TOBY G KITTINGER SR.
Pueblo,Colorado
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Facility Supervisor
Prime LLC
Pueblo, Colorado
12.2021 - Current
- Served as point of contact for internal and external customers seeking support and information.
- Communicated with general managers and facility teams regarding upcoming repairs and projects.
- Maintained physical condition of facilities, applying available resources and personnel to achieve safe, clean, and functional environment.
- Directed vendors, facilities staff, and service providers as required to create efficient and non-disruptive work environment.
- Provided support and services related to mail and deliveries.
- Enforced compliance with applicable health, safety and environmental regulations to reduce risks.
- Updated tracking system monitoring facilities-related materials, supplies and equipment.
- Built relationships with vendors and contractors to support timely and cost-effective services.
- Defined and coordinated preventative maintenance plans to support longevity of facility systems and equipment.
- Scheduled, coordinated and supervised all facility-related tasks and activities to monitor performance.
- Assisted with meetings and conference room reservations.
- Conducted regular facility inspections to identify repair needs or improvements.
- Collaborated with other departments to foster efficient use of facility space and resources.
- Managed and coordinated all facilities maintenance and repair projects within time and budget constraints.
- Collaborated with contractors, vendors and stakeholders to support on-time projects completion.
- Evaluated final results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified faults.
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
- Monitored product quality and communicated necessary improvements to site superintendent.
- Kept watchful eye on equipment inventories, optimizing work readiness and aligning supplies with specifications for each job.
- Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
- Optimized supply levels to keep stock within ideal parameters for expected needs.
- Contributed to development, implementation, and execution of maintenance programs.
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
Managing Director
North Shore Holdings
Colorado Springs, Colorado
05.2019 - 12.2021
- Maximized operational profits by closely inspecting crops, assessing quality, and identifying problems such as disease or insects.
- Enforced strong safety and environmental protections to support habitats while preventing harm to employees or consumers.
- Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
- Led team of 50 skilled and unskilled farm personnel.
- Planned schedule for crop rotation, plantings, and harvest.
- Adjusted production strategies to account for changing factors such as market and weather conditions.
- Analyzed soil to measure pH, minerals, and organics to judge best fertilizer and amendments for maximum crop production.
- Completed structural inspections to determine maintenance requirements and organize repairs.
- Hired, trained and supervised seasonal workers engaged in cultivation and harvest.
- Developed operational budget and monitored farm expenses to enforce and achieve budget adherence.
- Used recognized breeding practices to stabilize and improve stock.
- Optimized growth and development at every stage and moved finished plants to sales displays for customer viewing.
- Collected and reported on metrics related to stock growth, production actions and environmental assessments to facilitate effective decision making.
- Wrote and improved SOPs to maintain consistency across shifts and work areas.
- Budgeted equipment purchases and regular repairs.
- Researched pests and diseases common to individual types of stock and developed mitigation plans.
- Consulted with horticultural experts to assess operational strengths and weaknesses and plan enhancements to meet changing demands.
- Managed operational records, administrative needs and marketing plans to promote business and strengthen revenue streams.
Manager / Metrc Administrator
NGS
Pueblo, Colorado
11.2017 - 05.2019
- Crafted and executed dynamic production schedules that not only met customer demands but also reduced downtime by 15%, enhancing resource utilization and boosting overall productivity.
- Led and supervised production teams by hiring and training new staff, fostering a collaborative environment that enhanced performance and boosted team productivity.
- Executed quality control measures to ensure product compliance with specifications, conducting regular inspections that led to a reduction in defects. Analyzed production processes to identify inefficiencies, implementing improvements that enhanced operational efficiency.
- Spearheaded a comprehensive budget strategy encompassing labor, materials, and overhead, leading to a reduction in overall costs through diligent expense monitoring and innovative cost-saving measures.
- Championed safety compliance by enforcing rigorous standards across the facility, resulting in a significant reduction in incidents, while efficiently managing machinery maintenance to keep downtime at a minimum.
- Optimized inventory levels of raw materials and finished goods, ensuring efficient production runs while reducing excess stock and preventing shortages.
- Actively partnered with engineering, supply chain, and quality assurance teams to align efforts with business goals, driving efficiency and enhancing collaboration for successful project outcomes.
- Analyzed production metrics to uncover trends, delivering insightful reports to upper management that guided strategic decisions on efficiency, quality improvements, and overall production performance.
- Proactively identified and addressed customer requirements, ensuring production aligned with delivery timelines and product specifications, leading to an increase in customer satisfaction ratings.
Manager / Metrc Administrator
Herbal Gardens
Pueblo, Colorado
05.2016 - 09.2017
- Oversaw daily operations of a tier 2 indoor facility housing 3,000 plants, implementing process improvements that enhanced efficiency and team productivity.
- Engineered nutrient solutions and optimized irrigation systems for vegetative and flowering stages, enhancing plant health and production rates.
- Created and managed a comprehensive foliar feeding program resulting increase in overall plant health and yield.
- Managed plant tracking within the facility as a METRC Administrator, enhancing compliance and streamlining workflows through accurate record-keeping and system optimization.
- Enhanced plant health monitoring, achieving a reduction in pest occurrences and ensuring optimal nutrient absorption.
- Developed and maintained an integrated pest management system that reduced pest-related issues while implementing fungicides for systemic diseases, ensuring full compliance with regulations from the Colorado Department of Agriculture.
- Orchestrated daily task assignments for a team of 10+ employees, streamlining workloads and enhancing overall productivity.
- Expertly developed and maintained optimal environmental conditions across all growth stages, resulting in an increase in plant health and accelerated growth rates through the use of tailored climate control technologies.
- Orchestrated the scheduling for a 14-room production cycle, enabling weekly harvests and optimizing an 8-to-9-week bloom cycle to maximize yield and efficiency.
Manager of Operations
Steel City
Pueblo, Colorado
10.2011 - 05.2016
- Managed daily operations of a high-efficiency 200-light indoor grow, optimizing cultivation practices to enhance yields and streamline staff coordination.
- Led a team in cloning, transplanting, and nutrient irrigation, to increase in crop yield and enhanced plant health.
- Implemented advanced techniques such as topping, super cropping, and defoliation to optimize plant growth, while successfully propagating new genetics to enhance diversity and yield.
- Developed and implemented integrated pest management procedures, ensuring compliance with the Colorado Department of Agriculture and significantly improving pest control effectiveness.
- Managed comprehensive data entry for the Metrc Colorado tracking system, accurately tracking plants through various growth phases, ensuring compliance and enhancing operational efficiency in waste management and product transfer.
- Collaborated with the manager to optimize plant counts and select high-performing strains, enhancing product quality and increasing inventory turnover.
- Ensured compliance with the Marijuana Enforcement Division by implementing new procedures and conducting regular audits, resulting in a reduction in compliance violations.
- Coordinated daily task assignments for a crew of 10, enhancing workflow efficiency and ensuring timely project completion.
Education
No Degree - Welding Technology
Pueblo Community College
Pueblo, COSkills
- Budgeting and managing budgets for facility operations, maintenance, tracking expenses and finding cost effective solutions
- Safety and compliance ensuring the facility complies with health, safety and environmental regulations to include conducting regular safety inspections and implementing new safety protocols
- Vendor management coordinating with external vendors and contractors for services as cleaning, landscaping, security, and maintenance
- Emergency Preparedness Developing and implementing emergency response plans including fire drills and evacuation procedures to ensure safety of employees
- Project management overseeing renovation and construction projects ensuring projects are completed on time within budget and specifications
Certification
- Private Pesticide Applicator License
- MED Badged Department of Revenue License Number M21564
Timeline
Facility Supervisor
Prime LLC
12.2021 - Current
Managing Director
North Shore Holdings
05.2019 - 12.2021
Manager / Metrc Administrator
NGS
11.2017 - 05.2019
Manager / Metrc Administrator
Herbal Gardens
05.2016 - 09.2017
Manager of Operations
Steel City
10.2011 - 05.2016
No Degree - Welding Technology
Pueblo Community College