About this Candidate
DAVRON CV: Candidate 3807628
MANUFACTURING & PRODUCTION LEADER | HIGH-VOLUME OPERATIONS, LEAN & CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT
Core Expertise
- Leading high-volume production teams across multiple shifts with strong safety and quality focus.
- Implementing Lean Manufacturing, 5S/6S, and continuous improvement to drive operational efficiency.
- Managing production planning, scheduling, labor optimization, and KPI-driven performance improvements.
- Executing cost control and budget oversight for multi-million-dollar operations while reducing overtime.
- Overseeing food safety, GMP, HACCP and compliance within regulated manufacturing environments.
Project Background
- Drove 15% output increase via workflow optimization and Lean methods across production lines.
- Managed high-volume throughput (hundreds of thousands of pounds weekly) with consistent on-time delivery.
- Led staffing and development for teams exceeding 160 employees, improving retention and supervision.
- Directed cross-functional reliability and maintenance projects to reduce downtime and improve equipment uptime.
- Coordinated internal and external audits maintaining compliance with food, safety, and quality standards.
Key Skills
- Lean Manufacturing | 5S/6S | Continuous Improvement | Kaizen
- Production Planning | Scheduling | Labor Optimization | KPI Management
- Root Cause Analysis | Problem Solving | Process Improvement
- Safety & Quality Compliance | GMP | HACCP | ISO 9001/45001/22000 familiarity
- SAP | Microsoft Excel | Shop floor data analysis
- Team Development | Coaching | Cross-functional Leadership
Education
- B.S., Business Management — University of Phoenix (online)
- A.S., Associate of Science — Richland Community College
Awards & Recognition
- OSHA 30 Certification
- Forklift, pallet jack, and electric pallet jack certifications
- CPR Certification
Why Interview this Candidate?
Seasoned manufacturing leader with 10+ years overseeing high-volume operations and teams of 160+. Proven record delivering 15% productivity improvement, reducing overtime, and optimizing labor costs through Lean and continuous improvement. Experienced in regulated food environments, ISO-aligned quality systems, and equipment reliability—ready to stabilize and scale production performance.
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