and reported findings to management. (Five why analysis, safety stand-down and accident recreation)
- Monitored electronic surveillance systems, fire control systems and closed circuit security systems to keep eye on employee activities and behavior.
- Reviewed company practices and work processes to verify compliance with applicable state, local and federal regulations.
- Emergency procedures, workplace safety, specific to industrial powered truck operations.
- Participated in emergency drills designed to prepare staff for potential disasters or emergencies.
- Coordinated off-site medical care and drug and alcohol testing for employees.
- Implemented monthly training on all equipment that included driving tests, accident recreation, preventative maintenance and documentation.
- Conducted safety training for employees and visitors to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Monitored safety of construction activities, making on-site personnel protection top priority.
- Developed emergency response plans to address possible health and safety incidents. (example: COVID protocol)
- Provided guidance on safe work practices, such as proper lifting techniques, use of personal protective equipment.
- Trained and assisted employees in use of personal protective equipment and communicated safety requirements.
- Maintained records of all safety-related incidents and created reports detailing corrective actions taken.
- Performed regular risk assessments to evaluate the need for additional safety measures or procedures.
- Loading dock procedures and training.
- LOTO training.
- Conducted safety and hazard inspections (within company, state and federal regulatory bodies) multiple work sites in excess of 500,000 square feet of operating space.
- Monitored employee activities to ensure adherence to established safety protocols.
- Conducted audits of existing processes and procedures related to health and safety protocols in order to assess effectiveness.
- Created policies and procedures related to occupational health and safety standards.
- Supervised main work areas within company and removed debris to prevent accidents and mishaps.
- Identified areas where additional resources are needed in order to promote a safer working environment.
- Coordinated First Responder, First Aid and CPR training classes and certification.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Supply Chain Management
Sullivan University
Louisville, KYSkills
- Assembly and Production
- Production Target Management
- Schedule Management
- Materials Handling
- Audit Management
- Continuous Improvement
- Quality Control
- Training and Mentoring
- Inventory Coordination
- Production Planning
- Records Administration
- Process Improvement
- Logistics
- Equipment Operation
- Production Management
- Compliance Understanding
- Manufacturing
- Supply Chain Management
- Shift Checklists
- Waste Reduction
- Staff Development
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Digital Archiving
Accomplishments
- 20 years of Honorable military service.
- Three combat and non-combat deployments maintaining $12,000,000 worth of equipment with no serious injury to teams, squad or platoon.
- Multiple CONUS and OCONUS deployments with The United Sates Army in a Combat Engineer role.
- Seasoned recruiter for the Kentucky National Guard.
- Broadcasting and Audio engineer platform with Clear Channel broadcasting with production awards and number one in target market segment demographic.
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Sazerac
07.2021 - Current
Safety Supervisor
Trancy Logistics America
07.2018 - 07.2021
Some College (No Degree) - Supply Chain Management
Sullivan University