Hi, I’m
Richard (Dicky) Shipman
Fayetteville, AR,AR
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Tyson Foods, Inc., adept in driving operational excellence and fostering team collaboration. Leveraged expertise in strategic planning and problem-solving to enhance plant efficiency and employee productivity. Achieved significant cost savings through innovative process improvements, demonstrating exceptional decision-making and interpersonal skills.
Worked through a plant startup at Pine Bluff, AR.
Scheduled production for 6 plants.
Managed 2 plants, Bloomer, AR and Russellville, AR.
Complex manager of several plants at same time.
Worked as a mentor for several locations
Spent a year in China for a new plant startup.
Ran several plants at one time, as a plant or Complex manager.
Overview
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Tyson Foods, Inc.Several in Arkansas & China.
Manager, Supply Chain, Plant Operations Manager
09.1984 - 09.2015
Job overview
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Swift & Company (meat Sales)Fayetteville, AR
Superintendent of Plant
09.1974 - 01.2003
Job overview
- Promoted a culture of teamwork among employees by fostering open communication channels, encouraging collaboration, and providing opportunities for growth within the organization.
- Performed line checks to assess quality of materials, parts and final products.
- Managed change effectively by proactively communicating with employees about upcoming modifications to processes or policies, fostering a positive environment receptive to ongoing evolution and growth.
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure smooth daily operations and timely completion of tasks.
- Collaborated with vendors to keep adequate supplies for production operations.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules to keep plant running at optimal levels.
- Evaluated performance metrics regularly, identifying areas for improvement in both individual worker output and overall plant efficiency.
- Monitored production quality with rigorous inspection procedures, ensuring consistent product output that met company standards.
- Implemented cost reduction measures through strategic sourcing of materials and efficient resource allocation.
- Led continuous improvement initiatives that resulted in enhanced operational excellence and cost savings across multiple departments within the plant facility.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to design and implement custom solutions for unique plant requirements.
- Streamlined inventory management with organized systems that minimized waste and optimized storage capacity.
- Maintained safety and compliance of all operations.
- Developed robust maintenance schedules, resulting in reduced downtime and increased productivity.
- Provided employee training programs focused on skill development, promoting a knowledgeable workforce capable of handling diverse tasks within the plant environment.
- Coordinated emergency response plans effectively addressing potential hazards and ensuring the welfare of all plant personnel during unexpected incidents.
- Enhanced safety protocols for overall workforce protection and reduced accidents on the job.
- Championed energy conservation measures within the facility, resulting in reduced utility costs and a smaller carbon footprint for the organization as a whole.
- Contributed to financial success by developing annual budgets based on projected sales forecasts along with corresponding expense controls designed to optimize profitability margins over time.
- Established strong relationships with vendors to negotiate favorable pricing structures and secure high-quality raw materials for production needs.
- Improved plant efficiency by implementing streamlined production processes and optimizing equipment usage.
- Implemented lean manufacturing principles throughout production processes, eliminating non-value-added activities while maximizing efficiency levels without sacrificing quality output standards.
- Managed production scheduling and kept team on-task to meet all deadlines.
- Oversaw capital expenditure projects related to infrastructure improvements or equipment upgrades to maintain a state-of-the-art facility competitive within the industry landscape.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable environmental regulations through diligent monitoring, reporting, and corrective action where necessary.
- Supervised day-to-day functions of plant.
- Coached employees on company standards and efficiency.
- Monitored safety practices and made changes or recommendations.
- Implemented organizational systems to maximize plant efficiency.
- Scheduled deliveries, employee shifts and equipment maintenance.
- Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.
- Monitored compliance with plant procedures, safety, and sanitation protocols as well as government regulation.
- Managed and monitored processes and machine systems by observing readings on control boards.
- Suggested specific ideas for process, productivity and safety improvements.
- Placed orders for materials and equipment with vendors.
- Operated and controlled Type, Type and Type equipment.
- Analyzed and inspected operating units such as towers, storage tanks and other units to check operation and improve efficiency.
- Compiled reports analyzing performance data and presented findings and results.
- Assessed readings from recording instruments, Type and other indicators and watched for warning signals.
- Checked quality of Product or Service by frequent chemical analysis.
- Verified conformity of processes and conditions for Type systems.
- Managed operation of boilers, pumps and Type systems.
- Controlled manufacturing plant operations using SCADA software.
- Adjusted control settings to manage chemical reactions, Type and Type settings.
- Observed indicators to determine factors such as Type and Type.
Education
Arkansas Tech & University of Central Arkansas Con
Bachelor Of Science from PE & Biology
05.1976
Skills
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Complex Problem-solving
- Verbal and written communication
- Staff training and development
- Staff management
- Task delegation
- Goal setting
- Documentation and reporting
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Operations management
- Project management
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Project planning
- Customer relationship management (CRM)
- Performance management
- Staff development
- Shift scheduling
- Sales techniques
- Policy implementation
- Conflict resolution
- Schedule preparation
- Sales management
- Workforce management
- Performance evaluations
- Business administration
- Marketing
- Negotiation
- Product management
- Budget control
- Business development
- Business planning
- Key performance indicators
- Financial management
- Expectation setting
- Emergency response
- Expense tracking
- Contract management
- Brand management
- Lead generation
- Salesforce management
- Clear communication
- Safety procedures
- Employee onboarding
- Coaching and mentoring
- Work prioritization
- Policy and procedure development
- Inventory management
- Recruiting and interviewing
- Risk management
- Data analysis
- Partnership development
- Change management
- Vendor management
- Regulatory compliance
- Competitor research
- Stakeholder management
- Trend analysis
- Resource allocation
- Revenue management
- Networking strategies
- Disciplinary techniques
- Cross-functional team management
- Innovation management
- Financial records oversight
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Computer skills
- Effective communication
- Problem resolution
- Positive attitude
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Team development
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Managing operations and efficiency
- Customer relationship management
- Training and development
- Staff training
- Employee coaching and mentoring
- Scheduling and coordinating
- Professional and courteous
- Negotiation and conflict resolution
- MS office
- Good judgment
- Process improvement
- Active listening
- Interpersonal relations
- Schedule management
- Employee development
- Problem-solving aptitude
Accomplishments
I received the ‘Grand Idea Award’ for the most profitable change to a plant operation in 1988.
Timeline
Manager, Supply Chain, Plant Operations Manager
Tyson Foods, Inc.
09.1984 - 09.2015
Superintendent of Plant
Swift & Company (meat Sales)
09.1974 - 01.2003
Arkansas Tech & University of Central Arkansas Con
Bachelor Of Science from PE & Biology
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