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Raymond Dever

Grand Rapids,MI

Summary

Multi-talented professional knowledgeable about equipment operation, quality standards and safety hazards. Steps easily into any production position and works hands-on with team members in need of improvement. Versed in documentation, compliance and scheduling.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Production Supervisor

Haviland Products
Grand Rapids, MI
01.2023 - 03.2024
  • Trained new staff on production processes and procedures.
  • Monitored inventory levels and ordered materials as needed to maintain production operations.
  • Performed regular quality checks throughout the production process to ensure customer specifications were met.

Production Operator II

HB Fuller
Grand Rapids, MI
07.2017 - 12.2022
  • Followed detailed instructions for operating complex manufacturing equipment in a safe manner.
  • Operated heavy machinery such as forklifts, pallet jacks, cranes. to move materials around the facility safely.
  • Monitored inventory levels and notified appropriate personnel when restocking was needed.

Sanitation Supervisor

Quincy Compressor
Holland, MI
03.2015 - 06.2017
  • Developed and maintained a comprehensive sanitation program, including training employees on proper cleaning techniques.
  • Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of supplies needed for effective sanitation operations.
  • Ensured all equipment was properly cleaned, sanitized, inspected, and stored according to company policies.

Production Supervisor

Roskam Baking
Grand Rapids, MI
06.2011 - 03.2015
  • Supervised a team of 20+ employees, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently and accurately.
  • Developed comprehensive training programs for new hires in order to increase productivity.
  • Delegated tasks to employees and monitored accurate and timely completion of tasks to meet project milestones.

Shift Supervisor

Hansen/Balk Steel Treatment
Grand Rapids, MI
08.1999 - 06.2011
  • Addressed any issues that arose during the shift in a proactive manner.
  • Provided on-the-job training to new staff members.
  • Identified areas of improvement within the department and implemented necessary changes.

Retail Store Manager

Target
Portage, MI
11.1989 - 07.1999
  • Recruited, trained and managed a team of 20+ employees.
  • Monitored employee performance and provided feedback on a regular basis.
  • Conducted regular inventory counts throughout the year to maintain accurate records.
  • Supervised daily operations of the retail store, including staff scheduling, inventory management and customer service.

Education

Associate of Science - Accounting

Indiana University - Purdue University Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, IN

Skills

  • Training and mentoring
  • Production and processing
  • Materials Handling
  • Equipment Operation
  • Inventory Management
  • Operations Management
  • Process Improvement

Certification

  • PIT permit - current
  • Certified Hi-lo Trainer - 2008 to 2011
  • First aid CPR AED certified - 2018 to 2020

Timeline

Production Supervisor

Haviland Products
01.2023 - 03.2024

Production Operator II

HB Fuller
07.2017 - 12.2022

Sanitation Supervisor

Quincy Compressor
03.2015 - 06.2017

Production Supervisor

Roskam Baking
06.2011 - 03.2015

Shift Supervisor

Hansen/Balk Steel Treatment
08.1999 - 06.2011

Retail Store Manager

Target
11.1989 - 07.1999

Associate of Science - Accounting

Indiana University - Purdue University Fort Wayne
  • PIT permit - current
  • Certified Hi-lo Trainer - 2008 to 2011
  • First aid CPR AED certified - 2018 to 2020
Raymond Dever