DAVID B. CHASE

*** ********** ***** *******, ******* 30701

Telephone: 706-***-**** Email: ab2ept@r.postjobfree.com

PRODUCTION/MANUFACTURING/PLANT MANAGER WITH 15+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

• A results-driven Plant Manager offering progressive industry experience directing all aspects of production

operations under high-volume, time-critical conditions for several billion dollar global corporations cross-industry;

recognized for consistently exceeding manufacturing quotas through expertise in efficiency/output, expense

containment, quality assurance, conformance and process innovation.

• An innovator with keen bottom-line focus and a proven record of reducing costs, upholding fiscal integrity and

enhancing operations through the delivery of value-added programs, policies, systems and procedures;

demonstrated ability of developing constructive teams with a broad and diverse group of cross-functional business

partners, influencing key internal/external stakeholders and establishing a cooperative climate across multiple

departments/divisions.

• Exceptional interpersonal, organizational and multi-tasking skills; superior written, oral and technical aptitude with

strong qualifications in personnel development, relationship management and performance improvement.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Manufacturing Operations Continuous Improvement Production

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Allocation/Scheduling

Functional Change Management Quality Assurance Systems Delivery/Deadline Management

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• • • Infrastructure

Production Needs Analysis Logistics/Material Movement

• • • Departmental/Group

Waste Reduction/Cost Control Workforce/People Planning

• • Collaboration

Inventory/Visual Management Staff Supervision/Training

• Team/Leadership Development

DESIGNATIONS

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (CLSSBB) Certification ( In Process) - Villanova University; Projected: November 2013

BREADTH OF KNOWLEDGE

5s 5Why’s JIT Kaizen KPI’s Lean Implementation (Toyo Start-Up) Material Flow and Kanban Poka-Yoke

Standardized Work TAKT Time Toyota Production System (TPS) In The Automotive Industry TPM

PROCESS SPECIALTIES

Adhesives Assembly Batch Mixing (Rubber and Chemicals) Coatings

Pelletized Products Rubber Extrusion Solvents

PROFESSIONAL CHRONOLOGY

QEP (Flooring and Industrial Solutions) Dalton, GA Oct. 2012 - Mar. 2013

Manufacturing Manager

DHM Adhesives Calhoun, GA Mar. 2011 - Aug. 2012

Plant Manager

Toyo Tires of North America White, GA Nov. 2005 - Mar. 2011

Assistant Division Manager/Plant Coordinator

Mohawk Industries Sugar Valley, GA May 1997 - Nov. 2005

Coater Supervisor

NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS

• Project leader using Kaizen method (Lean Manufacturing Approach); Accomplishments include:

QEP:

• Improved PPPH from 54 gallons per hour to 74 gallons per hour pulled in Adhesives; achieved results by

restructuring shifts, reducing headcount by five and implementing a floater on each shift.

• Improved overall output on Kalfass by 83%; implemented SOP’s and properly trained operators to perform their

assigned duties appropriately.

DHM Adhesives:

• Implemented Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), SOP’s and training programs for the production process.

• Improved overall schedule attainment from 82% efficient to 102% efficient in first nine months with the company.

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NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS (CONTINUED)

• Created a nine-step quality system including verification and re-verification (auditing) of the appropriate materials

and amounts for utilization.

• Deployed a work order system, along with a PM program, for the maintenance department; resulted in a punctual

PM schedule, accurate tracking of maintenance department inventories and the ability to set up

minimum/maximum (re-order points) on all maintenance department inventories.

Plant Start Up’s (Toyo):

• Developed a new scheduling system (continuous improvement) that improved daily production results by 74%,

saving the company over $200K in labor.

• Assisted in creating Standard Operating Procedures, hiring and training of all the initial personnel for the Mixing

department; spent three weeks in Japan.

• Implemented SOP’s and training programs for the production process.

• Integral member of a team responsible for helping Toyo to achieve their ISO 9000 Certification.

Mohawk Industries:

• Enhanced process (continuous improvement) by working with companies to improve latex and maximize speed of

coater; increased speed by 66%, decreased latex cost by $200K and reduced labor by $100K in one year.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS/HIGHLIGHTS OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

• Planned, coordinated, organized and controlled operations to ensure the efficient production of various goods on

time and at the appropriate price point to meet customer demands; managed:

$280M business comprised of a comprehensive line of flooring installation tools, adhesives and products .

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All phases of manufacturing for a $28M business considered the best hotmelt adhesive technology contract

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manufacturing partner in the USA.

A $3.8B worldwide leader in replacement tires for nearly all makes and models including high- performance cars,

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luxury vehicles, light trucks, SUV’s and commercial trucks.

The world’s largest flooring company with annual revues of $5.8B operating in North America, Europe, Asia and

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Australia.

• Managed large/diverse groups of salaried and non-salaried personnel responsible for daily departmental goals,

weekly production schedules and production attainment; oversaw multiple departments with staffs of up to 175

including Supervisors and employees ensuring the cost-effectiveness of the production process.

• Liaised between all departments to improve and ensure effective process flow and proper training.

• Implemented proper quality systems and enforced compliance to manufacturing protocols/practices.

• Coordinated and executed solutions from process analysis and general department projects.

• Communicated daily with multiple departments; provided accurate production status, working jointly to resolve

pricing and/or production issues.

• Led process improvements and waste reduction projects through Kaizen.

• Performed as Manager/Auditor of 5s throughout departments; worked directly with Quality Engineers to address

all QIR’s throughout the departments and reduce material costs.

• Problem-solved machinery issues with department engineers, ensuring the proper maintenance of all equipment.

• Assisted in hiring of department personnel; facilitated the ongoing coaching and development of associates.

• Collaborated with Human Resources to produce policies and procedures for the plant; identified and implemented

quality improvement initiatives, created and updated Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) as needed and

directed staff in the development, analysis and preparation of reports.

• Provided a safe environment by adhering to OSHA/NIOSH standards.

• Performed product development, production allocation, scheduling and shipping, price negotiations, quality control

and liability management; developed seasonal time/action calendars and worked in tandem with (specific

departments / production, quality, technical and sales group) for product development.

• Cultivated relationships with external suppliers/vendors to negotiate optimal pricing and maintain critical

production schedules; supplied competitive costing, production time/action information and delivery confirmations

to secure large volume production orders.

EDUCATION

Coursework Toward a Degree in Business Administration - Dalton State College, Dalton, Georgia

TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES

Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) Windows Operating Systems AS400

Cadios System (QAD Lean Manufacturing Software)

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