Rick Sugiura
Emmett,ID
Summary
Dynamic professional with a diverse background in project leadership and profitability enhancement. Proven ability to drive initiatives that deliver fresh insights and innovative solutions, resulting in increased operational efficiency and revenue growth. Committed to leveraging expertise to lead teams and achieve strategic objectives.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
Lactalis American Group Inc.
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Directed the night shift production and sanitation team, ensuring optimal performance and productivity
- Ensured the security of workplace operations and equipment, proactively identifying and mitigating potential toxins and hazardous materials
- Monitored and benchmarked Clean-In-Place (CIP) systems and processes to maintain high standards of cleanliness and efficiency
- Implemented system procedure improvements, resulting in enhanced operational efficiencies and productivity.
Production Supervisor
Darigold
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Led a team of 20+ employees in milk and cream production and receiving operations
- Optimized raw milk processing, pasteurization, standardization, and batching procedures, resulting in increased efficiency
- Streamlined warehouse distribution center shipping processes, enhancing overall productivity
- Spearheaded food safety and industrial safety training initiatives, ensuring compliance with industry standards
- Managed Kronos timecard system and payroll submission, maintaining accurate and timely compensation processes
- Co-chaired plant chemical safety committee, implementing best practices for handling hazardous materials
- Drove continuous improvement in production processes, resulting in increased output and reduction in waste.
Cellar Master
Cinder Wines
01.2012 - 01.2020
- Managed facility maintenance and production processes to ensure efficiency and profitability
- Conducted performance analyses to identify improvement opportunities
- Installed and maintained facility equipment to reduce downtime
- Developed safety and quality compliance programs to enhance employee health and product quality
- Oversaw a team of employees, handling scheduling, policies, and budgets
- Improved resource allocation, leading to cost reductions while maintaining production standards.
Meat Processing Supervisor
Foster Farms
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Ensured product quality by implementing BRC and USDA guidelines
- Enhanced employee productivity by aligning performance with processing requirements
- Chaired the Risk Management committee to promote safer work habits
- Improved workplace safety through targeted training and initiatives.
Cellar Master
Bronco Wine Company
01.2001 - 01.2010
- Coordinated operations across multiple plants, including pricing, sanitation, and processing
- Managed training and scheduling for cellar department staff to optimize workflow
- Achieved a tenfold reduction in employee turnover and minimized wasteful spending through innovative hiring strategies.
Production Superintendent
E&J Gallo Winery
01.1990 - 01.2001
- Collaborated with maintenance, compliance, analytical lab, and HR departments to ensure seamless operations
- Reduced Total Case Incident Rate (TCIR) by implementing behavior risk management and preventive action plans
- Led committees focused on manufacturing improvements and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) implementation
- Spearheaded initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and workplace safety.
Concrete Manufacturing Supervisor
Turlock Concrete
01.1984 - 01.1990
- Coordinated aggregate and concrete deliveries in collaboration with contractors
- Conducted phone sales and maintained strong relationships with contractors
- Managed inventory and supply requirements, ensuring timely procurement from vendors.
Education
Skills
- CWI TIG Welding Certification
- Forklift & Scissor Lift Certification
- FDA Food Processing Sanitation Certification
- WESET Level 1 Certification
- Data Processing
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Problem Solving
- Team Management
- Program Development
- Organizational
- Communication
- Strong Values
- Microbiology of Thermally Processed Foods
- Processing and Packaging Systems
- Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Kronos
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Lactalis American Group Inc.
01.2021 - 01.2023
Production Supervisor
Darigold
01.2020 - 01.2021
Cellar Master
Cinder Wines
01.2012 - 01.2020
Meat Processing Supervisor
Foster Farms
01.2011 - 01.2012
Cellar Master
Bronco Wine Company
01.2001 - 01.2010
Production Superintendent
E&J Gallo Winery
01.1990 - 01.2001
Concrete Manufacturing Supervisor
Turlock Concrete
01.1984 - 01.1990
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