Spencer Elbers
Woodbridge,VA
Summary
Experienced Plant Manager adept at improving output, maximizing quality and boosting employee satisfaction with hands-on management style. Recognized as effective business manager and motivational leader. Successful manufacturing management career spanning 4 years. Served 8+ years active duty in U.S. Airforce.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Manager
Sika
06.2023 - Current
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
Plant Manager
Star Of The West Milling
02.2022 - Current
- Enforced health and safety protocols to promote safe working environment.
- Utilized data analysis tools to identify and resolve production issues.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Optimized processes to maximize efficiency.
- Led, trained and coached plant staff to facilitate high levels of productivity and quality.
Food Safety Coordinator
Star Of The West Milling
05.2021 - 02.2022
- Oversaw shelf-life studies on finished goods on qualifying runs for continuing improvement purposes.
- Identified non-conforming food products and led decision-making process for disposition based on risk to food safety and quality.
- Devised food safety policies and risk-based prevention plans for new products.
- Created safe and healthy work environment throughout plant, adhered to safety policies and procedures and drove safe work behaviors in leadership and front line staff.
Logistics Coordinator
Star Of The West Milling
02.2020 - 05.2021
- Strategized best methods and tactics for efficient storage and handling of materials.
- Coordinated shipments and tracked progress to facilitate timely delivery.
- Identified opportunities for inventory reductions.
- Monitored performance of logistics operations to identify areas for improvement.
Education
Ph.D. - Business Administration And Management
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA2028
Masters In Business Management - Business Management
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MIBachelor Of Arts - Business Administration
Northwood University
Midland, MI12.2021
Skills
- Training Programs
- Schedule Management
- Project Coordination
- Environmental Sustainability
- Production Planning
- Employee Training
- Logistics Coordination
- Regulatory Compliance
- Production and Processing Management
- Plant and Warehouse Operations
- Project Management
Certification
- EHS - Environmental Health and Safety Professional
Timeline
Operations Manager
Sika
06.2023 - Current
Plant Manager
Star Of The West Milling
02.2022 - Current
Food Safety Coordinator
Star Of The West Milling
05.2021 - 02.2022
Logistics Coordinator
Star Of The West Milling
02.2020 - 05.2021
Ph.D. - Business Administration And Management
Liberty University
Masters In Business Management - Business Management
Michigan State University
Bachelor Of Arts - Business Administration
Northwood University
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