Gene Wright

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Powder Springs, Georgia 30127 Email: acc4oc@r.postjobfree.com

Executive Summary

As an accomplished and result-driven professional with over 16 years of wide-range experience that has exhibited an extraordinary record of helping

drive high value revenue, larger profit gains, soft and hard cost savings, improving organizational productivity and performance. Being a consistent

change agent with proven talents for building customer-focused organizations that exceeds goals year after year with recruiting and development of

others with an equal desire to excel and win. Having a vast experience within a multiple of manufacturing environments has prepared this

professional for opportunities within an executive role. Management style has been known for being diplomatic, personable, demanding, holds

oneself and team for accountability, hands on and requires no excuses but requiring solutions to developing self sufficient teams of 500 plus and 20

plus direct reports in engineering, health & safety, quality, production, maintenance, production planning, inventory and purchasing. Well known of

having a “2 month” proven track record for improvements by devising, evaluating, and implementing continuous process improvements to minimize

waste in efficiencies and scrap costs. Excellent communicator, successful in building cohesive teams with focuses on cost, safety, quality and

throughput.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Profit & Loss Management Cultural Sensitivity

Increasing Operating Margins Quality

Implementing Manufacturing Best Practices Lean Manufacturing

Improving Business Processes Business Process Optimization

Defining Performance Metrics Leadership Development/Mentor

Implementing Large Complex Projects Strategic Analysis

Managing Multimillion Dollar Budgets and P&L New Product Management

Professional History

Habasit America Suwanee - Plant Manager/Suwanee Georgia – Conveyor Belting Engineering (2011 – Present)

A professional that manages a 320,000 sq ft plant that includes a Fabric & Plastic Belting Division, the largest of all in the United States that’s owned

by the Habasit European based company. With strong leadership and coaching skills along with participative management techniques, I have built

high performing and productive teams. A professional leader that emphasizes continuous improvements and lean principles within the organization

has brought about consistent and sustainable change for future endeavors. A professional leader that uses internal and external issue as opportunities

to push for change in excellence, while utilizing supportive management experience and capabilities to “move the needle”. A professional that is not

afraid to make the tough decisions to bring about changes to align with the company core values. A professional that makes decisions based on

business needs and capabilities but always emphasizes on the “customer experience”. A professional that’s big on building teams and acquiring or

retaining the right people to build on the company’s vision and goals

Core Accomplishments:

• Full P&L responsibility and management of $3.3M in capital expenditures.

• Has produced gradual profits from 2011 to 2013 that took the company from a $1.5 million to a $3.2 million in projected sales in

2013 meeting and exceeding projected sales targets for the first time in company US history

• Developed new quality procedures that helped in the improvement of the “Customer Experience” which lead to a reduction in customer

credits by 47% and resulted in a 64% reduction in quality incidents

• Developed leadership programs to mentor and coach management team for Habasit rescission plans

• Successfully manage all aspects of purchasing, inventory control, production planning, shipping and receiving functions.

• Have championed, implemented and trained production control companywide across 5 US plants

• Developed new KPI measuring tools to eliminate bottlenecks and improve in key areas without wasting valuable time to gain quick

improvements which has produced a 24% increase in on-time delivery that went from 74% to 98%

• Implemented and spearheaded the continuous training in the DuPont Stop Safety Program and ma intained safety for two (2) years and

counting "recordable free" while fostering a productive working environment

• Made and implemented strategic decisions concerning both human capitol and key resource requirements needed to meet core goals and

objectives.

AJIN USA - Sr. Executive Operations Manager/Cusseta, Alabama – Tier 1 Automotive Supplier to KIA & Hyundai (2008 – Feb 2011)

A senior professional reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, a position in which has responsibilities of managing a 526,000 sq ft plant with

a $260M P&L, Safety Program, Quality, Purchasing, Inventory, On Time Delivery, Lean Manufacturing Practices and Kaizen implementation.

Responsibility for development and execution of Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions, in which provides accountability and

structure within the company. Manufacturing responsibilities include 202 assembly & welding robots, metal stamping and blanking departments with

presses ranging from 250 to 2500 tons, WIP & raw material inventory storage and logistics. Other management responsibility includes but not

limited to: manpower, hiring and firing, developing and evaluating processes and procedures, time studies, reduction of downtime and scrap, increase

in production throughput, development, mentoring and coaching leadership, developing and implantation of various training programs.

Core Accomplishments:

• Spearheaded the development and implantation of company training program to help reduce quality defects and labor cost

• Created and implemented a mid and max system to control inventory levels toward control of budgetary responsibilities with an result in

10% annual savings

• Responsible for reviewing BOM’s for accuracy in pricing for customers and company price adjustments

• Implemented a plant-wide safety program that’s reduced Worker's Comp claims by 32%.

• Honed rich expertise in best practices/compliance, technology deployments, system automation, project deployment/rollouts, reporting and

tracking.

• Exhibits confidence and trust in inspiring teams and possesses strong professional ethics.

• Executive and proactive project leader; able to direct multiple tasks effectively and master outcomes.

• Technically savvy leader anticipating and delivering the highest standards of excellence in program manufacturing, operations

improvement, re-engineering, experimentation and project management

• Problem solver invigorated by creating viable solutions to complex issues. Motivator able to propel the productivity of personnel

• Track record of developing highly successful campaigns within projected budgets and on schedule

• Adept at leading by example, marshaling resources and creating professional atmosphere to accomplish objectives

• Natural communicator with strong motivational skills and the ability to support operational goals and meet business objectives.

• Lead, direct and guide automotive manufacturing engineers and other personnel.

• Develop, implement and monitor safety aspects and procedures in a work place

• Manage and supervise workers and engineers involved in automotive engineering processes

• Support and supervise the lifecycle of manufacturing processes and issues

• Ensure compliance of company, state, federal and local laws and regulations

• Technically savvy leader anticipating and delivering the highest standards of excellence in projects within manufacturing, operations

improvements, re-engineering, experimentation, and project management .

ALP Lighting - Manufacturing Manager/Lithia Springs, Georgia – Metal Stamping & Assembly Division (2002 – 2008)

Oversee and managed six direct reports and 170 plus non-exempt employees and all aspect of production, fabrications and quality. Has constantly

worked with all departments to reduce overall cost companywide in all cost centers, while working to develop and implement new testing methods to

reduce scrap and quality cost.

Core Accomplishments:

• Replaced labor-intense processes while simultaneously enhancing workflow through new technology that reduced staffing by 10%

• Implemented Just-in-Time (JIT) production methodology to control costs and inventory, resulting in a 20% improvement in efficiency and

reduction in inventory

• Introduced manufacturing processes and promoted new technologies to minimize customer costs and improve margins.

• Championed a Toyota Production System (TPS) to tackle efficiency and quality issues by reducing inventory levels by 10%, reducing

waste by 15%, implementing a “pull system” to avoid overproducing and a reduction in raw material cost

• Spearheaded a 5S program to tackle unnecessary company work force expenses that resulted in over $90,000 in saving in over a 7 month

period

• 5S, Kanban, and Lean implementation resulting in site wide increases in performance expectations.

• Developed, implemented, maintained, and controlled Manufacturing Assembly Instruction systems with (documentation control methods).

• Designed, developed, and implemented an extensive cross training matrix program directly tied to corporate goals and objectives.

• Reduction in direct/indirect labor costs substantially reduced within a 14-month period.

• Extensive involvement within R&D, Engineering and Materials in product development.

• Non-Conforming Materials Requirements (NCMR) process development and implementation.

• Designed, developed and produced tooling fixtures used in manufacturing and assembly production areas.

Briggs & Stratton - Production Manager/Statesboro, Georgia – Die Casting/Injection Molding/Metal Stamping/Assembly Areas (96 -02)

With knowledge of lean manufacturing and industrial trends, has allowed great success in running three totally different departments in Aluminum

Die-casting & Metal Stamping and Assembly. A manager that never shies away from constant positions of increasing responsibility and routine

correspondence that has provided a wide range of knowledge. Starting from a machine operator and in a short amount of time moving up the ladder

has commanded respect from amongst peers and upper management. Lead teams in cost controls, quality improvements, labor and productivity

efficiencies.

Core Accomplishments:

• Worked with Engineering to correct capacity rates, in capturing downtime, modifying pm system (preventive maintenance) and value

streaming work flow

• Reduced scrap by 18% through operator training, preventive maintenance, more quality visibility and evaluating and developing new

processes

• Maintained work flow by monitoring steps of the process; setting processing variables; observing control points and equipment; monitoring

personnel and resources; studying methods; implementing cost reductions; developing reporting procedures and systems; facilitating

corrections to malfunctions within process control points; initiating and fostering a spirit of cooperation within and between departments.

• Reviews and approves production control schedule for specified products. Coordinates with Production Control Manager on production

schedule.

• Creates and revises systems and procedures by analyzing operating practices, record-keeping systems, forms of control, budgetary and

personnel requirements implementing change.

• Accomplishes departmental goals by communicating job expectations, planning, monitoring and appraising job results, coaching,

counseling and disciplining employees, initiating, coordinating and enforcing systems, policies and procedures,

• Complete production plans by scheduling and assigning personnel; accomplishing work results; establishing priorities; monitoring

progress; revising schedules; resolving problems; reporting results during weekly manager meetings.

• Ensures operation of equipment communicating repair/equipment condition with maintenance staff, evaluating new equipment and

techniques.

• Provides manufacturing information by compiling, initiating, sorting, and analyzing production performance records and data; answering

questions and responding to requests.

• Promotes a safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of all control points, equipment, and

resources; maintaining compliance with established policies and procedures.

• Maintains working relationship with production associates and practices open communication in an effort to maintain an issue free

environment.

• Resolves personnel problems by analyzing data; investigating issues; identifying solutions; recommending corrective action to

Administration.

• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing

personal networks; benchmarking state-of-the-art practices; participating in professional societies.

United States Air Force: Moody AFB - Valdosta, Georgia Administration/Information Systems (1992-1996)

Skill Highlights: Continuous Improvement Principals * Just-in-Time (JIT) * Planning & Inventory Control * Total Quality Management

(TQM)* P&L / Capital Management * SOP & SLA Development * Cost Reduction / Avoidance * Change Management * Footprint Reduction*

Automation Implementations * Process Flow & Improvement * Organizational Development * Project Management * GMP- Best Practices * Health

& Safety * Multiple Site Management * 4 Years Injection Molding * 14 Years Metal Stamping * 11 Years High Pressure Die Casting * 7 Years Sales

Experience * Vast Technical Skills in Maintenances Functions

Accomplishments: Featured in Manufacturing Digital & Business Review North America Magazines * Military Air Force Honor Flight Award*

Successful in the Instillation and Training of the new “Kia’s Optima Car in Americas” Production Line * Spearheaded Several Instillation &

Equipment Rebuild Projects * Lead Several Projects to Reduce Company Footprint & Costs *

Key Capabilities: Power Point, Excel, Lotus Notes, Visio, Project Management, Root Cause Analysis, VSM, 5S Initiatives, Waste Reduction,

VOC Data Control, KPI Development, DMAIC Problem Solving Methodology, Project Planning & Controls, Poke Yoke, Project Management

Education

Master of Science, Industrial Engineering Management - Air Force Institute of Technology, Kettering Ohio (2011)

Bachelors of Science, Business Management - United States Air Force/Paine College, Valdosta Georgia (1996)

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