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TORRONCE BASKERVILLE

TORRONCE BASKERVILLE

Owings Mills,MD

Summary

Motivational leader and problem-solver adept at driving operational efficiency and enhancing employee engagement. Proven track record in implementing training programs and optimizing processes to achieve measurable improvements in safety, cost, delivery and quality. Committed to fostering a collaborative environment that maximizes team performance.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager Manufacturing Operations 3

Northrop Grumman
Linthicum Heights, MD
04.2025 - Current
  • Directed cross-functional team activities through regular meetings to address critical path priorities.
  • Coordinated cross-departmental projects to ensure timely and successful completion.
  • Conducted performance reviews for team members.
  • Optimized hourly employee scheduling to align with program delivery schedules and cost targets.
  • Led manufacturing and support teams in identifying performance issues using established problem-solving methodologies.
  • Analyzed project data to identify areas for process improvements and efficiency gains.
  • Implemented a critical skills matrix to align employee training with manufacturing documentation.
  • Abided by safety protocols to maintain safe working conditions across all operations.
  • Focused on team development, resulting in increased engagement and improved employee survey scores.
  • Developed and implemented strategic plans to align with organizational goals.
  • Oversaw compliance with industry regulations and safety standards in operations.
  • Mentored managers to cultivate leadership skills and foster professional development.

General Manufacturing Manager

Northrop Grumman
Linthicum Heights, MD
11.2019 - 04.2025
  • Ensured manufacturing team of 15 to 20 hourly employees adhered to applicable government and company regulations, policies and procedures to deliver on time quality products SABR and JSF customers.
  • Delegation of tasks, including prioritization of workflow and coordination of support functions.
  • Collaborated with Test and Inspection teams to optimize the movement of production materials to reduce in process time
  • Utilized SAP and other Northrop Grumman systems to compile data used in process improvement initiatives.
  • Collaborated in development of improved work instruction, job aids, and procedures to reduce rework.
  • Created agendas and communication materials for team staff meetings
  • Lead team meetings
  • Evaluated data to determine areas of opportunity to improve Safety, Quality, Cost and Delivery
  • Completed projects to improve in process time, reduce defects quality defects.
  • Managed payroll process and scheduling

Production/Maintenance Supervisor

Nestle USA Inc.
Laurel, MD
04.2012 - 09.2019
  • Collaborated with multiple departments to maximize workflow and efficiency
  • Responsible for Preventative Maintenance planning and completion
  • Established and implemented new procedures for standard maintenance scheduling
  • Oversaw onsite safety compliance to safety regulations and OSHA standards including authorizing and monitoring permitted work
  • Actualized strategic plans and managed equipment, lifecycles and processes
  • Responsible for Implementing and executing TPM, Lean, Process Improvement, and Continuous Improvement methodologies
  • Delegated daily tasks to employees to manage resources and meet deadlines
  • Assessed daily workloads, scheduled and planned daily assignments and oversaw numerous projects
  • Responsible for scheduling and staffing production lines and maintenance staff
  • Facilitating and participating in strategic operational reviews and planning meetings
  • Driving results for Safety, Cost, Quality and Machine reliability KPI

Production Operator

Nestle USA Inc.
Laurel, MD
12.2008 - 08.2012
  • Setup and adjusted production machines for daily operations
  • Monitored processes to avoid overloading and keep machinery functioning properly
  • Examined final products to check conformance with quality and design standards
  • Recognized and reported defective material and equipment
  • Troubleshot issues with machines and made repairs
  • Recorded production data in daily logs
  • Recommended process improvements to enhance operational safety and efficiency
  • Trained new employees on proper use of production equipment to prevent accidents
  • Checked daily project specifications to weigh and mix ingredients
  • Attended all company-offered training sessions to improve skills and learn operation of new machines
  • Completed scheduled sanitation task to food safety standards

Account Manager

Bags and Cars Inc.
Orlando, FL
08.2002 - 08.2008

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  • Increased revenue by obtaining and securing new accounts, while providing value-added services to existing clients.
  • Secured long-term accounts by identifying client needs and providing recommendations to promote brand effectiveness and product benefits and delivering product on time.
  • Participated in various incentive programs and contests designed to support achievement of production goals.
  • Maximized profit opportunities by effectively managing time and resources to meet sales objectives.
  • Performed frequent customer visits to maintain positive and productive relationships.
  • Streamlined operational efficiencies by developing and implementing customer service protocols and standards.
  • Optimized sales volume by managing accounts and building rapport.
  • Consistently met and exceeded department expectations for productivity and accuracy levels.
  • Reached out to accounts on a frequent basis to check on satisfaction and increase revenue.
  • Reduced financial discrepancies by executing meticulous forecasting and budget control.
  • Took daily inbound calls and key-entered orders, faxes, backorders and credit memos for assigned accounts and clients.
  • Ensured client satisfaction ratings by quickly offering proactive resolution ideas while driving actionable responses to questions, concerns or challenges.
  • Managed and grew key customer accounts, including contract review, production scheduling and customer engineering support.
  • Streamlined operational efficiencies, tracking weekly sales to develop senior leadership reports for corrective action planning.
  • Communicated with customers as soon as issues arose to immediately determine a resolution before the problem escalated.

Operations Supervisor

United Parcel Service
Burtonsville, MD
10.1998 - 12.2002
  • Drove solutions to predominant operation's issues by identifying areas of deficiency and performing root-cause analysis.
  • Managed supply chain and monitored all logistics functions for company.
  • Evaluated documentation such as invoices and shipping paperwork for accuracy and compliance.
  • Developed and oversaw strategies for improving operational efficiency and accuracy.
  • Built upon established practice standards to improve operational performance and reduce labor costs.
  • Supervised the day-to-day operations of a shipping team of between 80 to 120 direct reports, directing activities such as loading and unloading, pallet replenishment and inventory maintenance.
  • Motivated employees to share ideas and feedback.
  • Ensured safety and emergency readiness among personnel by disseminating information on and monitoring compliance with regulatory and organizational policies.
  • Trained, mentioned and motivated employees to maximize team productivity.
  • Improved profitability by executing daily, weekly, and monthly floor merchandise plan changes.
  • Served as mentor to junior team members.
  • Multiple awards for outstanding performance in production

Education

Bachelor of Science - Finance

University of Maryland - University College
Adelphi, MD

Skills

  • Data analytics
  • Lean and six sigma
  • Proficient with SAP
  • Synergistic management approach
  • Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft suits
  • Logistics and supply chain management
  • Business Systems
  • Presentation Creation and Delivery
  • Relationship Building
  • Project Coordination
  • Cost Management
  • Team Management
  • Performance Monitoring
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Change Management
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Policy and Procedure Improvements
  • Key performance indicators
  • Task delegation
  • Goal setting
  • Employee Development
  • Administration and Reporting
  • Team Building
  • Scheduling and Coordinating
  • Complex Problem Solving

Timeline

Manager Manufacturing Operations 3

Northrop Grumman
04.2025 - Current

General Manufacturing Manager

Northrop Grumman
11.2019 - 04.2025

Production/Maintenance Supervisor

Nestle USA Inc.
04.2012 - 09.2019

Production Operator

Nestle USA Inc.
12.2008 - 08.2012

Account Manager

Bags and Cars Inc.
08.2002 - 08.2008

Operations Supervisor

United Parcel Service
10.1998 - 12.2002

Bachelor of Science - Finance

University of Maryland - University College
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