Payton Patterson
Salem,OH
Summary
Relocating to the Bradenton-Sarasota area within the next few months. Experienced Production Supervisor looking for a new career where I can bring my experience in managing teams, motivating employees, and hitting production goals. Committed to growing, learning, and doing quality work while contributing reliable, and creative support. In addition to the listed experience, there is also a background in newspaper work, on-air radio, and coaching. Proficient in comprehension of and conversant in Spanish.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
Biery cheese
Louisville, Ohio
05.2025 - Current
- Improved daily cheese stick production by 1500 lbs in my first two months.
- Communicated with HR and safety managers to ensure a mentally and physically safe workspace for all employees.
- Captured slicer settings, and created informational binders for leads and operators.
- Earned certification in Motivating Employees from Kent State University.
Warehouse Lead
ABL Wholesale
Columbiana, Ohio
11.2024 - 05.2025
- Supervised a team of 15 employees, providing guidance and support to ensure an efficient workflow.
- Reviewed production schedule, customer orders, work orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered or distributed.
- Developed processes for training new staff members on safety protocols and proper use of equipment.
Production Supervisor
Sugardale Freshmark
Salem, Ohio
10.2020 - 10.2024
- Managed and supervised over 100 employees across three departments while tackling daily tasks.
- Conducted quality checks on products to maintain consistency and standards.
- Improved a department of 10-12 employees to 16-20 which resulted in consistently hitting production numbers.
- Created a training program across all departments, resulting in a 5% increase in retention.
- Collaborated with maintenance to ensure minimal downtime on equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Thiel College
Greenville, PA05-2018
High School Diploma -
East Palestine High School
East Palestine, OH05-2014
Some College (No Degree) - Journalism
Muskingum University
New Concord, OHSkills
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
- Employee motivation
- Internal communications
- Production management
- Public speaking
- Staff training
- Team collaboration
- Team leadership
- Verbal and written communication
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Biery cheese
05.2025 - Current
Warehouse Lead
ABL Wholesale
11.2024 - 05.2025
Production Supervisor
Sugardale Freshmark
10.2020 - 10.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Thiel College
High School Diploma -
East Palestine High School
Some College (No Degree) - Journalism
Muskingum University