William Shepherd
About William Shepherd
William Shepherd is a Senior Distribution Supervisor at Medtronic and a Team Leader II at General Mills, with extensive experience in the aviation, food, and medical device industries.
Current Role at Medtronic
William Shepherd serves as the Senior Distribution Supervisor at Medtronic in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota. He began this role on January 1, 2020. His responsibilities include overseeing distribution operations and ensuring the efficiency of the supply chain within the company. His experience in both manufacturing and distribution makes him well-suited for this position.
Role at General Mills
William Shepherd currently holds the position of Team Leader II at General Mills in Chanhassen, Minnesota. Before this, he served as the Unbaked Platform Leader at the same company from 2014 to 2020. Over his 6-year tenure, he has played a vital role in leading teams and optimizing product platforms. His dual role experience at General Mills reflects his capability in managing complex processes in the food industry.
Previous Leadership at Medtronic
From 2016 to 2020, William Shepherd worked as a Senior Manufacturing Supervisor at Medtronic in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota. In this role, he was responsible for supervising manufacturing operations and ensuring high-quality production output. His experience in both manufacturing and distribution at Medtronic has provided him a comprehensive understanding of the medical device industry.
Experience at Northwest Airlines
William Shepherd has extensive experience in the aviation industry, having served as the AOG Response Manager at Northwest Airlines from 1984 to 2008. His 24-year tenure at Northwest Airlines is marked by his expertise in managing Aircraft on Ground (AOG) situations, where he was responsible for rapid response to aircraft maintenance issues to minimize downtime and operational disruptions. This role honed his crisis management and problem-solving skills.
Diverse Industry Background
William Shepherd’s career spans multiple industries, including aviation, food, and medical devices. His roles have ranged from AOG Response Manager at Northwest Airlines to leadership positions at General Mills and Medtronic. This extensive and varied background showcases his adaptability and proficiency in managing diverse team environments and operational challenges across different sectors.