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Silas Orbison

Jonesboro,AR

Summary

Hardworking plant supervisor bringing 15+ years of experience performing diverse maintenance and repair duties. Dedicated to maintaining optimal equipment functionality by managing routine and complex equipment and facility matters. Strong knowledge of hand and power tool operation and safety measures.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

Itnolap Pallet & Crating
01.2009 - Current
  • Oversee and manage all daily operations of company functioning, manage warehouse and production, trucking logistics, marketing and sales, develop proposals, communicate with staff and customers, implement procedures to reduce costs and maximize efficiency, oversee warehouse staff, and maintain compliance.
  • Reduced downtime through effective troubleshooting and timely repair of mechanical systems.
  • Optimized work schedules to minimize disruption to production while still addressing critical maintenance needs.

Plant Manager

Itnolap Pallet & Crating
01.2006 - 01.2009
  • Manage daily operations of plant production and distribution, enforce company policies, maintain compliance with safety standards, manage productivity and budget, perform routine and preventative maintenance, and conduct sales calls.
  • Identified and resolved process and equipment issues to minimize production downtime.
  • Balanced labor needs with production schedules to optimize workforce utilization while maintaining output targets.
  • Streamlined supply chain operations, reducing lead times and improving inventory management.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to design new crates, resulting in increased customer production capacity.

Office Manager

Itnolap Pallet & Crating
01.2005 - 01.2006
  • Performed all administrative duties including payroll, invoicing, customer service, maintained workspace cleanliness, ordered supplies, and managed filing.

Education

B.A. - History

Harding University
Searcy, AR
05.2003

Skills

  • Problem Resolution
  • Mechanical Aptitude
  • Troubleshooting expertise
  • Emergency Response
  • Operations Management
  • Process Improvements
  • Skilled Maintenance and Repair
  • Facilities Maintenance
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Equipment operation
  • Equipment Troubleshooting
  • Supply Coordination

Professionalcharacteristics


  • Innovative ability to maximize production/efficiency while reducing operating costs
  • Highly motivated, excellent communication and critical thinking skills
  • Confident team leader, requires minimal supervision, team oriented, and able to delegate tasks

Timeline

General Manager

Itnolap Pallet & Crating
01.2009 - Current

Plant Manager

Itnolap Pallet & Crating
01.2006 - 01.2009

Office Manager

Itnolap Pallet & Crating
01.2005 - 01.2006

B.A. - History

Harding University
Silas Orbison