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Steve Edwards

Summary

Production management professional knowledgeable about allocating resources, optimizing production and increasing output with hands-on and dedicated approach. Articulate and professional problem-solver with good relationship-building abilities. Proficient in planning and implementing innovative production strategies.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Manager

Stemilt Growers, LLC
02.2021 - Current
  • Oversee 420 employees and 5.6 million packed boxes of Apples, Pears, and Cherries.
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.

Procurement Sr. Manager

Stemilt Growers, LLC
11.2011 - 02.2021
  • Manage purchasing of $40 million dollars of goods.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers to obtain favorable terms and pricing.
  • Managed supply chain process, from order placement to delivery, to facilitate on-time and accurate fulfillment.
  • Resolved invoice and payment issues to facilitate prompt payment to suppliers.

Counter Sales and Inventory Lead

North Coast Electric
06.2008 - 10.2011
  • Completed physical inventory counts each month
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.

Line Worker

Custom Fruit
01.2001 - 01.2008
  • Learned valuable lessons of dedication and hard work.
  • Paid for college tuition.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Recreation and Tourism

Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA
05.2008

High School Diploma -

Eastmont High School
East Wenatchee, WA
06.2003

Skills

    • Mapping Metrics Expertise
    • KPI Tracking
    • Analytical
    • Planning and Forecasting
    • Strong Negotiation Skills
    • Organizational Culture Oriented
      • Inventory Management
      • Food Safety and Safety Mindset
      • Material Handling Expertise
      • Health and Safety Compliance
      • Planned Equipment Constraints
      • Kaizen & Gemba Focused

Leadership

Stemilt Community Investment Board Member

TKM Memorial Golf Tournament Board Member

Responsible Choice Committee Member 2011-2023

President for Summerhill HOA 2015-2016,

High school Captain of Football and Track Team

References

References available upon request

Timeline

Production Manager

Stemilt Growers, LLC
02.2021 - Current

Procurement Sr. Manager

Stemilt Growers, LLC
11.2011 - 02.2021

Counter Sales and Inventory Lead

North Coast Electric
06.2008 - 10.2011

Line Worker

Custom Fruit
01.2001 - 01.2008

Bachelor of Science - Recreation and Tourism

Central Washington University

High School Diploma -

Eastmont High School

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