Donnie Fuller
Airdrie,AB
Summary
Highly organized and skilled in coordinating production schedules to optimize manufacturing processes. Experience in ensuring timely procurement of materials, effective inventory management, and expediting orders to meet critical deadlines. Strong problem-solving abilities and adept at improving workflow efficiency. Successfully minimized delays and contributed to consistently meeting production targets through strategic planning and execution.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Planner
Cascades Containerboard Packaging
Calgary, Alberta
06.2011 - 07.2024
- Coordinated production workflow for one or multiple products.
- Planned and prioritized operations to optimize performance and minimize delays.
- Assessed manpower, equipment, and materials necessary for fulfilling production demand.
- Monitored job progress to ensure timely completion, and adherence to budget constraints.
- Addressed and resolved issues promptly to minimize disruption.
- Collaborated with the sales division to gather and analyze customer requirements.
- Effectively addressed challenges during production, such as staff shortages, and machinery malfunctions.
- Developed production schedules based on demand forecasts, resource availability.
- Analyzed production processes to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements.
- Facilitated meetings to discuss production plans and address potential delays.
- Monitored production schedules and adjusted as necessary to ensure on-time delivery of products.
Production Supervisor
Cascades Containerboard Packaging
Calgary, Alberta
05.2009 - 06.2011
- Monitored production quality and addressed issues promptly during shifts.
- Developed shift schedules for upcoming week while overseeing vacation management to maintain production during prime time.
- Facilitated weekly toolbox meetings with crews.
- Supported safety programs to reduce and eliminate employee injuries.
- Collaborated with management team to develop strategies for improving efficiency in the production area.
- Assisted with troubleshooting equipment malfunctions or operational problems as needed.
- Ensured crew accountability when safety, quality, 6S, and other duties failed to meet high standards
- Promoted employee safety awareness based on understanding of regulatory mandates and organizational best practices.
- Set up, adjusted and maintained machines to operate at peak levels and meet challenging demands.
- Developed and implemented production schedules to ensure timely completion of projects.
Lead Baker
Western Prebake -Ready Bake Foods
Regina, Saskatchewan
05.2000 - 04.2008
- Directed staff in daily baking tasks, ensuring that quality standards were met.
- Supervised the mixing, proofing, and baking processes to produce high-quality goods.
- Prepared doughs and batters according to established recipes, while adhering to food safety regulations.
- Performed regular maintenance on bakery equipment, such as mixers, ovens, and scales.
- Maintained accurate records of ingredients, production schedules, and orders to ensure efficient operations.
- Monitored oven temperatures to ensure optimal baking results.
- Inspected finished goods prior to packaging or shipping to ensure they meet quality standards.
- Trained new bakers on proper techniques, safety protocols, and recipe accuracy.
Education
High School Diploma -
Vibank School
Vibank, SK06-1999
Skills
- Training and coaching
- Report creation
- Team Communication
- Manufacturing Procedures
- Production Reporting
- Analyzing data
- Quality Control
- Quality Assurance
- Scheduling
- Workflow Optimization
- Preparing reports
- Workflow Management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Production Planner
Cascades Containerboard Packaging
06.2011 - 07.2024
Production Supervisor
Cascades Containerboard Packaging
05.2009 - 06.2011
Lead Baker
Western Prebake -Ready Bake Foods
05.2000 - 04.2008
High School Diploma -
Vibank School
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