Tyler Calihan
Brookville,IN
Summary
Proven leader at Blue Buffalo - General Mills, adept in workforce planning and staff management, significantly increased production efficiency and fostered a culture of accountability. Expert in manufacturing processes, I excel in training and mentoring teams to achieve high levels of productivity and employee satisfaction, ensuring a safe and efficient work environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Platform Lead - Production
Blue Buffalo - General Mills
Richmond, IN
05.2023 - Current
- Managed a team of supervisors to ensure high levels of productivity and employee satisfaction.
- Increased production efficiency by implementing new processes and optimizing workflow.
- Fostered a culture of accountability among staff members by setting clear expectations and providing regular feedback on performance.
- Reduced equipment downtime by establishing a proactive maintenance schedule.
- Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
- Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
- Enforced health and safety protocols to promote safe working environment.
Team Leader
Blue Buffalo - General Mills
Richmond, IN
12.2021 - 05.2023
- Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Managed leave requests and absences and arranged covers to facilitate smooth flow of operations.
Extruder Operator
Blue Buffalo - General Mills
Richmond, IN
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Supported continuous improvement efforts by participating in process improvement projects aimed at increasing efficiency and reducing waste.
- Adapted quickly to changing schedules or priorities while maintaining high levels of productivity under pressure.
- Collaborated effectively with colleagues in a fast-paced environment to meet challenging production targets consistently.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues and develop solutions for improved performance.
Packaging Operator
Blue Buffalo - General Mills
Richmond, IN
04.2019 - 08.2020
- Communicated effectively with team members and supervisors to address any concerns or issues that arose during daily operations.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines, maintaining high-quality standards in all aspects of work performed.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to strict safety protocols during packaging operations.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall effectiveness of the packaging department.
Education
Bachelors - Business Administration
Indiana University East
Richmond, IN08.2020
Skills
- Workforce Planning
- Training and mentoring
- Manufacturing
- Staff Management
- Materials Management
- Schedule Management
Timeline
Platform Lead - Production
Blue Buffalo - General Mills
05.2023 - Current
Team Leader
Blue Buffalo - General Mills
12.2021 - 05.2023
Extruder Operator
Blue Buffalo - General Mills
08.2020 - 12.2021
Packaging Operator
Blue Buffalo - General Mills
04.2019 - 08.2020
Bachelors - Business Administration
Indiana University East