STEVEN MATHIS
Batavia
Summary
Dynamic Warehouse Supervisor with extensive experience at Tyson Foods, excelling in inventory management and safety compliance. Proven track record in training forklift operators and enhancing team performance through effective scheduling and performance evaluations. Adept at implementing 5S methodology to boost operational efficiency and maintain high standards of quality assurance.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Supervisor
Tyson Foods
Cincinnati
01.2021 - Current
- Trained new forklift operators to enhance safety and efficiency.
- Managed scheduling and assignment of work, ensuring optimal productivity.
- Addressed employee complaints and resolved issues promptly to maintain morale.
- Disciplined employees as necessary, enforcing company policies consistently.
- Monitored inventory accuracy, overseeing receiving from both internal and external sources.
- Ensured adherence to FIFO principles for effective inventory management.
- Directed housekeeping efforts in dock area to maintain cleanliness and organization.
- Appraised employee performance regularly to support development and accountability.
Production Supervisor- Prepared Foods
Tyson Food Inc
Cincinnati
08.2019 - 01.2021
- Facilitated problem-solving and developed action plans to achieve KPIs.
- Managed line efficiency to minimize financial losses.
- Monitored time and attendance using UKG software.
- Ensured compliance with GMP, USDA standards, Environmental Control Act, and OSHA regulations.
- Promoted daily safety practices and conducted monthly safety meetings.
- Appraised employee performance, implemented rewards and discipline, and resolved complaints.
- Enforced compliance with all safety protocols and proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Oversaw processing operations while collaborating with supervisors to solve operational challenges.
Production Supervisor- Evisceration
Tyson Food Inc
Monroe
05.2015 - 08.2019
- Checking and verifying daily production orders to ensure fulfillment of customer requirements, accurate shipments, and inventory management.
- Ensuring every position is filled before the start-up of the production line.
- Overseeing team member exercises and job rotation to facilitate ergonomics.
- Ensuring all machinery is performing to the highest standard possible.
- Ensuring all workstations have passed USDA inspection.
- Promoting safety daily and through monthly safety meetings.
Grain Inspector
Cargill
Memphis
08.2008 - 01.2011
- Identify distinction in grain color and grain odor.
- Operate sampling devices and grading tools.
- Maintain records, perform calculations and prepare data.
- Grade commodities.
Teacher Assistance Intern
Promise Academy
Memphis
01.2009 - 05.2009
- Organize plan intellectual activities.
- Creating a classroom environment suitable for learning.
- Encouraging student's enthusiasm for learning.
Education
Logistics - Supply Chain Management
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
Pine Bluff, Arkansas05.2015
Skills
- Forklift operation and training
- Inventory management
- Scheduling and assignments
- Performance evaluation
- Quality assurance
- Safety compliance
- SAP proficiency
- CPR certification
- UKG expertise
- SOP development
- 5S methodology
Volunteer Experience
Volunteer, Mid-South Food Bank, Memphis, Tennessee, seasonal, 11/10-Present, Assists hungry and needy individuals.
Activities
- Fellowship of Christian Athletes, 2011-2013
- Golden Lion Football Team, 2011-2013
- Member, Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences (MANRRS), 2011-Present
Coursework
- Introduction to Agricultural Economics
- Entomology
- Farm Management
- Zoology
- Agriculture Finance
- Livestock Production
- Physical Science
Accomplishments
Tyson Food- Retention Leader spokesman's 2020- reduced the turnover % plant wide
Timeline
Warehouse Supervisor
Tyson Foods
01.2021 - Current
Production Supervisor- Prepared Foods
Tyson Food Inc
08.2019 - 01.2021
Production Supervisor- Evisceration
Tyson Food Inc
05.2015 - 08.2019
Teacher Assistance Intern
Promise Academy
01.2009 - 05.2009
Grain Inspector
Cargill
08.2008 - 01.2011
Logistics - Supply Chain Management
Purdue University
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff