Craig Retzleff

*** *** ******, * *****, W I * ***8

Cell: 920-***-**** : acb1t7@r.postjobfree.com

Summary

Versatile manager trained in managerial roles who thrives in dynamic, challenging and fast-paced professional

environments. Assertive and enthusiastic, with extensive knowledge of manufacturing and an unsurpassed worth ethic.

Highlights

Strategic planning Process improvement strategies

Negotiations expert Inventory control

Six Sigma Certification Troubleshooting and problem solving

Procedure development Dedicated

Lean manufacturing and design Cost reduction and containment

Team building

Experience

Plant Manager

January 2013 to October 2013

Phoenix Coaters - Beaver Dam, WI

Mastered the intricacies of the process flow within each department to improve overall production numbers by

10%.

Led regular stand-up meetings, events and continuous improvement projects with measurable goals. (KPI's)

Established and adjusted work procedures to meet production schedules to improve on time shipments goal

98.5% on time.

Identified staffing and capital needs, collected relevant data and wrote justifications for established needs.

Enforced a culture of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement while providing operational leadership.

Organized, prioritized and managed plant maintenance projects to keep facility safe, efficient and clean.

Developed and maintained strong and clear communication and rapport with plant personnel on a monthly

meeting bases.

Completed key projects on time, on budget and with a high level of accuracy.

General Manager

September 2009 to January 2013

Advanced Coatings - West Bend, WI

Managed team of 30 employees when I started within 6 months we had 75 employees.

Headed up sales initiative to a quire the new work to grow the business.

Increased profits by developing, initiating, and managing the purchasing of new equipment along with training for

the equipment added.

Reduced and controlled expenses by measuring all controables.

Implemented new quality objectives to work towards ISO certification.

Monitored project schedules by setting up project trackers for each new project.

Assistant Plant Manager

November 2007 to September 2009

Phoenix Coaters - Beaver Dam, WI

Established and adjusted work procedures to meet production schedules to ensure on time shipments.

Supervised production schedules, production quality and on time delivery.

Defined manufacturing performance standards and reviewed the performance outcomes to set future targets and

goals.

Diligently maintained safety and quality standards.

Implemented root cause and corrective actions to remove production constraints and improve product quality.

Collaborated with the engineering team to adjust and modify production equipment.

Trained, developed and counseled employees to develop a high performing team.

Optimized scheduling based on deep expertise of machine capacities and equipment.Optimized scheduling

based on deep expertise of machine capacities and equipment.

Coached employees in developing and achieving individual performance goals.

Organized, prioritized and managed plant maintenance projects to keep facility safe, efficient and clean.

Production Supervisor

April 1988 to November 2007

Metalcraft of Mayville - Mayville, WI

Led regular stand-up meetings, events and continuous improvement projects with measurable goals.

Coordinated closely with quality control regarding products awaiting dispositions.

Maintained and enforced a safe and clean working environment at all times.

Coordinated preventative maintenance on existing and new production equipment, including routine calibration.

Maintained and enforced a safe and clean working environment at all times.

Coordinated preventative maintenance on existing and new production equipment, including routine calibration.

Established and adjusted work procedures to meet production schedules.

Supervised production schedules, production quality and on time delivery.

Diligently maintained safety and quality standards.

Implemented root cause and corrective actions to remove production constraints and improve product quality.

Improved efficiency and productivity by eliminating waste and production constraints.

Trained, developed and counseled employees to develop a high performing team.

Completed key projects on time, on budget and with a high level of accuracy.

Coached employees in developing and achieving individual performance goals.

Developed and maintained strong and clear communication and rapport with plant personnel.

Education

High School Diploma : 1987

Oakfield High School - Oakfield, WI

Lean Manufacturing Training

Kan ban Training

SAI Methods

6sigma Training

Quick Response Manufacturing Training

Caterpillar Global 8D Training

Hazardous waste Training

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