Ricky Rife
Owensboro,KY
Summary
Dynamic Industrial Supervisor at PSSI with a proven track record in operations management and team leadership. manufacturing practices, enhancing productivity and reducing costs. Skilled in health and safety compliance, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and open communication, resulting in increased employee retention and operational efficiency.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Supervisor
Pssi
Owensboro, KY
01.2017 - Current
- Performed routine audits on industrial processes to verify adherence to internal policies and industry regulations.
- Collaborated with sales teams to develop customer-focused strategies that drove revenue growth in key markets.
- Established clear performance metrics to track progress towards goals and ensure accountability among team members.
- Coordinated inventory management systems that optimized storage space usage while maintaining adequate stock levels for production needs.
- Fostered a positive work culture that promoted teamwork, open communication, and continuous learning among employees.
- Managed budgets, forecasting, and cost control measures to maintain financial stability for the company.
- Invested in employee development through offering opportunities for skill enhancement and career progression, resulting in higher retention rates.
- Increased overall productivity through effective collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Led continuous improvement initiatives, identifying areas for growth and driving organizational change for better results.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by optimizing scheduling and logistics.
- Reduced operational costs through effective resource allocation and waste management.
- Championed lean manufacturing practices, eliminating wasteful activities to improve overall efficiency within the facility.
- Oversaw facility maintenance, ensuring optimal performance of equipment and machinery while minimizing downtime.
- Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
- Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
- Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.
- Enforced health and safety protocols to promote safe working environment.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocking schedules to avoid production delays from unavailable materials.
- Oversaw routine maintenance programs and scheduled service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels.
- Updated logs and submitted timely reports detailing activities in line with regulatory standards.
- Checked meters and interpreted readings to assess functionality of gas retrieval systems.
Site Manger
PSSI Sanitation
St Louis, MO
12.2024 - 2025
- Conducted regular site meetings with team members, fostering open communication channels for efficient problem-solving and progress updates.
- Reduced safety incidents by conducting regular site inspections and enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication of project updates and prompt resolution of concerns or issues.
- Interviewed, hired, and trained new workers.
- Resolved issues between employees and customers using company policies.
- Kept sites compliant with OSHA, state, and local regulations to prevent unnecessary risks.
- Assumed responsibility for personnel deployed to work site.
- Oversaw all daily office operations and equipment maintenance.
- Complied with safe operating practices and assessed operational procedures against best practices.
- Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments to proactively address potential issues before they escalated into costly problems.
- Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll, and ordered new materials for sites.
- Coordinated training programs for new hires, ensuring all team members were knowledgeable about company policies, safety practices, and job-specific skills.
- Monitored, coached, and supervised team of Number employees in year.
- Implemented cost-saving measures, identifying areas for improvement in material procurement and labor utilization.
- Inspected cleanliness of common areas and offices.
- Improved team productivity with targeted coaching and performance monitoring.
- Oversaw resolution of construction challenges, applying technical expertise and creative problem-solving skills.
- Managed site logistics to minimize disruptions and maintain clean and safe work environment.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and repairing issues with machinery, electrical systems, and facility infrastructure.
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and scheduling routine inspections.
- Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues, and reducing downtime.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of maintenance staff to identify strengths, areas for improvement, and opportunities for growth within the organization.
Education
Diploma
Magoffin Co High
Salyersville, KY05.2001
Skills
- Manufacturing technologies
- Health and safety compliance
- Operations management
- Facility management
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Troubleshooting skills
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Production problem resolution
- Industrial safety
- Forklift operation
- Inventory control programs
- Maintenance planning
- Equipment operation
- Product quality assurance
- Self motivation
- Manufacturing operations
- Plant maintenance
- Maintenance scheduling
- Technical understanding
Builder
Enjoy building things and working on things
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Site Manger
PSSI Sanitation
12.2024 - 2025
Industrial Supervisor
Pssi
01.2017 - Current
Diploma
Magoffin Co High