Brian Schroeder

Experience

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  Coca-Cola Bottling Co. of Wisconsin

  Jun 1997 - Jan 2003

  Quality Assurance Lab Technician

  Implementation of CCE policies, including Statpac 4.3, SAP, and the Recipe Management Program.Audit water quality, container rinsers, and coders to ensure proper operationsBatch and test syrup to ensure made in accordance with the Coca-Cola Quality System (TCCQS)Use, maintain, and calibrate laboratory equipment and follow laboratory proceduresReceive and organize concentrate, test and receive CO2, nitrogen, and HFCS deliveriesConduct both analytical testing and quantitative analyses to ensure ingredients and products conform to specifications in the Coca-Cola Quality Manual (TQM)Maintain highest recordkeeping and housekeeping standards to prevent microbiological contamination through CIP, Acid foam, chlorine, etcPerform line audits on a regulated schedule and work within the demands of the production schedule Show less

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  Coca-Cola Enterprises Inc, Midwest Business Unit

  Jan 2003 - Dec 2006

  Quality Assurance Lead Lab Technician

  Manage QA Department in absence of QA Manager -Manpower schedules, staff and PIP meetings, special projects, financial and operational issues as they ariseMonthly statistical analysis of key business indicators - Quality Index Scores, Changeover Times, etcWork with Production Manager, Logistics Manager, and Production Scheduler to prepare weekly production schedulesDelegate tasks and train new lab technicians to increase department's effectivenessFill in as production line supervisor in times of need (short staff, vacations, off shifts, etc)Facility's program owner for Calibration and Records elements of The Coca-Cola Quality System (TCCQS), Internal Quality Index Program Owner, as well as head of department's Cross Sample Program 2000-2006Knowledge of Reverse Osmosis, Nano-filtration, beverage operations such as continuous blending, carbonating and packaging, as well chemical integrityCreate standard operating procedures (SOP) and Work Instructions for TCCQS within ETQ, ensuring compliance to all company policies (Beverage and Division Operations Manuals, Quality Manual, etc)Daily inventory analysis; maintaining proper inventory of HFCS, CO2, concentrate, and lab suppliesWorked on installation of Dasani bottled water line, as well as assisted in creating SOP's for all Dasani testingIncreased troubleshooting skills as well as organizational management within Quality Assurance, Maintenance, and Production departments, advanced knowledge of process systems and controlsPerform Microbiological Analysis on Carbonated Soft Drink Can Line, Bottle Line, as well as Dasani Bottled Water Line - Yeast and Mold, Coliform (Endo), and Total Count Media Show less

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  Coca-Cola Enterprises

  Dec 2006 - Oct 2008

  Quality Systems Manager

  Responsible for the implementation and maintenance the of The Coca-Cola Management System (TCCMS) and its 14 Foundation Programs throughout Production, Maintenance, Quality Assurance, Warehouse, Distribution, Sales, Cooler Service, and Fleet departments of a continuous production facility (20-25 MM cases per year)/ sales center (10MM cases per year).Responsible for the implementation of the Environmental Management System (EMS), including but not limited to programs such as Wastewater Management, Waste Management, Recycling, and Stormwater Management.Responsible for the implementation of the Safety Management System (SMS), including but not limited to programs such as Emergency Preparedness, First Aid, Fire Prevention, Confined Space, Electrical Safety, Lockout/ Tagout, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Hearing Conservation, and Hazard CommunicationFacilitation of Risk Analyses as well as Aspects & Impacts Evaluations for all functions of the businessDevelop and implement procedures/ work instructions for operations and sales functions to ensure compliance to all company policies (quality, safety, and environmental) and effective business practicesEnvironmental Site Contact - Facilitate regulatory compliance; OSHA, Hazardous Waste, Storm Water Pollution Prevention, SPCC, TIER 2 Reporting, Air Emissions, Waste Water Reporting, ODS, AsbestosAdministrator/ Document Controller for facility’s ETQ Reliance on-line system, using Document Control, Continual Improvement, and Training databasesManage QA Department in the absence of QA Manager (1 Supervisor, 7 Techs)Certified HACCP CoordinatorCertified Apollo Root Cause Analysis FacilitatorResponsible for Design and Development Process for capital projects. Coordinate required activities with corporate Engineering, Safety, and Environmental groups during Pre-Installation, Construction, and Commissioning phases.Project Manager: 3EOnline MSDS Chemical Inventory Implementation Show less

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  The Coca-Cola Company

  Feb 2011 - Apr 2018

  Leads the development, commercialization and optimization of primary, secondary, tertiary and promotional packaging for the Syrup, Thermal, Water, and Co-Manufacturing locations within the Coca-Cola North America Product Supply SystemResponsible for leadership of the Packaging Commercialization Team (7 Packaging Engineers/ Subject Matter Experts) whose primary objectives include executing packaging projects for new/ innovative packages, reducing packaging material through light weighting/ optimization, troubleshoot/ solve packaging problems throughout the bottling system and qualify new suppliersWork collaboratively with Manufacturing, Quality, Marketing, Finance, Public Affairs, CCNA and Global R&D, and suppliers to optimize packaging value for the system Show less Leads the development, commercialization and optimization of primary, secondary, tertiary and promotional packaging for the $4.4 billion in spend for CCR and other CCBSS members and participants in North AmericaResponsible for leadership of the Packaging Commercialization Team (11 Packaging Engineers/ Subject Matter Experts) whose primary objectives include executing packaging projects for new/ innovative packages, reducing packaging material through light weighting/ optimization, troubleshoot/ solve packaging problems throughout the bottling system and qualify new suppliersWork collaboratively with Manufacturing, Quality, Marketing, Finance, Public Affairs, CCNA and Global R&D, and suppliers to optimize packaging value for the systemLeader of team that delivered ~ $15MM in productivity/ savings to the system in 2015Leader of team that qualified/ enabled In-Line Blow Molding in 7 locations (13 lines & 122 bottle mold sets) in 2015, enabling ~ $40MM annual savings for the system Show less - Primary leader and contact for the Packaging Commercialization Group for all Secondary/ Tertiary Packaging, Processes, and Documentation (3 Direct Reports)- Developed and implemented Finished goods Stack Height specification and in the process of implementing monitoring program in DCs through collaboration w/ Quality & Safety teams- Developed and implemented inbound and outbound developmental assignment program within group to build bench strength- Led a cross functional team to develop and train field associates on a Packaging Troubleshooting Process- Partnered w/ Quality Organization on Packaging curriculum for QA Boot Camps/ Quality University- Training and execution of OE Black Belt Certification (In progress 2015)- Developed and currently implementing Standardized Authorization documentation and process for NAG and CCR Pkg Teams- Expanded knowledge of PET Technology and Application, proficient in preform and bottle design as well as bottle processing Show less - Serve as packaging subject matter expert for packaging materials and best practices for the entire supply chain, through consumer use - Company’s Packaging Commercialization SME for Aluminum Cans/ Ends, HDPE Shells, Hi-Cone Carriers, Adhesives, Glass Bottles, Metal Crowns, Stretch Film/ Load Containment, QA Processes/ Documentation and Pallet Pattern Development- Packaging Commercialization lead for North American aluminum can light weighting program, including best in class can, resulting in system savings of $20MM+ between 2008- 2012 and ~ 7% reduction in net can weight- Packaging Commercialization lead for 2 Liter shell light weighting - impacting over 40 plants, resulting in savings of $2.8MM and over 2,000mT of material- Developed packaging specifications and testing for HDPE plastic shells including closure receiving and longevity testing- Developed packaging specifications and testing for stretch films (Ultimate Stretch, Stretch Force, Puncture, and Cling)- Developed new fridgepack combining adhesive application processes/ specifications leading to ~ 50% reduction in fiber tear in market across ~ 70 production lines- Developed and implemented standard Packaging Project Management Methodology for packaging teams across 2 organizations and over 25 Packaging Engineers, increasing adherence from 30% to 90% in 2 years- Commodities/ Materials managed through projects: PET, Aluminum, Corrugate, Paperboard, HDPE, LDPE, Adhesives, Hi-Cone, Glass and Polypropylene- Support services provided to organization: Standardized Can Damage Evaluation and Qualification process, Facilitation/ development of standard qualification procedures/ requirements for all packaging types (100+ documents), Management of Technical Drawings database for entire bottling system (100+ bottlers, 800+ users, 1000+ documents), and development of pallet patterns and shipping requirements Show less Responsible for AL / TN/ LA Market UnitsResponsible for indirect procurement contracts and activities for three production centers and 24 distribution centers - total annual spend of ~ $250MMEstablish and implement procedures for procuring materials and services - Negotiate and manage short and long-term contracts to ensure optimum costs and reliable supply ensuring that contracts meet all of the compliance issuesManage supplier relationships and monitor contractsInitiate, analyze, and implement new technologies, new programs, and more effective procurement methodsLeads cost-savings projectso National Implementation lead for Stretch Film program (~$1.8MM Annual Savings)o National Lead for Lab Equipment Calibration Service Negotiation (~$100K Annual Savings) Show less

  • Director - Packaging Commercialization

    May 2016 - Apr 2018

  • Director - Package Commercialization

    Jun 2015 - Apr 2016

  • Project Manager - Packaging Technology Lead - Secondary & Tertiary Packaging

    Oct 2013 - Jun 2015

  • Project Manager - Packaging Technology

    Oct 2008 - Dec 2013

  • Procurement Manager

    Feb 2011 - Jun 2011
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  Coca-Cola North America

  May 2018 - Mar 2021

  Principal Packaging Commercialization Manager

  Packaging Commercialization Lead for Tea/ Coffee and Active Hydration Categories within North AmericaTechnical leader for manufacturing and filling new package designs and specifications. Provide technical leadership throughout the development and commercialization of packages within the North American Bottling System. Collaborate and lead teams including all technical resources required to fully develop and commercialize a package, including but not limited to: quality, micro, engineering, product development and commercialization, manufacturing. Provide subject matter expertise for all types of package processing and supply chain impacts, including pallet pattern development. Show less

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  The Coca-Cola Company

  Apr 2020 - Mar 2021

  Strategic Transformation - Efficiency

  *Short Term Assignment*Member of four-person team tasked with providing efficiency gains within the North American Technical organization to save/ optimize FTE. - Served as Project lead – Shelf-Life Extensions optimization: Development of new Microsoft Power Apps tool to manage requests, developed and implemented a risk-based decision tree to reduce the number of samples required for evaluation by > 50%.- Lead development of standardized On-Boarding/ Knowledge Transfer site for entire technical organization – site content matrix and design including 90-day roadmap for new associates, critical information at the company, technical, and specific department levels to enable capability building & professional development.- Developed and deployed best practices to improve the effectiveness of meetings throughout the organization – tips, tools, and templates.- Facilitated pain point/ voice of the customer interviews with 50+ associates from the technical organization – identification and prioritization of project opportunities (25+).- Conduct process mapping and value stream analysis for critical processes within technical – Organic certifications, label declaration sheet development, shelf-life extensions, & BU Assessments- Completed Cognilytica Project Management for Artificial Intelligence Methodology (CPMAI) - 2021 Show less

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  GREAT LAKES COCA-COLA DISTRIBUTION, L.L.C.

  Apr 2021 - Jan 2022

  Maintenance Manager

  Accountable for the direction, development, and performance of the Maintenance team for the Milwaukee Production & Distribution Centers – Manufacturing Equipment, Facilities, Grounds, and Support Systems.Team comprised of two (2) supervisors, 11 Maintenance technicians, and three (3) admin resources.Develop strategies and programs for equipment reliability, preventive maintenance, and capital investment.Lead and develop production center and distribution center leadership teams w/ process monitoring, control, and efficiency gains using DMAIC/ Lean Six Sigma methodologies and tools.- Root Cause facilitator/ trainer for facility- 12% increase in CO2 yields April – Dec 2021- 50% increase in Preventive Maintenance Completion April – Sept 2021- 35% reduction in Maintenance team overtime April – Dec 2021 Show less

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  Coca-Cola Bottlers'​ Sales and Services

  Feb 2022 - now

  Sr. Procurement Manager

  Drive implementation of procurement strategies and provide program management for packaging materials used by North American Coca-Cola Bottlers and the North American Operating Unit of The Coca-Cola Company.Collaborate with material suppliers, technical teams and the bottling network to optimize cost, quality, service, innovation, and sustainability throughout the supply chain.