KEYONTAE SHANDS
Fountain Inn,United States
Summary
Results-driven production management expert with extensive experience in enhancing product quality within fast-paced environments. Proven track record of optimizing production line efficiency while upholding stringent safety standards. Proficient in SAP, forklift operations, and quality control, with strong aptitude for managing inventory and packaging processes. Committed to driving operational excellence and fostering team success through critical thinking, multitasking capabilities, and effective collaboration with vendors, customers, and team members to meet demanding schedules.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shuttle Driver
Road & Rail
09.2025 - Current
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Greeted customers with friendliness and professionalism, engaging in conversation to build rapport.
- Provided information about routes, destinations and timelines to inform passengers.
- Accepted and processed fares.
- Promoted to lead driver within first year of employment, recognizing dedication to service excellence and leadership qualities.
- Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the shuttle van to ensure it is in good working condition. Report any issues or maintenance needs promptly.
- Follow all safety and traffic regulations, including seatbelt use, speed limits, and other local driving laws.
- Ensure the van is stocked with necessary supplies, such as water, maps, and promotional materials.
Security Escort Lead
OCONUS, KBR
07.2024 - 08.2025
- Led the escorting of un-cleared personnel into secured areas, ensuring compliance with security protocols and maintaining vigilance over activities.
- Implemented rigorous logging and monitoring practices, enhancing accountability and reducing security risks associated with the ingress and egress of Local National (LN) and Other Country National (OCN) contractors.
- Collaborated with Force Protection military personnel to maintain operational security, ensuring the thorough purging of work zones post-operations.
- Enforced base policies rigorously, preventing the introduction of contraband and upholding safety and security standards.
- Utilized advanced communication skills to deescalate potential conflicts, fostering a professional environment and ensuring efficient operations.
Logistics Specialist
PLASTIC OMNIUM
11.2023 - 07.2024
- Successfully coordinated the preparation, packaging, and transportation of materials, optimizing logistical processes and reducing shipping delays.
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by accurately retrieving and delivering materials, supporting uninterrupted production flow.
- Ensured product accuracy through meticulous verification and labeling, contributing to high-quality production standards.
- Streamlined inventory management by staging materials for cycle counting and utilizing forklifts efficiently, resulting in improved stock accuracy.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, assisting supervisors with operational tasks to ensure seamless production operations.
- Implemented robust tracking systems for equipment repairs, enhancing inventory accuracy and reducing equipment downtime.
- Facilitated effective shipping by adhering to stringent standards, improving delivery reliability and customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with external logistics partners to achieve program objectives, strengthening international shipping capabilities.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
Production Operator
H.B. FULLER
09.2022 - 11.2023
- Efficiently prepared raw materials and packaging, ensuring accurate quantities were transported to the production area to meet operational demands.
- Operated processing equipment with precision, adhering to strict process instructions to maintain product quality and consistency.
- Conducted initial product testing to ensure compliance with release standards, contributing to high-quality production outputs.
- Verified labels and packaging materials rigorously, ensuring alignment with quality guidelines and regulatory standards.
- Maintained a safe and clean work environment, consistently adhering to EHS regulations and company policies to promote safety.
Packaging Operator
HENKEL
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Operated production equipment, implementing precise adjustments to enhance efficiency and product quality, reducing waste significantly.
- Led quality control measures to identify and eliminate defective products, improving overall product reliability and customer satisfaction.
- Documented meticulous production records, facilitating data-driven decision-making that drove operational improvements and cost reductions.
- Ensured compliance with rigorous labeling and packaging standards, streamlining transportation and enhancing regulatory adherence.
- Collaborated cross-functionally to drive process improvements, contributing to enhanced productivity and operational cost savings.
- Trained new employees effectively, fostering a culture of safety and efficiency and enhancing team capabilities.
Material Handler / Machine Operator
FEHRER AUTOMOTIVE
02.2018 - 08.2020
- Monitored production lines effectively, ensuring workflow efficiency by promptly addressing component shortages.
- Operated pallet jacks skillfully, transporting materials safely and efficiently within production areas.
- Utilized computerized systems to manage material requests, ensuring the production line remained stocked and operational.
- Implemented 5S principles to maintain a clean and organized workplace, promoting safety and efficiency.
- Verified parts accuracy rigorously, ensuring assembly processes met quality standards and operational excellence.
- Selected components strategically prior to assembly, minimizing errors and enhancing production speed and precision.
Machine Operator
ROCHLING AUTOMOTIVE
06.2017 - 10.2018
- Maintained a clean and organized operations area, adhering to 5S principles to enhance operational efficiency and safety.
- Diagnosed production line issues proactively, implementing timely solutions to minimize downtime and optimize productivity.
- Packaged products meticulously, ensuring compliance with shipping standards and optimizing space utilization to reduce costs.
- Performed inventory counts accurately, collaborating with logistics teams to manage stock levels effectively and ensure timely material availability.
- Trained operators on machine protocols and safety procedures, enhancing workforce knowledge and operational efficiency.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
LAURENS HIGH SCHOOL
05.2017
Skills
- Production Management Expert
- Dependable Expert
- Flexible Expert
- Forklift Operator Expert
- SAP Expert
- Critical Thinker Expert
- Security Escort Expert
- Production Line Efficiency Expert
- Safety Standards Expert
- Production Packaging Expert
- Quality Control Expert
- Inventory Control Expert
- Multi-tasking Expert
- Forklift operator certification
- Safety awareness
- Warehouse safety
Certification
- Level I Antiterrorism Awareness
- J3TA-US1328-C CTIP DoD Acquisition Course
- Kuwait in Perspective
- Phishing and Social Engineering
- Virtual Communication Awareness v5.0
- Developed proficiency in virtual communication strategies.
- Kuwaiti Cultural Orientation
- Understood key elements of Kuwaiti cultural practices.
- Cyber Security Awareness
- Strengthened cybersecurity awareness and practices.
Timeline
Shuttle Driver
Road & Rail
09.2025 - Current
Security Escort Lead
OCONUS, KBR
07.2024 - 08.2025
Logistics Specialist
PLASTIC OMNIUM
11.2023 - 07.2024
Production Operator
H.B. FULLER
09.2022 - 11.2023
Packaging Operator
HENKEL
08.2020 - 08.2022
Material Handler / Machine Operator
FEHRER AUTOMOTIVE
02.2018 - 08.2020
Machine Operator
ROCHLING AUTOMOTIVE
06.2017 - 10.2018
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
LAURENS HIGH SCHOOL