Brian Gibson

Experienced Operations and Production Leader with 24+ years in animal and food production, specializing in extrusion, milling, and pelleting operations. Proven success in plant management, safety and quality programs, employee development, preventive maintenance, and operational efficiency. Recognized for building high-performing teams, improving profitability, and maintaining spotless inspection records.

Production Supervisor at Ventura Foods (2024-06 – Present)

• Lead all shift production to meet daily output and quality standards.
• Hire, train, and support operators to drive productivity.
• Maintain production and HACCP documentation.
• Promote and enforce a safe, efficient work environment.

Plant Manager at CHS Animal Nutrition (2022-06 – 2024-06)

• Directed all aspects of plant operations, budgeting, P&L, and staffing.
• Identified and prioritized capital improvement projects to increase profitability.
• Implemented effective preventive maintenance programs.
• Ensured all products met customer specifications and quality standards.
• Supported safety, quality, and performance culture across the plant.
• Recruited, trained, and equipped employees to meet production goals.

Operations Manager at Lifeline Foods (2005-08 – 2023-06)

• Managed all employees and production in the extrusion department.
• Ensured compliance with GMP, HACCP, and food-safety standards.
• Oversaw loading and shipment of bulk railcars, trucks, and boxcars.
• Developed and implemented SOPs plant-wide.
• Trained new and current employees to strengthen skills and performance.
• Supported KPIs, yield improvements, and new product development.

High School Diploma – Raytown Senior High (2000)

Correspondence Course in Flour Milling – IAOM (2013 – 2014)

Expert Milling Course in Milling – Kansas State University / Bühler (2014 – 2015)