Aaron Briggs
Briggs Brothers Farms
Hoxie
32
years of professional experience
Dynamic Plant Manager with a proven track record at Briggs Brothers Farms, enhancing production efficiency through lean manufacturing principles and strategic project management. Expert in cost control and team development, I foster a collaborative environment that drives performance improvements and ensures regulatory compliance, consistently exceeding operational goals.
Work History
Plant Manager
32 Years- Directed daily plant operations, aligning production schedules with labor, equipment, and crop readiness.
- Coordinated planting, cultivation, and harvest activities to maintain consistent workflow across farm sections.
- Monitored irrigation, fertilization, and soil conditions to support crop health and yield consistency.
- Enforced safety procedures and food handling standards to support compliant farm operations.
- Scheduled crews and assigned tasks based on workload, weather, and seasonal production demands.
- Oversaw equipment maintenance needs, reducing downtime through proactive service planning and issue follow-up.
- Tracked inventory for seed, fertilizer, fuel, and supplies to prevent operational shortages.
- Collaborated with leadership on production goals, cost control, and process improvements.
- Increased production efficiency by optimizing plant layout and implementing process improvements.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
- Boosted employee morale and productivity through effective leadership and motivational techniques.
- Led, trained and coached plant staff to facilitate high levels of productivity and quality.
- Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
- Balanced labor needs with production schedules to optimize workforce utilization while maintaining output targets.
- Oversaw daily operations of Number sq. ft. manufacturing plant.
- Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.
- Created plant policies and procedures for safe and productive operations.
- Mentored and developed staff members, promoting professional growth opportunities within the organization.
- Forecasted future production needs accurately, allowing for strategic decision-making regarding staffing levels, equipment investments, and inventory management.
- Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations, and achieving KPIs.
- Collaborated with sales team to align plant capabilities with customer demands, fostering long-term business relationships.
- Implemented quality control measures to reduce defect rates and enhance product quality consistently.
- Reduced downtime for maintenance by establishing a proactive preventive maintenance program.
- Implemented useful inventory management and tracking systems to reduce costs and improve operations.
- Conducted thorough root cause analyses on production issues, identifying solutions for continuous improvement efforts.
- Identified and resolved process and equipment issues to minimize production downtime.
- Promoted collaborative work environment to motivate and engage staff to achieve company objectives.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends in workplace injuries or near-misses; implemented corrective actions accordingly.
- Managed budgeting and resource allocation, ensuring optimal use of funds for operational efficiency.
- Built strong relationships with regulatory agencies and ensured compliance with all environmental permits; maintained an exemplary safety record.
- Streamlined supply chain operations, reducing lead times and improving inventory management.
- Established positive relationships with suppliers to obtain timely deliveries of materials and products.
- Identified and implemented viable strategies for continuous improvement.
- Enhanced safety standards with implementation of comprehensive safety training initiatives for all employees.
- Developed cross-functional teams to foster collaboration and improve communication across departments.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers, securing cost savings on raw materials without sacrificing quality.
- Coordinated plant expansions and upgrades to accommodate increased demand while minimizing disruption to ongoing operations.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Plant and warehouse operations
Project management
Operations management
Production planning
Safety management
Continuous improvement
Performance improvements
Production scheduling
Scheduling
Facility management
Training programs
Team building and development
Logistics coordination
Work delegation
Lean manufacturing processes
Cost control
Schedule management
Energy management
Lean manufacturing principles
Resource coordination
Facilities maintenance
Environmental sustainability
Project coordination
Cost reporting
Regulatory compliance
Environmental compliance
Timeline
Plant Manager
Briggs Brothers Farms
05.1988 - 05.2020Read More
Dewitt High School
High School Diploma
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