Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

Tanner Tackett

Mars
Shelbiana
10
years of professional experience

Dedicated professional highly skilled in transportation flow management. Talented individual offering dynamic skills in warehouse management systems along with managing employees and company directives. Outstanding problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Serves as point-of-contact for all transportation-related inquiries and issues.

Work History

Plant Operations Services Manager

2 Years 1 Month
Mars | 07.2024 - Current
  • Manage Operations Supervisors, Raw and Packaging material coordinators and Plant Scheduler.
  • Manage four separate budgets.
  • Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows and reduced service response times.
  • Manage team performance through training, coaching, and regular feedback sessions.
  • Managed team performance through training, coaching, and regular feedback sessions.
  • Developed strategic initiatives to align service delivery with organizational goals.
  • Monitored key performance indicators to identify trends and inform decision-making processes.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies in all operational aspects.
  • Fostered a positive work environment that encouraged employee engagement and retention efforts.
  • Coordinated with other departments to maintain streamlined and productive workflow.

Master Production Scheduler

2 Years 3 Months
Kellanova | 04.2022 - 07.2024
  • Improved production efficiency by developing and implementing optimized master schedules.
  • Minimized production downtime by proactively identifying potential conflicts and resolving them promptly.
  • Maintained detailed documentation of scheduling activities, enabling informed decision-making for future production plans.
  • Boosted overall productivity by continuously analyzing data to identify opportunities for process improvements.
  • Streamlined inventory management with precise forecasting and timely procurement of materials.
  • Developed comprehensive contingency plans in anticipation of unexpected disruptions, minimizing negative impacts on overall operations.
  • Facilitated communication between departments, promoting collaboration to enhance production efficiency.
  • Maintained detailed documentation of scheduling activities, providing valuable insights for future decision-making processes.
  • Met production goals and formed action plans to constantly raise the bar to higher standards.
  • Updated management on the progress of production.
  • Tracked the progress of manufacturing orders using SAP software.
  • Flagged potential issues by monitoring timelines.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align production plans with customer requirements.
  • Member of the Safety Committee

Operations Services Supervisor and I/O Scheduler

2 Years 8 Months
Kellogg's | 08.2019 - 04.2022
  • Effectively managed all employees in Logistics (Material handlers, Bulk operators, Yard Tractor Operators, Clerks).
  • Demonstrated commitment to the organization's core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
  • Coordinated daily outbound shipment schedule to optimize logistics operations.
  • Organized day by day outbound shipment schedule.
  • Complied with all regulations.
  • Maintained the plant in proper sanitary condition, including allergen control and pest control.
  • Adhered to food safety policies and procedures.
  • Achieved all area/shift KPIs and fostered adherence to continuous improvement practices.
  • Managed DLX (warehouse management system) discrepancies.
  • Reviewed (all) previous 24-hour inventory movements.
  • Verified accuracy of all outgoing bills of ladings.
  • Verified accuracy of all outgoing bills of lading.
  • Reviewed quality, damaged, and liquidated product status.
  • Managed inventory control of all warehouse related finished goods, packaging, and raw materials.
  • Managed warehouse operating supplies and materials.
  • Developed cost-effective strategies for storing, shipping, and receiving products.
  • Reviewed labor productivity and accuracy levels for manufacturing/warehouse strategic planning.
  • Backfill for Operations Services Manager.
  • Formulated cost-effective strategies for storage, shipping, and receiving to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Directed the management of projects to ensure they are on time, within budget, and to the intended level of performance.
  • Identified, documented, and implemented best practices.
  • Oversaw inventory control of warehouse finished goods, packaging, and raw materials to ensure accuracy and availability.
  • Monitored direct reports for compliance with safety policies and regulations.
  • Compliance with food safety policies and procedures.
  • Ensured direct reports comply with company and legal safety policies, procedures, and regulations.
  • Enforced company policies and procedures.

Manufacturing Employee

3 Years 5 Months
Kellogg's | 03.2016 - 08.2019
  • Handled materials in warehouse to ensure efficient processing.
  • Certified in several different departments throughout Kellogg's.

Operated machinery to ensure efficient production flow and product quality.

Monitored assembly line processes, identifying and resolving issues swiftly.

Trained new team members on safety protocols and operational procedures.

Education

High School Diploma

Shelby Valley High School | Pikeville, KY

No Degree - Biology

University of Pikeville | Pikeville, KY

Skills

SAP expertise
DLX expertise
Supply Chain Optimization
Materials Requirement Planning
Project management
Inventory management
Project leadership
Budget management
Continuous Improvement Mindset
Continuous improvement
Problem-solving

Timeline

Plant Operations Services Manager

Mars
07.2024 - CurrentRead More

Master Production Scheduler

Kellanova
04.2022 - 07.2024Read More

Operations Services Supervisor and I/O Scheduler

Kellogg's
08.2019 - 04.2022Read More

Manufacturing Employee

Kellogg's
03.2016 - 08.2019Read More

Shelby Valley High School

High School Diploma
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University of Pikeville

No Degree from Biology
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Tanner Tackett