SAM CROWNY
Greater Brisbane,QLD
Summary
Dynamic production leader with a strong focus on optimizing schedules and enhancing team collaboration. Proven ability to implement continuous improvement strategies that drive operational efficiency and meet production targets. A dedicated mentor who fosters team growth and addresses challenges with practical solutions.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Scheduler
Lactalis Australia
Brisbane, QLD
06.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented plans optimizing materials, machines, and personnel use, enhancing overall production efficiency.
- Developed production schedules to optimize manufacturing processes and resource allocation.
- Coordinated with supply chain teams to secure on-time delivery of raw materials, supporting uninterrupted production flow.
- Identified and recommended changes to improve scheduling efficiency, leading to streamlined production processes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address production delays and issues.
Production frontline manager
PepsiCo
Brisbane, QLD
12.2021 - 06.2024
- Supervised production schedules, production quality and on-time delivery.
- Coordinated shifts to align labor resources with production targets, ensuring optimal staffing levels.
- Identified and addressed potential production issues proactively, reducing disruptions and maintaining workflow.
- Facilitated cross-departmental communication to improve collaboration and address production issues promptly.
- Resolved issues related to personnel, equipment or processes in a timely manner.
- Performed root cause analysis after any unforeseen disruptions in the production line.
- Analyzed data from reports to identify areas of improvement in production operations.
- Prepared daily status reports on production progress and submitted them to Production manager.
Production shift manager
Patties Foods
Melbourne, VIC
03.2020 - 12.2021
- Managing afternoon shift team across 6 departments
- Supervised production staff during daily operations and ensured adherence to safety protocols.
- Coordinated workflow among teams, optimizing production efficiency and minimizing downtime.
- Trained new employees on equipment operation and safety procedures, enhancing team readiness.
- Conducted regular inspections of machinery and equipment for proper functioning.
- Facilitated shift communication, ensuring smooth transitions and consistent information flow.
- Reduced process lags by managing employees and training on best practices to ensure optimal productivity.
- Applied lean strategies to implement operational enhancements, promote efficiency and cut costs.
Production Supervisor
Australian Country Choice (ACC)
Brisbane
10.2012 - 03.2020
- Led mince room team, training staff on best practices and maintaining operational efficiency.
- Supervised manufacturing operations for 1.5 years, managing team and workflow.
- Supervised further processing operations, ensuring quality and safety standards were consistently met.
- Manufacturing supervisor (1.5 years)
- Cutting room supervisor (2 years)
Production Supervisor
Pegah Dairy
Tehran, Iran
02.2008 - 03.2011
- Supervised 20+ employees, ensuring timely and accurate task completion.
- Supervised daily production operations ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Conducted regular quality checks throughout production process to meet customer specifications.
- Coordinated staffing schedules to optimize workflow and enhance productivity.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production activities.
Education
Bachelor of photography and art - Practical Art
Tehran University of Art
Iran01-2008
Diploma of photography - Practical Art
Tehran University of Art
Iran01-2004
Skills
- Production forecasting
- Process scheduling
- Inventory management
- Supply chain management
- Data analysis
- Continuous improvement
- Six Sigma green belt
- Setup time reduction
- 5S methodology
- Visual management
- Resource allocation
- Team leadership
- Situational problem solving
- HACCP
- Computer proficiency
Hobbies and Interests
- Cooking and Baking
- Riding Bike
- Playing Poker
- Biweekly picnic
Products
Pauls, Farmhouse Gold, Zymil, OAK, Cheetos, Twisties, Doritos, Grainwaves, Four N Twenty, Nannas, Patties, Leggos, Ruffie Rustic Foods, Weight Watchers, Fitness outcomes, Herbert Adams, Steak, Mince, Beef, Lamb, Pork, Burger, Sausages, Roast
Key Performance Attributes
- I'm a very blue, sincere, motivated and career driven leader with very patient and easygoing attitude.
- Learning processes and working in a new field has and will always inspire me to give my best.
- Good communicating skills, able to liaise and mix fantastically with a group of people and teams.
- Proven ability to meet targets and adhere to safety, quality and all such requirements in line with company's policies, procedures and practices in Four well-known companies here and abroad.
Timeline
Production Scheduler
Lactalis Australia
06.2024 - Current
Production frontline manager
PepsiCo
12.2021 - 06.2024
Production shift manager
Patties Foods
03.2020 - 12.2021
Production Supervisor
Australian Country Choice (ACC)
10.2012 - 03.2020
Production Supervisor
Pegah Dairy
02.2008 - 03.2011
Bachelor of photography and art - Practical Art
Tehran University of Art
Diploma of photography - Practical Art
Tehran University of Art