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ROBERT TOWNSELL JR

Kansas City,MO

Summary

Detailed Lead Operator with sound knowledge of production procedures. Works effectively in fast-paced and high-speed environments while following standardized work and safety practices. Experienced in pre-operation functions including calibration and job setup.

Oversees warehouse operations to meet continuous internal and customer needs. Well-coordinated and decisive leader with expertise in program management, team building and performance optimization. Solid history of success in developing and maintaining best practices for successful high-volume fulfillment and supply chain management.

Careful employee trained to handle hazardous materials and clean up sites. Highly knowledgeable about PPE and proper disposal methods. Detail-oriented and thorough with every assignment.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Operator

Bayer Crop Science
02.1999 - 01.2024
  • Lead Operator in the K4 formulations plant in which I overlook the process of charging, diluting, troubleshooting and shipping of over 100+ products
  • As a Lead Operator I am currently responsible for supervising, leading, managing, and motivating 8 operators.
  • I am also responsible for warehouse management by shipping and receiving materials as needed using SAP.
  • I am responsible for employees biannual evaluations as well as approving absentees and vacations.
  • It is my job to call in employees as necessary to fill in personnel needs when we are short staffed.

Airman 1st Class

United States Air Force
01.1994 - 01.1997
  • I was in the 509th Supply Squadron
  • I worked as a Hazmat Technician
  • My job was to go around the Air Force Base into different buildings and make sure that their hazardous products were being properly stored and labeled
  • I also was called upon anytime there was a hazardous spill on the base.
  • I was trained in the proper storage, disposal and removal of hazardous products.
  • I served in Saudi Arabia on the Hazmat and Supply team for the base and earned a medal for Operation Desert Shield.
  • I served in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba on the Hazmat and Supply team. I was also in charge of making orders of food and supplies directly to Langley AFB in VA. I earned a medal for Operation Sea Signal.

Education

High school or equivalent - General

Nansemond River High School
Suffolk, VA
06.1993

Skills

  • Teambuilding and Leadership
  • Training and Development
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Time Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • The ability to effectively motivate others
  • Trained in the proper storage, disposal and removal of hazardous products
  • SAP experience 15 years
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Forklift certified
  • Problem solving
  • Typing, Spreadsheets, Word Processing, MS Office, Presentation/Slideshows
  • 5s Trained
  • Kaizen Trained

Timeline

Lead Operator

Bayer Crop Science
02.1999 - 01.2024

Airman 1st Class

United States Air Force
01.1994 - 01.1997

High school or equivalent - General

Nansemond River High School
ROBERT TOWNSELL JR