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TERRY SEVENSTAR

Tulsa,Oklahoma

Summary

Accomplished operations leader with 17 years of experience at Schwan, recognized for driving efficiency and optimizing processes. Expertise in team leadership, project management, and cost reduction, resulting in a 20% increase in operational efficiency. Proven track record in developing strategic initiatives that align with business goals and enhance productivity. Committed to leveraging extensive industry knowledge to foster continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Transporter

Southern Heritage Mortuary & Cremation Services
Tulsa, OK
05.2024 - Current

Respond to calls from clients, and make timely pickups and deliveries.

Ensuring all necessary paperwork for accountability and compliance with state and local laws and regulations is complete and filed for records.

Ensuring daily duties, including general cleaning and proper storage of tools and supplies.

Assisting also with inventory and maintaining records to ensure accountability and accuracy.

Apprentice Grease Cook

Axel Royal
Tulsa, OK
03.2023 - 05.2024
  • Helped in setting up job sites, including equipment and material layout.
  • Completed all assigned tasks within specified deadlines to ensure project continuity.
  • Collaborated with other apprentices and team members on joint tasks and projects.
  • Assisted colleagues in accomplishing planned procedures or activities to increase productivity.
  • Observed experienced professionals performing their duties in order to gain practical knowledge of industry standards.
  • Performed routine tasks such as measuring, weighing, and assembling materials.
  • Completed daily administrative tasks such as filing documents, recording data and processing paperwork.

Production Machine Operator

Kimberly-Clark Corp
Jenks, Oklahoma
11.2018 - 09.2021
  • Used technical documentation such as machine operating instructions and product specifications to determine and implement operational sequences
  • Set up machinery and equipment, such as PCMC Rewinder, Case Packers, and log Saw Grinders, Carton Machines, and Wrappers manually
  • Kept equipment running smoothly by performing routine maintenance tasks like lubricating and cleaning components
  • Dismantled machinery to gain access to worn components, remove them, and replace them in order to keep production within acceptable tolerances
  • Checked the functionality and quality of products and subassemblies
  • Followed company and OSHA safety rules and regulations when it came to machine maintenance and work area cleanliness
  • Gathered parts for assembly
  • Regularly informed management of special incidents or non-conformance issues by updating daily production logs with timely and accurate information
  • Conduct professional quality testing to ensure that products perform as intended and kept track of the results and findings
  • Operated forklifts and other material handling equipment without incident for over 5+ years
  • Maintained the necessary level of communication between shifts
  • Made sure the production area was safe and accident-free
  • Followed all company and safety rules and regulations while maintaining good housekeeping practices on machines and in the work area

Loss Prevention Representative

Burlington
Tulsa, Oklahoma City
03.2018 - 11.2018
  • Daily Audits of the Retail Floor to ensure store specifications and process is being followed to protect merchandise
  • Review Video of the Facility to watch for potential activity and also to maintain watch for any safety issues
  • Record Keeping and Processing of daily reports

Production Lead

Pepsi
Tulsa, Oklahoma City
10.2016 - 08.2017
  • Collaborated with my supervisor and other team leaders to manage and prioritize staffing assignments in order to meet customer demand and production deadlines
  • Mentored new hires on case packing and Bottling equipment and Product flow and created a training manual for specific daily operations to use as a reference
  • Trained new employees in assembly skills to increase team production levels
  • Kept an eye on workers to ensure that ethics and safety procedures were followed during production activities
  • Oversaw daily operations with a focus on key business metrics, continuous improvement initiatives
  • Forklift Operation on a daily basis was a part of the job
  • Managed team performance by training, mentoring, disciplining, and motivating employees
  • Kept track of employee activities to ensure that good manufacturing practices were being followed consistently
  • I'm in charge of meeting production deadlines
  • Ensured that products were delivered on time and in good condition
  • Maintained the necessary level of communication between shifts

Machine Operator / Lead / Supervisor

Schwan's Food Service
Stilwell, OK
06.1996 - 08.2013
  • From A line worker to Lead then to a Supervisor i grew with this company for 17+ years and Learn allot about the operations from OJT to Line Work to Developing my leadership skills to apply in my Supervisor role
  • At times responsible for selecting and building teams to perform as back up operators to maintain the flow of the business in case of absence
  • Developing SAP skills to watch and maintain inventory levels and cost from Losses to Gains
  • Been on several safety committees and always looking for ways to keep us safe
  • Trained on the operation of the equipment used daily to ensure we as the role we are performing to ensure the flow of the process continues to operate while preventing machine downtime
  • Trouble Shooting Process - 5 Why's - Utilizing 5 S to maintain order and Safety in the work place
  • Assessed the strengths of employees and assigned tasks based on their experience and training
  • Reviewed and evaluated ongoing operations while also developing initiatives to improve the process in the long run
  • Planned, organized, and monitored resources to ensure that labor, equipment, and materials were used efficiently
  • Evaluated employee skills and knowledge on a regular basis, providing on-the-job training and mentoring to those who needed it
  • Reduced resource and time waste by directly addressing employee or production issues and implementing timely solutions
  • Kept the production areas clean and well-organized to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays caused by hazards or inefficient layouts
  • Collaborated with other leaders and executives to direct workflow and support operations

Education

High School Diploma -

Stilwell High School
Stilwell, OK
01.1996

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Proficiency
  • Effective Communication
  • Adapts Quickly to New Concepts
  • Collaborative Team Oversight
  • Service Excellence
  • Workflow Optimization
  • System Troubleshooting
  • Safety Protocols
  • Streamlined Assembly Processes
  • Optimized Production Processes
  • Inventory Control
  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Assembly Techniques
  • Workflow Efficiency Skills
  • Inventory Management
  • Effective Team Leadership
  • Machinery Operation

Timeline

Transporter

Southern Heritage Mortuary & Cremation Services
05.2024 - Current

Apprentice Grease Cook

Axel Royal
03.2023 - 05.2024

Production Machine Operator

Kimberly-Clark Corp
11.2018 - 09.2021

Loss Prevention Representative

Burlington
03.2018 - 11.2018

Production Lead

Pepsi
10.2016 - 08.2017

Machine Operator / Lead / Supervisor

Schwan's Food Service
06.1996 - 08.2013

High School Diploma -

Stilwell High School
TERRY SEVENSTAR