Reiko M. Carter
Carthage
Summary
Versatile Production Supervisor knowledgeable about equipment operation, quality standards and safety hazards. Versed in documentation, compliance and scheduling. Streamlines workflow to maintain productivity and proactively addresses challenges to minimize downtime.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
Tyson Foods
Carthage, MS
06.2012 - 01.2026
- Coordinated workflow schedules to optimize resource allocation and minimize downtime.
- Trained new employees on equipment usage and safety protocols, enhancing team performance.
- Implemented process improvements that increased production efficiency and reduced waste.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to maintain operational readiness and compliance.
- Collaborated with management to develop strategic initiatives aimed at achieving production goals.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Managed team of 35-45 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Managed team of 30-45 production associates, overseeing productive production processes
- Managed team of [Number] production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
- Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays.
- Contributed to continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities for process enhancements and recommending appropriate solutions for implementation.
Maintenance/Refrigeration Department
Tyson Foods
06.2011 - 01.2012
- Performing preventative maintenance on machinery
- Breaking down machinery
- Identification of root causes during a malfunction of machinery
- Calibration of scales and Marel sizers
- Utilization and restoration of machinery/parts
- Setting up machinery to start production
- Creating notifications, follow-up, and corrective actions
- Certified Industrial Ammonia Refrigeration Operator I
- SCBA trained and approved
- Maintenance Lead (present)
- Communicate Supervisors instructions to the Team
- Make sure instructions are carried out effectively
- Responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining and repairing equipment
- Supervise Team Members while Supervisor is away from the floor
- Fills in to cover absenteeism, breaks, and emergencies.
- Knowledgeable of both I-Cut, DSI’s, DeBone and Further Processing
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Maintenance Department
Peco Foods
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Perform set-up duties
- Preventative Maintenance
- Troubleshoot
- Work on Dapecs
- Utilize and repair machinery parts
Diesel Mechanic
Estes Express Trucking
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Performed Preventative Maintenance
- Assisted with rebuilding of engines
- Performed Maintenance road calls
Education
High School -
Carthage High
01.2004
Skills
- Responsible with positive attitude
- The ability to utilize my skills for maintenance and production
- Goal oriented
- Adaptable and persistent
- Self-Motivated
- Honest and hard working
- Class-5 maintenance Technician (Lead)
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Flexible and adaptable
- Organizational skills
- Problem resolution
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Tyson Foods
06.2012 - 01.2026
Maintenance/Refrigeration Department
Tyson Foods
06.2011 - 01.2012
Maintenance Department
Peco Foods
01.2009 - 01.2011
Diesel Mechanic
Estes Express Trucking
01.2007 - 01.2009
High School -
Carthage High
certification
During my time as a Maintenance Technician/Mechanic I have acquired the skills of a JCB, forklift, pallet jack operator and the certification for basic electrician. I am also familiar with Microsoft, and basic computer skills.