Fred Strickland
Bethpage
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience at OSA International, excelling in production management and operational efficiency. Proven track record in strategic planning and process improvement, driving significant cost savings. Adept at employee training and team leadership, fostering a culture of collaboration to achieve organizational goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Production Services
OSA International
Goodlettsville
06.2024 - Current
- Evaluated employee performance through reviews in order to provide guidance for further development of skillset.
- Identified areas for improvement within the production process by analyzing current methods and techniques used.
- Reviewed production schedules, budgets, and quality control procedures.
- Developed training programs for new hires on equipment usage and safety protocols.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth workflow throughout the organization.
- Managed daily operations of a large-scale production facility while adhering to tight budgets.
- Established key performance indicators for measuring success of production initiatives.
- Formulated cost-effective solutions for improving operational efficiencies without sacrificing quality standards.
Senior Operations Manager
Item inc
Woodbridge
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors to secure favorable terms.
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
- Advised senior leadership on potential changes or modifications needed for current processes and procedures.
- Assigned tasks to staff members based on their skill sets and availability.
- Monitored daily operations, identified areas for improvement, and created solutions to optimize workflow.
- Managed personnel including recruitment, training, scheduling, performance reviews and disciplinary actions.
- Established procedures for tracking inventory levels, ordering supplies, and managing warehouse space.
Vice President of Scenic & Rigging Operations
Production Resource Group
Laurel
12.2019 - 06.2022
- Collaborated with executive team members on major decisions regarding company-wide initiatives.
- Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for growth within existing markets or new ones.
- Managed financial operations, overseeing budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis activities.
- Implemented process improvement procedures that resulted in cost savings across the board.
- Established performance standards for staff members in order to drive productivity levels up.
- Cultivated a culture of collaboration among department heads to facilitate cross-functional project execution.
Executive Director Procurement Product Development
Hargrove Inc.
Lanham
07.2013 - 11.2019
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to ensure organizational growth and development.
- Assisted in developing budgets for each departmental unit within the organization.
- Provided oversight of all departments to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Recruited, trained, mentored, evaluated, coached, and managed staff members to ensure success in achieving their goals.
- Maintained accountability for operational and fiscal integrity, effectively managing designated budget.
- Recruited, hired, and trained employees on operations and performance expectations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Leonardtown High School
Leonardtown, MD06-1985
Skills
- Production management
- Quality control
- Budget management
- Employee training
- Operational efficiency
- Contract negotiation
- Strategic planning
- Process improvement
- Problem solving
- Team leadership
Timeline
Director of Production Services
OSA International
06.2024 - Current
Senior Operations Manager
Item inc
09.2022 - 06.2024
Vice President of Scenic & Rigging Operations
Production Resource Group
12.2019 - 06.2022
Executive Director Procurement Product Development
Hargrove Inc.
07.2013 - 11.2019
High School Diploma -
Leonardtown High School
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