CHRISTOPHER BLANKENSHIP
Moreno Valley
Summary
Resourceful Production Supervisor experienced in enhancing production efficiency through strategic planning and hands-on leadership. Achieved significant reductions in downtime and delays while maintaining high safety and quality standards through effective problem-solving and cross-functional coordination. Focused on optimizing processes and fostering team collaboration to consistently meet and exceed production goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
Primo Brands
Ontario
07.2025 - Current
- Coordinated daily production activities by organizing staffing, materials, and workflow, ensuring operational efficiency.
- Oversaw material usage and replenishment to eliminate shortages and minimize production delays.
- Reinforced safety protocols and monitored compliance across all shifts to a safe work environment.
- Reviewed production output, quality checks, and operational data to enhance performance tracking.
- Trained and supported new team members with hands-on instruction and clear production standards.
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
Vpet Plastics
Fontana
12.2021 - 12.2024
- Developed and implemented production schedules, ensuring timely project completion.
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered materials, maintaining uninterrupted operations.
- Enforced safety regulations and ensured compliance across all production areas.
- Ensured accurate daily production records to support operational efficiency.
- Maintained accurate daily production records and performance metrics.
WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR
Honeyville Grain
Rancho Cucamonga
09.2019 - 10.2021
- Coached, trained, and mentored warehouse employees on SOPs and best practices.
- Maintained training matrices and documentation, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Supported shipping, receiving, and packing areas, enhancing workflow visibility and collaboration.
- Created and maintained daily operational reports, facilitating informed decision-making for warehouse and operations teams.
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
Honeyville Grain
Rancho Cucamonga
03.2017 - 10.2021
- Identified and eliminated process bottlenecks, increasing productivity.
- Managed personnel scheduling, time tracking, and payroll accuracy to ensure operational efficiency.
- Increased productivity by identifying and eliminating process bottlenecks.
- Corrected production issues rapidly to maintain high product quality.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to meet daily production demands.
PRODUCTION WORKER
Gruma Mission Foods
Rancho Cucamonga
07.2013 - 03.2017
- Enhanced shipping efficiency by maintaining steady product flow between stations.
- Operated forklifts, overhead cranes, and hand trucks to move heavy loads.
- Supported shipping efficiency by keeping product flow between stations.
- Set up, calibrated, and adjusted production equipment to ensure optimal operational performance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ganesha High School
Pomona, CASkills
- Production KPIs
- Quality assurance
- Continuous Improvement
- Standard operating procedures
- 6S Implementation & Maintenance
- Audit Management
- Safety compliance
- Labor Scheduling
- Schedule Management
- Materials Handling
- Material Handling
- Line Maintenance
- Clean-In-Place (CIP)
- Allergen control
- Waste Reduction
- Training & Mentoring
- Training leadership
- Employee Leadership
- OPL Creation
- Budget Management
- Inventory management
- Written Communication
- Microsoft Word
- PDCA
- Subject matter expert
- Housekeeping Oversight
- Accountability framework
- Safety compliance
Additional Information
Subject Matter Expert (SME), HACCP, Allergen Control
Timeline
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
Primo Brands
07.2025 - Current
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
Vpet Plastics
12.2021 - 12.2024
WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR
Honeyville Grain
09.2019 - 10.2021
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
Honeyville Grain
03.2017 - 10.2021
PRODUCTION WORKER
Gruma Mission Foods
07.2013 - 03.2017
High School Diploma -
Ganesha High School