Mike Ellis
Dallas,TX
Summary
Results-driven Production Lead with 20 years of experience leading safe, on-time and high-quality production of wide array of products and components. Personable facilitator with passion for excellence and history of cultivating motivated and loyal teams. Mechanically proficient and technically versatile, driven to understand and model complete line operations. Hardworking Production Leader proudly offering 20 years of hands-on experience in the Food manufacturing industry. Talented at monitoring team members, including checking products for quality standards and keeping detailed records of equipment, budgets, deliveries and supplies. Outstanding supervisory and communication skills with expertise in completing production assignments according to established guidelines.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Lead
Danone NA
Dallas, TX
11.2022 - Current
- Coordinated production schedules and assigned tasks to employees.
- Monitored the quality of products during production process.
- Ensured safety regulations were followed by all staff members.
- Maintained an accurate inventory of raw materials and supplies. Daily schedules.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on equipment and machinery. Assist MX during maintenance calls.
- Provided guidance and support to subordinates in their daily activities.
- Developed strategies for improving efficiency, productivity, and cost-effectiveness in the production line.
- Identified areas of improvement and implemented changes accordingly.
- Conducted performance reviews with team members to ensure goals are being met.
- Tracked progress against objectives and reported regularly on progress made.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members when necessary.
- Controlled daily task CIL's by ensuring that workers are working efficiently.
- Prepared reports on production metrics such as output, waste, cost.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure smooth operations. Sufficiently staffed.
- Assisted in training new personnel in the use of tools and equipment, size change, CIP/SIP protocols. Chemical uses, proper PPE, Transportation from and to lines.
- Investigated Quality complaints regarding damaged product, quality or defects.
- Suggested process improvements based on analysis of existing processes.
- Worked closely with management team to develop long-term plans for growth.
- Checked machinery operation visually, addressed issues by performing minor maintenance and escalated serious problems to management or maintenance personnel.
- Trained, mentored and inspired 14 line workers in safe operation of assembly line equipment and mastered and modeled diverse production operations to support team.
- Identified and supported MX with daily PM's and regular ware and tare.
- Executed and coordinated employee training to meet quality requirements.
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load area's, overhead jams, line setup.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
- Hand-assembled needed parts with bolts and screws. CIP/SIP's. Change overs.
Process Associate
Danone NA
Dallas, TX
11.2021 - Current
- Performed daily maintenance on equipment such as lubrication, cleaning, and minor repairs during CIP's.
- Calibrated scales and other measurement devices for accuracy when batching.
- Maintained records of all ingredients used in each batch SAP, batch sheets.
- Ensured that all safety procedures were followed during the batching process.
- Followed company policies and procedures when handling hazardous chemicals or substances.
- Conducted regular inspections of finished product to check for quality control issues.
- Reported any discrepancies with raw materials or finished product to supervisor immediately.
- Performed troubleshooting on machines when necessary to fix malfunctions during batching. CIP's ext.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to move supplies around the facility as needed.
- Cleaned mixing tanks, pumps, pipes, hoses, valves, filters, screens. after each batch was completed.
- Disposed of waste material according to company policy and environmental regulations.
- Communicated effectively with team members regarding production goals and updates.
- Used knives, scales, wrappers, compactors, garbage disposals, pallet jack and hand trucks.
- Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
- Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Measured and weighed items to meet quality standards and prevent waste.
- Hand-assembled needed parts with bolts and screws.
- Separated products according to weight, grade and size of material to produce final product.
- Sorted product components on work tables to maintain maximum organization and productivity.
- Measured and graded batches of raw materials to feed into production machinery.
Production Worker
Danone NA
Dallas, TX
01.2018 - Current
- Operated forklift to move materials and finished products within warehouse.
- Inspected equipment and regular maintenance.
- Inspected product quality prior to packaging and shipment.
- Assisted in setting up production lines for manufacturing processes.
- Maintained inventory of raw materials, tools, parts, supplies, and finished goods.
- Performed minor repairs on machinery as needed.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machines and equipment.
- Monitored production line operations to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
- Troubleshot technical issues, assisted MX with PM's
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on all machinery used in the production line.
- Cleaned up work area at end of shift to maintain safe working environment.
- Ensured proper labeling of completed products before moving to logistics.
- Communicated with team members regarding tasks assigned during shift.
- Set up and operated production equipment according to daily work orders and safety procedures.
- Examined final products for conformance with quality and design standards.
- Moved items between machines, conveyors and transport equipment to meet production needs.
- Set up and operated production machinery according to company's specific standards and protocols, Size change, CIP/SIP.
- Attended regular training sessions to increase machine operating skills, Size change ext.
- Recorded inspections during and after production.
- Followed daily preventive maintenance schedule for cleaning and lubricating machinery.
- Calibrated machines to adhere to quality standards and maintain required productivity levels.
- Prepared areas, CIP/SIP, Daily CIL's.
- Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
- Met or exceeded target for production gallons.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
Logistics Associate
WhiteWave
Dallas, TX
09.2016 - Current
- Assisted in the coordination of shipments, ensuring all documentation was accurate and up to date.
- Organized and maintained records of inventory levels, deliveries, and orders.
- Verified accuracy of incoming and outgoing shipments against bills of lading.
- Ensured proper storage of materials according to company regulations.
- Performed regular cycle counts to ensure accurate inventory management.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo from trucks using forklift equipment safely and efficiently.
- Assisted in training new employees on logistics procedures and policies.
- Stayed informed of logistics technology advances to apply appropriate solutions and improve processes.
Shipping and Receiving Associate
Gruma Corporation - Mission Foods
Dallas, TX
09.2015 - 09.2016
- Prepared outbound shipments for delivery by selecting appropriate packages and labeling with required information.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks using a forklift or pallet jack in a safe manner.
- Inspected products to ensure they met quality standards prior to shipment.
- Maintained accurate records of received goods and shipped orders in computerized inventory system.
- Monitored stock levels on an ongoing basis to anticipate future needs for ordering purposes.
- Processed damaged goods upon receipt for return or exchange according to company policies.
- Picked materials from warehouse shelves based on customer orders for shipment preparation.
- Utilized RF scanners for inventory control processes.
- Organized warehouse space for efficient storage of goods.
- Followed all safety regulations when handling hazardous materials during the shipping and receiving process.
- Assisted in the development of procedures related to shipping and receiving operations.
- Received and verified incoming shipments to ensure accuracy of order quantities and product types.
- Verified shipping documents, such as bills of lading, packing slips, invoices and purchase orders.
- Operated forklifts, hand trucks, or other equipment to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Maintained inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
- Organized deliveries by sorting and stocking receivables
- Directed warehouse team in stocking merchandise, pulling orders and setting up loads.
Warehouse Operations Supervisor
Micro Solutions Enterprises Mse
Van Nuys, CA
01.2014 - 08.2015
- Ensured appropriate staffing levels to meet production demands.
- Maintained and updated inventory records accurately.
- Monitored warehouse operations to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures for the warehouse team.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of materials.
- Directed receiving, warehousing, distribution and maintenance services.
- Supervised loading and unloading of materials from incoming trucks.
- Provided leadership to motivate staff members to achieve performance goals.
- Performed regular inspections of equipment, facilities, and personnel safety practices.
- Assisted with scheduling shipments and deliveries according to customer requirements.
- Managed daily cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory levels at all times.
- Enforced company policies related to employee conduct in the workplace.
- Conducted training sessions for new employees on proper use of equipment and safety protocols.
- Addressed any problems that may arise during day-to-day operations in a timely manner.
- Worked additional hours and shifts to meet tight deadlines during peak periods.
- Enforced strict safety procedures and protocols through successful management of warehouse team members.
- Developed weekly schedules for warehouse employees.
- Monitored processing equipment and machinery for proper start-up, operation and shut down.
- Hired, trained and motivated warehouse staff to meet tight schedules and demanding performance targets.
Shipping and Receiving Lead
Micro Solutions Enterprises Mse
Van Nuys, CA
02.2007 - 01.2014
- Performed daily shipping and receiving duties, including verifying items received against invoices or packing slips.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of goods.
- Supervised and trained personnel in the proper use of shipping and receiving equipment and procedures.
- Maintained daily operator scheduling, Expatiation for daily efficiency's.
- Created detailed reports regarding inventory levels, shipment tracking information, and other relevant data.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations while handling hazardous materials.
- Developed strategies to improve overall efficiency of shipping and receiving processes.
- Monitored stock levels and replenished as needed to meet customer demands.
- Managed warehouse operations by organizing workflow, delegating tasks, and ensuring accuracy of product labeling.
- Scheduled pick-ups and deliveries with carriers in a timely manner.
- Implemented new policies related to shipping and receiving procedures.
- Maintained high standards of quality control throughout the entire shipping and receiving process.
- Operated lift and hand trucks to transfer materials to and from target areas.
- Prepared work orders, bills of lading or shipping orders to route materials.
Shipping and Receiving Associate
Micro Solutions Enterprises Mse
Van Nuys, CA
01.2006 - 02.2007
- Verified accuracy of incoming and outgoing shipments against purchase orders, invoices, bills of lading and other records.
- Organized warehouse inventory by item, type, size or product code.
- Assembled shipping containers with packing materials and products according to customer specifications.
- Unloaded trucks using pallet jacks, dollies and hand carts.
- Performed regular cycle counts of inventory to ensure accurate stock levels.
- Stacked finished goods in designated areas within the warehouse.
- Inspected packages for proper labeling prior to loading onto conveyor belts for shipment.
- Received incoming shipments from vendors and inspected contents for quality assurance purposes.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment by adhering to all safety protocols and procedures.
- Reported any damaged or defective items to supervisor immediately upon discovery.
- Prepared outgoing shipments by selecting appropriate packaging materials based on size, weight, fragility and destination of package.
- Operated shrink-wrap machines to secure products for shipment.
- Assembled finished product for shipment by packing, crating, loading and securing items.
Production Worker
Budweiser
Van Nuys, CA
01.2004 - 11.2005
- Operated forklift to move materials and finished products within warehouse.
- Loaded and unloaded delivery trucks with pallet jacks and hand carts.
- Inspected product quality prior to packaging and shipment.
- Assisted in setting up production lines for manufacturing processes.
- Maintained inventory of raw materials, tools, parts, supplies, and finished goods.
- Performed minor repairs on machinery as needed.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machines and equipment.
- Monitored production line operations to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
- Troubleshot technical issues that arose during assembly process.
- Identified defective parts or components and removed them from production line.
- Cleaned up work area at end of shift to maintain safe working environment.
- Provided assistance in loading and unloading containers onto trailers for transport.
- Communicated with team members regarding tasks assigned during shift.
Landscaper
Jose Hernandez CO.
Panorama City, CA
09.2002 - 01.2004
- Maintained and operated lawn care equipment such as mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and hedge clippers.
- Cultivated soil by using rakes, shovels, hoes, trowels or other tools.
- Transported plants, turf and other materials to designated areas for installation.
- Pruned trees, shrubs, hedges, bushes and vines to enhance their growth patterns.
- Assisted in building decks and patios to create outdoor living spaces.
- Used aerial lifts to reach higher elevations while performing trimming tasks.
- Ensured proper disposal of all waste generated from job sites.
- Cut and trimmed lawns using power mowers and edgers.
Construction Worker
John & Sons
San Fernando, CA
08.2001 - 08.2002
- Maintained and organized painting supplies such as brushes, rollers, drop cloths, ladders, caulking guns, tape measures and sanders.
- Cleaned walls to ensure proper adherence of paint.
- Mixed paints to achieve desired colors and textures.
- Applied coats of primer or sealer prior to finish coats.
- Repaired cracks and holes in surfaces with putty or spackle.
- Prepared surfaces by washing, scraping, sanding and patching imperfections.
- Measured and cut wood for window frames, door frames and moldings.
- Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.
- Cleaned and properly stored paint equipment and supplies at end of each workday.
- Completed diverse repairs on commercial and residential buildings and equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Valley High School
Van Nuys, CA06-1999
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Pierce College
Woodland Hills, CASkills
- Leader
- Fast Learner, Catch on Quickly
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Troubleshooting and diagnosis
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Production line supervision
- Production Scheduling
- Quality Control
- Health and safety compliance
- Diagram Reading
- Troubleshooting
- Team Coordination
- Manufacturing
- Assembly and production
- Training needs assessment
- Equipment Operation
- Operations Support
- Logistics
- Manufacturing Processes
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- 5S methodology
- Safety Rules Enforcement
- Trainer
- CIP/SIP inclined
Timeline
Production Lead
Danone NA
11.2022 - Current
Process Associate
Danone NA
11.2021 - Current
Production Worker
Danone NA
01.2018 - Current
Logistics Associate
WhiteWave
09.2016 - Current
Shipping and Receiving Associate
Gruma Corporation - Mission Foods
09.2015 - 09.2016
Warehouse Operations Supervisor
Micro Solutions Enterprises Mse
01.2014 - 08.2015
Shipping and Receiving Lead
Micro Solutions Enterprises Mse
02.2007 - 01.2014
Shipping and Receiving Associate
Micro Solutions Enterprises Mse
01.2006 - 02.2007
Production Worker
Budweiser
01.2004 - 11.2005
Landscaper
Jose Hernandez CO.
09.2002 - 01.2004
Construction Worker
John & Sons
08.2001 - 08.2002
High School Diploma -
Valley High School
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Pierce College
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