William Rothbort
Roanoke,VA
Summary
Skilled in overseeing production and operating teams, with background in managing workflows, ensuring quality control, and optimizing processes for efficiency. Known for strong leadership capabilities, adept at motivating staff and fostering collaborative work environments. Successfully enhanced operational effectiveness through strategic planning and problem-solving. Implemented improvements that resulted in increased productivity and reduced downtime across previous roles.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
Coca Cola Bottling Co Consolidated
Roanoke, VA
05.2023 - Current
- Recommended and implemented measures to improve production methods and quality of products.
- Trained new staff on production processes and procedures.
- Performed regular quality checks throughout the production process to ensure customer specifications were met.
- Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion.
- Ensured safety regulations were followed by all personnel in the production area.
- Reviewed individual employee performance to correct issues and enhance productivity.
- Observed and monitored utilization of equipment.
- Supported safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on use of control points, equipment and resources.
- Conferred with management and subordinates to resolve problems or complaints.
Manufacturing Line Leader
Ply Gem/Cornerstone Building Brands
Rocky Mount , VA
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion.
- Collaborated with management regarding scheduling needs based on demand forecasts.
- Established and maintained clear production procedures, job roles and quality assurance guidelines.
- Planned and developed new operation processes to innovate and stay competitive.
- Inspected production line to ensure accuracy and quality of product.
- Enforced company policies, answered coworkers' questions and trained new personnel.
Operations Supervisor
AmeriCold Logistics
Salem , VA
12.2019 - 09.2022
- Developed work schedules according to budgets and workloads, covering priority tasks.
- Maintained accurate records of employee attendance and performance reviews.
- Consulted with managers to resolve problems relating to employee performance, office equipment and work schedules.
- Provided support to other departments as needed to meet organizational goals.
- Created processes for tracking inventory and supply levels in order to prevent stock-outs or overstocking.
- Performed periodic audits of operational processes in order to identify potential risks or areas of improvement.
- Led crisis management efforts, minimizing operational disruptions and maintaining business continuity.
- Coordinated logistics and resource allocation to meet project deadlines and budget constraints.
Order Selector/Trainer
AmeriCold Logistics
Salem, VA
06.2013 - 12.2019
- Mentored newly hired employees on warehouse safety procedures and demonstrated proper operation of tools to avoid mishaps.
- Operated warehouse equipment with caution and according to manufacturer instructions to reduce risk of accidents and malfunctions.
- Operated electric pallet jacks and forklifts to transport products between warehouse aisles.
- Selected products and items from shelves and pallets for customer orders.
- Assisted other personnel in the loading and unloading process if needed.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
Project Coordinator
ABC Supply
Roanoke, VA
01.2010 - 06.2013
- Maintained a detailed database of project information including budgeting, resources and deliverables.
- Submitted budget estimates, progress reports and cost tracking reports.
- Ensured compliance with relevant regulations or standards when executing projects across multiple regions.
- Introduced change improvement plans to achieve goals, methodologies and initiatives.
- Provided direction, guidance and support to team members throughout the duration of projects.
- Developed and implemented project plans, established timelines, tracked progress and ensured deadlines were met.
Warehouse Manager/Purchasing Manager
Lyf-Tym Building Products
Roanoke, VA
02.2003 - 01.2010
- Managed the disposal of surplus, damaged, or obsolete inventory in accordance with company policies.
- Negotiated with carriers and warehouse operators for services and preferential rates.
- Generated warehouse shipping documents, packing lists and invoices.
- Managed day-to-day logistics operations, monitoring incoming deliveries and overseeing personnel tasks.
- Oversaw inventory of incoming and outgoing materials based on physical counts and bar-code systems.
- Organized warehouse design to maximize space for stock while allowing for high volume traffic zones.
- Coordinated and monitored the receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods within the warehouse.
- Tracked orders using functional systems and coordinated with warehouse workers to ensure proper storage and distribution of products.
- Coordinated and monitored inbound and outgoing deliveries, keeping abreast of delays and other issues.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cave Spring High School
Roanoke06-2000
Skills
- Production planning
- Employee training
- Process improvement
- Quality assurance
- Inventory management
- Waste reduction
- Manufacturing and distribution
- Business planning
- Coordinating daily operations
- Schedule management
- Personnel management
- Risk assessment
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Coca Cola Bottling Co Consolidated
05.2023 - Current
Manufacturing Line Leader
Ply Gem/Cornerstone Building Brands
10.2022 - 05.2023
Operations Supervisor
AmeriCold Logistics
12.2019 - 09.2022
Order Selector/Trainer
AmeriCold Logistics
06.2013 - 12.2019
Project Coordinator
ABC Supply
01.2010 - 06.2013
Warehouse Manager/Purchasing Manager
Lyf-Tym Building Products
02.2003 - 01.2010
High School Diploma -
Cave Spring High School
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