Michael Clendenin

**Custom Culinary (Avon, Ohio)**

*Continuous Improvement / Training Coordinator

(Jan 2023 - Present)*

- Spearheaded the "Cost Savings Initiative Program," driving annual cost reduction targets through strategic operational improvements in raw materials, SG&A, and production operations already surpassing the $500k goal for 2024, with personal projects accounting for $240k.

- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing productivity and operational efficiency.

- Created and Successfully implemented plant wide training program consisting of Standard work, SSOP's, and a digital matrix and repository.

**Custom Culinary (Avon, Ohio)**

*Operations Supervisor (May 2011 - Jan 2023)*

- Successfully managed both 1st & 2nd shift production operations, as well as 3rd shift sanitation over a 12-year span ensuring efficient workflow and compliance with safety protocols and quality standards.

- Led the plant "Safety Committee," overseeing safety audits, implementing corrective actions, and maintaining a safe work environment. Achieved a record of seven years without a lost-time incident.

- Managed plant LOTO program and served as the plant powered industrial equipment trainer.

- Oversaw the plant waste/recycling program to reduce outgoing waste with a 2030 goal of zero landfill.

**Custom Culinary (Avon, Ohio)**

*Department Lead Cook and Staging

(Jan 2006 - May 2011)*

-Managed the day to day operations on the raw side of the plant working along side employees ensuring adherence to the companies policy of Safe, Quality, Legal.

-Mentored new hires within the department, providing guidance on company policies and procedures as well as job-specific tasks.

-Boosted overall employee morale by fostering a positive work environment and promoting open communication.