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Kurt Barnes

Batesville,AR

Summary

Production supervisor with 12 years of experience in the poultry industry. Offering exceptional performance in running a department and managing employees

Professional with significant expertise in team leadership and operational management. Proven track record in driving team collaboration and delivering impactful results. Skilled in conflict resolution, process optimization, and strategic planning, with flexible approach to evolving business needs. Known for reliability, strong communication, and fostering productive work environment.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Supervisor

Pecos Food
03.2022 - Current
  • Oversaw daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Trained and mentored team members on best practices and operational standards.
  • Implemented process improvements that enhanced productivity and reduced downtime.
  • Coordinated scheduling and resource allocation to meet production demands effectively.
  • Conducted performance evaluations to identify areas for development and improvement.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.

LEG DEBONE LINE LEADER

PECO FOODS
09.2018 - Current
  • Address and manage both employee and production needs in order to maintain a safe, efficient work environment and help to ensure all goals, production or otherwise, are met.
  • Set up, adjusted, and maintained machines to meet production targets.
  • Used special knives, tools, and other equipment to cut, debone, and separate meat.
  • Safety oriented
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas.
  • Demonstrated strong people skills by communicating, and ensuring each individual’s needs in the department are met.

I-CUT LINE LEADER

PECO FOODS
03.2016 - 02.2018
  • Optimized machine performance by calibrating according to prescribed standards and specific project needs.
  • Managed and led a production team of 40
  • Monitored and adjusted production processes or equipment for quality and productivity.
  • Started up and shut down processing equipment
  • Prepared products for shipment by packaging and labeling finished products in cardboard boxes or containers
  • Troubleshot problems with equipment, devices, and products
  • Inspected finished products for quality to ensure customer satisfaction
  • Drove team performance through effective training, coaching, and motivation of line employees.
  • Helped achieve company goals by supporting production workers

Skills

  • Meeting Production Goals
  • Team Oversight
  • Safety Oriented
  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Perfect Attendance Record
  • Dependable
  • Excellent Multi-Tasker
  • Time Management
  • Training and mentoring
  • Goal oriented
  • Staff management
  • Employee motivation
  • Complex Problem-solving

Timeline

Supervisor

Pecos Food
03.2022 - Current

LEG DEBONE LINE LEADER

PECO FOODS
09.2018 - Current

I-CUT LINE LEADER

PECO FOODS
03.2016 - 02.2018
Kurt Barnes