Brian Crowder
Tellico Plains
Summary
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Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Trainer
Domtar
09.2023 - Current
- Mentored junior employees to improve performance, food safety, and customer service.
- Set positive example for team members.
- Maintained current knowledge of all team position requirements.
- Documented training and progress on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Analyzed training requirements of crew members to identify areas for improvement, bridge gap and provide resources.
- Studied crew members during work shift to provide feedback and guidance in improving performance.
- Created and oversaw Boiler and Fork lift training programs for operations.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
- Taught new team members correct procedures for all areas of operations.
Lead Operator
Domtar
10.2016 - Current
- Supported management decision-making by compiling operational and production data into daily logs.
- Tended equipment during operation and monitored readouts to determine areas of concern and quickly correct problems.
- Assigned tasks to team members based upon individual strengths and experience, realizing productivity and workflow improvements.
- Properly set up machines at beginning of each shift and verified function.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
Production Supervisor
Bryant Boats
12.2004 - 10.2016
- Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays.
- Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment performance, reviewing materials supplies, and organizing manpower.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Achieved on-time shipments goal by empowering employees to continued success.
- Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
- Managed team of 70 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
- Interpreted work order information and specifications to plan, schedule and complete jobs precisely.
- Kept accurate and detailed records of personnel progress and productivity.
- Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
- Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
- Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status.
- Coordinated project workflows for departments.
- Conducted performance reviews each quarter, offering praise and recommendations for improvement.
- Strengthened performance metrics tracking and analysis to enhance tactical and strategic company plans.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tellico Plains High School
Tellico Plains, TN05-1998
Skills
- Technical training
- Manufacturing operations
- Workforce planning
- Production scheduling
- Standard operating procedures
- Training documentation
- Team leadership and supervision
- Process improvement
- Multitasking and organization
- Employee engagement
- Decision-making
- Verbal and written communication
- Policies and procedures
- Team leadership
Timeline
Production Trainer
Domtar
09.2023 - Current
Lead Operator
Domtar
10.2016 - Current
Production Supervisor
Bryant Boats
12.2004 - 10.2016
High School Diploma -
Tellico Plains High School