Rudy Duncan
Douglasville
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Site Manager
GreenWood Inc.
01.2023 - 10.2024
- Conducted regular site meetings with team members, fostering open communication channels for efficient problem-solving and progress updates.
- Reduced safety incidents by conducting regular site inspections and enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication of project updates and prompt resolution of concerns or issues.
- Interviewed, hired, and ensured all new technicians received correct access trainings.
- Evaluated performance metrics to identify areas for improvement in both individual employee performance and overall project management strategies.
Project Manager
Stanley Black & Decker
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Managed logistics for all RFQs and RFPs project and products, including meeting, shipments, and contractor support.
- Work with internal engineering teams on all products both hardware and software modifications.
Project Manager
JBT Corporation
07.2014 - 03.2021
- Successfully managed capital projects simultaneously for two company division by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Drafted and submitted 15 RFQ/RFPs weekly in accordance with company goals, objectives, and requirements,
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
Technical Services Supervisor
Schwan's Global Supply Chain Inc.
04.2012 - 04.2014
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure the delivery of high-quality technical services.
- Improved equipment reliability and reduced production downtime by 7% through championing an innovative preventive maintenance program
- Increased plant wide response time by coordinating new radio communication methods.
- Collaborated with multiple service partners, ensuring a harmonious working relationship between support personnel and contractors.
- Improve cookie crumbs process by 24% that resulted in annual cost saving of $115,000.
- Managed 13 multi-crafted technicians and a monthly budget of $231,000.
Maintenance Supervisor
Tyson Foods Inc
11.2011 - 04.2012
- Develop, maintain and update as necessary a preventive maintenance program using the technology provided by the CMMS (SAP) system in order to increase the reliability of the equipment and minimize production line downtime related to equipment failure.
- Led continuous improvement initiative in compiling recommended costing adjustments based on actual performance versus theoretical standards, creating achievable goals based on process capability and equipment reliability Created a positive working environment for all associates, employee empowerment, problem solving skills, increase technical knowledge level of staff
- Investigated work injuries and provided ergonomic safety solutions to resolve repetitive motions, strain/sprains, and slip/trip/fall concerns Responsible for the improvement and upgrade to plant control systems.
- Utilizing the TPM, Lean manufacturing and 5s procedures.
Industrial Systems Technology Instructor
Central Georgia Technical College
7 2010 - 9 2011
- Attended faculty meetings and professional development opportunities to stay abreast of current teaching strategies
- Created clear, engaging lessons to draw interest and develop students' to program Industrial Systems Technology.
- Delivered engaging curriculum through diverse methods of classroom instruction, computer lab activities and online learning systems.
- Tested and evaluated student progress to determine effectiveness and impact of teaching methods, materials and projects.
- Used lectures, demonstrations and discussions to instruct students individually and in small groups.
Maintenance Team Lead
Perdue Farms, Inc.
2 2006 - 11 2011
- Provided leadership and direction to the maintenance department in areas of: Safety, GMPs, sanitation, quality, customer service and preventive maintenance.
- Monitor equipment utilization and machine downtime with responsibility for the implementation of corrective and preventative actions.
- Increased productivity through combined work steps, removing non-value added tasks, adding automation and the development of effective work practices.
- Tracked yield loss per machine deviation, coordinating yield improvement groups to gain a 6% yield improvement.
- Coordinate and provide hands on support by participating in and direct troubleshooting activities in the event of equipment failure including in participation in Lean 5's analysis, TPM, Root Cause Analysis.
Industrial Maintenance Technician/Forklift Mechanic
Tyson Foods Inc
12.2002 - 02.2006
- Diagnosed, repaired and replaced faulty electrical, electronic and mechanical components to maintain plant safety.
- Performed welding tasks as needed for equipment repair or fabrication projects, adhering to strict safety guidelines.
- Enhanced equipment efficiency by performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.
- Reduced machine downtime by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential issues.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to expand skill set and maintain expertise in the field of industrial maintenance.
- Educated fellow technicians on best practices in industrial maintenance, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
Education
MBA - Project Management
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Project Management
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, ALAssociate of Applied Science - Technical Studies
Middle Georgia Technical College
Warner Robins, GALean Six Sigma Green Belt
Albany Technical College
Albany, GAElectrical Control Systems
Middle Georgia Technical College
Warner Robins, GAIndustrial Systems Technology -
Middle Georgia Technical College
Warner Robins, GAQuality Assurance Specialist
Albany Technical College
Albany, GAIndustrial and Resdential Wiring technician
Middle Georgia Technical College
Warner Robins, GAIndustrial Programmable Controller
Middle Georgia Technical College
Warner Robins, GAInstrumentation/Process Control Technician
Middle Georgia Technical College
Warner Robins, GAFluid Power Technician
Middle Georgia Technical College
Warner Robins, GASkills
- Continuous Improvement
- Lean Process Optimization
- Six Sigma Process Improvement
- Experience with SAP Systems
- Customer service management
- Workforce Development
- Project management
- Customer Support Expertise
- Team Leadership Experience
- Knowledge of manufacturing standards/regulations
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Project scope
Timeline
Site Manager
GreenWood Inc.
01.2023 - 10.2024
Project Manager
Stanley Black & Decker
09.2021 - 09.2022
Project Manager
JBT Corporation
07.2014 - 03.2021
Technical Services Supervisor
Schwan's Global Supply Chain Inc.
04.2012 - 04.2014
Maintenance Supervisor
Tyson Foods Inc
11.2011 - 04.2012
Industrial Maintenance Technician/Forklift Mechanic
Tyson Foods Inc
12.2002 - 02.2006
Quality Assurance Specialist
Albany Technical College
Industrial and Resdential Wiring technician
Middle Georgia Technical College
Fluid Power Technician
Middle Georgia Technical College
Industrial Systems Technology Instructor
Central Georgia Technical College
7 2010 - 9 2011
Maintenance Team Lead
Perdue Farms, Inc.
2 2006 - 11 2011
MBA - Project Management
Columbia Southern University
Bachelor of Science - Project Management
Columbia Southern University
Associate of Applied Science - Technical Studies
Middle Georgia Technical College
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Albany Technical College
Electrical Control Systems
Middle Georgia Technical College
Industrial Systems Technology -
Middle Georgia Technical College
Industrial Programmable Controller
Middle Georgia Technical College
Instrumentation/Process Control Technician
Middle Georgia Technical College
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