TYLER RICHARDSON
Madisonville
Summary
Manufacturing Specialist with GE Aerospace, adept at optimizing production plans and enhancing inventory accuracy. Proven leadership in team management and process improvement, driving operational efficiency. Skilled in critical thinking and effective communication, successfully aligning cross-shift operations to meet delivery targets and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Specialist
GE Aerospace
09.2025 - Current
- Executed 2nd-shift production plan to ensure off-shift production continuity and meet operational and delivery targets.
- Managed and reprioritized work orders to align daily schedules, communicated priorities to shop floor teams, and coordinated with 1st/3rd shift for alignment.
- Coordinate with supervisors to keep WIP flowing, remove constraints, and maintain schedule adherence.
- Monitor material availability and shortages using cycle counts and line counts to improve inventory accuracy and prevent production delays.
- Adjusted plans in real time for equipment issues, labor constraints, and quality holds to support recovery actions when behind schedule.
- Lead structured cross-shift handoffs, documenting open issues, priorities, and critical orders; contribute to shift handoff/tier meetings and continuous improvement of standard work.
Assistant Store Manager
Kroger
06.2021 - 09.2025
- Led store operations across 3 Owensboro locations, supervising teams of 60-130+ associates.
- Managed store financials and operations: budgeting, supply expense control, wage management, and process execution (ordering, deliveries, food production) to optimize profitability.
- Directed merchandising and sales execution: partnered with vendors, ensured instocks, built high-impact displays, and executed store sales plans to drive revenue.
- Oversaw HR and associate relations: hiring, coaching, discipline, pay issue resolution, and employee support to foster a positive workplace.
- Reviewed department manager schedules, aligning staffing to meet business needs and deadlines.
Special Assignment
Kroger
03.2023 - 01.2024
- Facilitated division-wide rollout of new Produce program across Louisville, Lexington, Indiana, and Southern Illinois, ensuring alignment with corporate strategies.
- Implemented program in assigned stores and conducted biweekly sustainment visits to audit execution and reinforce standard work adoption.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
eCommerce Manager
Kroger
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Managed customer eCommerce/pickup operations, enhancing overall performance.
- Developed schedules and supervised 18+ associates, training on best practices for improved execution.
- Championed store safety, ensuring compliance with required safety processes.
Dairy Manager
Kroger
11.2019 - 06.2020
- Led dairy department operations, overseeing ordering, inventory management, product rotation, and sanitation standards to ensure optimal product availability.
- Executed daily "lows and holes" scans, managed milk ordering, and maintained department cleaning calendar to uphold quality standards.
- Controlled freshness and shrink through effective date rotation and timely markdowns, minimizing waste and maximizing product turnover.
Frozen Manager
Kroger
08.2019 - 11.2019
- Managed frozen department ordering, ensured optimal in-stock performance, and executed sale endcap displays to drive sales.
- Trained staff on proper handling and storage of frozen goods.
- Streamlined shared freezer organization and maintained cleanliness through effective space management and communication with cross-department teams.
Assistant Customer Service Manager
Kroger
04.2016 - 08.2019
- Resolved escalated customer issues with effective service recovery and professionalism, maintaining customer satisfaction.
- Supervised front-end operations, directed checkout flow, and coached associates on best practices to enhance customer experience.
- Developed department schedules using eSchedule to ensure optimal staffing and coverage.
Education
Gen Ed Coursework, CNA Skills, Business Management
Madisonville Community College
Madisonville, KY05-2021
High School Diploma - Honors
Hopkins County Central High School
05-2017
Skills
- Production planning
- Inventory management
- Order prioritization
- Process improvement
- Continuous improvement
- Business results orientation
- Computer proficiency
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Team management
- Leadership skills
- Team oversight
- Training development
- Adaptability
- Work ethic
- Effective communication
Promotions And Awards
- Promoted to Level 71 Assistant Store Manager, 06/01/24, After demonstrating full readiness for ASM expectations and business results; promotion approved by Store Manager, District HR Manager, and District Manager.
- Promoted to Level 72 Assistant Store Manager, 04/01/25, The highest ASM level prior to Store Manager; promotion approved by Store Manager, District HR Manager, District Manager, VP of Operations, and Division President.
- Selected as a Kroger Future Leader, Recognizing high promotion potential.
- Named 2024 Assistant Store Leader of the Year (District), Earned the Division President's Award - Assistant Leader of the Year, recognized top among assistant managers across 7 districts / 116 stores.
Timeline
Manufacturing Specialist
GE Aerospace
09.2025 - Current
Special Assignment
Kroger
03.2023 - 01.2024
Assistant Store Manager
Kroger
06.2021 - 09.2025
eCommerce Manager
Kroger
06.2020 - 06.2021
Dairy Manager
Kroger
11.2019 - 06.2020
Frozen Manager
Kroger
08.2019 - 11.2019
Assistant Customer Service Manager
Kroger
04.2016 - 08.2019
Gen Ed Coursework, CNA Skills, Business Management
Madisonville Community College
High School Diploma - Honors
Hopkins County Central High School