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Plant Manager, General Manager, Operations Manager Resume
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| Desired Industry: Manufacturing |
SpiderID: 9674 |
| Desired Job Location: Tucson, Phoenix, Yuma, Arizona |
Date Posted: 11/15/2006 |
| Type of Position: Full-Time Permanent |
Availability Date: 2 Weeks Notice |
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U.S. Work Authorization: Yes |
| Job Level: Management (Manager, Director) |
Willing to Travel: Yes, Less Than 25% |
| Highest Degree Attained: MBA |
Willing to Relocate: Yes |
Objective:
SENIOR MANAGEMENT PROFILE
Manufacturing Management * Process Reengineering * Operations Management
Accomplished senior manager with a twenty-plus-year record of results leading operations in diverse manufacturing environments. Demonstrated achievements implementing lean/flow manufacturing, process improvement, standardization, and cost-control initiatives. Visionary planner and analytical problem solver
with a "big picture" mentality. Hands-on change manager adept in strategic planning and execution. Strong leader and team builder with excellent negotiation and relationship building skills.
Core competencies include:
* P&L Accountability
* Critical Thinking
* Strategic Planning
* Six Sigma Certified
* Production Planning & Forecasting
* Cellular/Flow Manufacturing
* Capital Equipment Purchasing
* Leadership & Team Building
* Statistical Process Control
* Continuous Improvement
* Quality Management
* Value Stream Mapping
Experience:
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
PRO ORTHOPEDIC DEVICES, INC., Tucson, AZ, 1996-Present
Plant Manager
Direct plant operations, production planning, and P&L for this $10 million manufacturer and OEM of orthopedic and sports medicine products. Administer budgets and report financial status to President/Principal. Develop and implement production policies and procedures. Manage production, purchasing, engineering, materials, and quality control. Instituted lean and cellular manufacturing, quality programs, and process improvements. Procure manufacturing equipment. Recommend, source, and implement software (Rounter, Costing, Data
Collection, AutoCad). Deliver on-site, design, and trade show support to sales personnel. Interface with Accounting and Customer Service to define and execute organizational strategies aligned with lean manufacturing and Kaizen principles. Interact with customers, physicians, and orthopedic specialists.
Key Achievements:
* Streamlined production by implementing key systems and process improvements, including lean, 5S, and cellular manufacturing, SPC/TQM quality programs, value stream mapping, and capacity control.
* Decreased product throughput 70% via comprehensive capacity and equipment utilization studies.
* Reduced final rejects 54% by developing and implementing quality processes.
* Lowered product costs 30% by designing and executing cellular manufacturing strategies.
* Led early-stage implementation of Six Sigma components incorporating SDLC to business processes.
* Spearheaded design, testing, and manufacturing of 20+ new major product lines.
* Increased flow and throughput by implementing product costing/routing and data collection modules.
* Reduced overall production expenses by establishing and implementing budget controls.
* Reduced materials $200k by implementing Kanban-Pull and production control systems
* Implemented five major product lines while minimizing manufacturing disruption and fragmentation.
* Introduced product costing, standards, and manufacturing/SG & A overhead rates.
U.S. VIBRA, INC., Tucson, AZ, 1995-1996
Operations Manager
Managed operations for this $6 million manufacturer and subcontractor of vibratory feeders and gear manufacturing for the aerospace industry, reporting directly to the President. Oversaw production encompassing 100 employees and two shifts. Administered purchasing of specialized equipment. Developed and implemented management operating control system, employee skills training program, and management reporting structure.
Key Achievements:
* Increased production output 35% and sales 40% with no increase in manpower and minimal overtime.
* Streamlined processes by implementing quality program aligned with MIL-45208A specifications.
* Developed and implemented management operations manual and supervisory training program.
PCA INDUSTRIES, INC., St. Louis, MO, 1993-1995
Plant Manager
Oversaw plant operations and production for this $6 million privately held manufacturer of school ground equipment with 80 personnel and two shifts, reporting to the General Manager. Managed engineering, purchasing, and quality control. Developed and executed safety and maintenance programs. Ensured compliance with local and federal regulations. Procured and purchased capital equipment.
Key Achievements:
* Reduced production costs by instituting cost reduction program and job shop control programs.
* Led manufacturing for launch of two new major product lines.
MRL INDUSTRIES, INC., St. Charles, MO, 1989-1993
Plant Superintendent
Led plant operations for this $5 million manufacturer and subcontractor of heavy equipment and systems that supported the U.S. Military (DOD). Oversaw operations, quality control, engineering, and purchasing. Developed and implemented safety and testing programs. Implemented, SPC, TQM, and inspection aligned with MIL-45208A. Performed process analysis and time studies. Launched product lines.
Key Achievements:
* Designed and implemented production line manufacturing (ROWPU) water osmosis/purification units.
* Developed automated processes using robotic equipment and introduced work stations with fixtures.
EARLY EXPERIENCE
TEXAS IRON WORKS, INC., Houston, TX
Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Lead NC/CNC Programmer
NC/CNC Programmer
Machinist Specialist
Education:
EDUCATION / PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
MBA, UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX, Tucson, AZ
BS, UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON, Houston, TX
Six Sigma Black Belt Certified, 2006
Six Sigma Green Belt Certified, 2006
Lean Manufacturing, 2003
Cellular Manufacturing, 1999
Affiliations:
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME)
Institution of Industrial Engineers (IIE)
Skills:
TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE
Microsoft Windows, Unix, Office, Corel, AutoCad, Access, Compact II, Fortran, UCC-APT, Minitab 14
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