Brian Benoit

BRIAN BENOIT OPERATIONS & SUPPLY CHAIN LEADER Results-driven manufacturing and logistics professional with 20+ years of leadership experience in production scheduling, inventory management, procurement, and quality assurance. Proven ability to cut costs, reduce waste, improve accuracy, and drive on-time delivery in high-volume, deadline-driven environments. Skilled in ERP systems, data analysis, and process optimization, with a track record of achieving 99%+ compliance and double-digit productivity gains. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, implementing Lean practices, and ensuring operational excellence from factory floor to global supply chain. CORE COMPETENCIES • • • • • • • • Supply Chain Optimization & Logistics Management Inventory Control & Demand Forecasting Process Improvement & Lean Methodologies Quality Assurance & Compliance ERP & Data Analysis (SAP ERP, Microsoft Excel, SPC) Cross-Functional Team Leadership Procurement & Vendor Management Training, Mentorship & Workforce Development PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Raw Materials Supervisor | Marathon Cheese Corporation – Mountain Home, ID | Nov 2020 – Jul 2025 • Delivered 99.7% on-time, in-full order fulfillment through daily inventory review and shortage mitigation. • Reduced product loss 7% by optimizing material transfers and coordinating with shipping, receiving, and transportation teams. • Cut cost of goods sold 4% by controlling usage and minimizing waste. • Improved productivity 10.1% and reduced stockouts 34% through process enhancements. • Increased inventory accuracy 13.3% via targeted cycle counting and spot check initiatives. • Streamlined cheese inventory management by analyzing workflows and implementing process improvements. Raw Material Lead / Cheese Grader | Marathon Cheese Corporation – Mountain Home, ID | Dec 2008 – Nov 2020 • Partnered with Procurement leadership to forecast and purchase cheese with 99.9% accuracy, boosting efficiency by 5%. • Maintained 98%+ inventory accuracy by ensuring correct material allocation to production orders. • Achieved 97% compliance with customer specs via proactive parameter monitoring and documentation updates. • Raised production pass rate to 99% by daily testing and real-time quality data tracking. • Implemented SAP ERP-driven grading process, ensuring 100% USDA compliance across product lines. • Reduced regulatory audit deviations 27% through improved inventory tracking and documentation processes. Equipment Technician II | Micron Technology Inc. – Boise, ID | Jan 2005 – Oct 2008 • Reduced unscheduled downtime 20% by calibrating and servicing high-value manufacturing equipment. • Cut maintenance delays 18% using predictive maintenance metrics and prioritization strategies. • Led root cause analysis projects that decreased unplanned downtime 15%. • Shortened technician ramp-up time 25% via structured onboarding and skill assessments. • Standardized documentation for 30+ assets, improving repair accuracy 12%. • Resolved critical furnace issues, cutting troubleshooting time 30%. Maintenance Shop Supervisor | United States Air Force – Various Global Locations | Feb 1982 – Dec 2004 • Directed teams of up to 34 technicians in avionics and weapons systems maintenance for F-15E, F-16, and F-117A aircraft. • Reduced asset loss incidents 35% with serialized inventory tracking systems. • Maintained 97% first-pass QA success rate through strict compliance and process audits. • Achieved 95%+ readiness rates by refining supply logistics workflows and resource allocation. • Oversaw multi-site operations ensuring global mission readiness 24/7/365. • Led $42M automated test equipment upgrade project to completion. • Earned Meritorious Service Medal and Maintenance Professional of the Year for leadership excellence. EDUCATION Bachelor of Science (BS), Computer Science – Grantham University, Lenexa, KS | 2012 | GPA: 3.85 Associate of Applied Science, Avionics Systems Technology – Community College of the Air Force, Maxwell AFB, AL | 2003 TECHNICAL SKILLS Industry Tools: SAP ERP, Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, Data Analysis), Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office Suite Methodologies: SPC, Lean Principles, Continuous Improvement, Mass Balance, Traceability Soft Skills: Leadership, Problem-Solving, Analytical Thinking, Training & Mentorship