Education:
DeVry University Online Bachelors of Science Degree Technical Management
Degree Completed 2012 Managerial Emphasis
Newport Business Institute Associates Degree Business Administration
Degree Completed 2002 Accounting Emphasis
Related Professional Experience:
Eureka Resources LLC Williamsport, PA 11/2013 – 9/2015
Assistant Plant Manager
Assume duties of plant manager as required
Effectively managing all daily operations of the plant
Creating and instituting company policy
Formulating and disseminating SOP’s relating to production and safety
Interview perspective employees and hiring
Develop and install processing procedures to promote communication
Oversee utilization of staff resources and migrate workers to optimize production.
Complete performance evaluations on all employees
Oversee maintenance program to ensure smooth and effective operations
The HON Company Williamsport, PA 6/1990 – 4/2000
Lean Manufacturing Technician/Supervisor
Utilize Lean Manufacturing strategies to improve manufacturing processes
Supervise up to 50 employees daily
Lead teams for continuous improvement events
Work directly with Toyota Consultants to increase productivity
Responsible for improvement of quality, safety and efficiency
Travel to Sister Plants to observe and learn new products to be instituted
Create new work cells and train employees on all phases of product production
Formulate all production and quality standards
Troubleshoot all problems within work cells to ensure efficiency
Penn Wire Rope Williamsport, PA 5/1986 – 8/1990
Supervisor/Working Lead
Plan and execute the production schedule including human and material resources.
Resolve employee relationship issues, evaluate conflicts and determine disciplinary actions
Instruct 25 employees in daily operational activities
Monitor all aspects of quality and correct deviations
Train employees in new job duties
Perform daily Preventative Maintenance on machinery
Devise and incorporate new procedure to eliminate waste
Phoenix Trim Inc. Williamsport, PA 2/2010 – 11/2013
Utility Operator
Operate and maintain machinery in various departments
Ensure daily production output
Monitor quality and make adjustments as necessary
Assist in creating samples for new products
Work directly with Shipping to ensure timely delivery
Understand and operate all equipment throughout the plant
Grit Publishing Inc. Montoursville, PA 7/2008 – 12/2009
Mailroom Technician
Operate all machines within the mailing department
Ensure daily production output
Assist on printing process
Monitor and maintain quality of product
Primus Technologies Inc. Williamsport, PA 9/2002 – 5/2008
Lead SMT Operator
Program and operate all components of SMT line
Make proper adjustment to ensure product integrity
Set up all machines in the line
Pre-inspect product to verify correct placement of components
Post Flo inspection to assure quality of product
Train new SMT operators on all job duties
Skills & Strengths:
Lean,Six Sigma, ISO 9000 and 5S certified
Strong management skills in daily operation of plant
Proven problem solving skills to identify opportunities for improvement
Strong interpersonal skills both oral and written
Highly skilled, clear and concise communicator to all levels of the organization
Fluent at Standard Operation Procedure and Policy writing
Promotes team play and cooperation, adept at training and leading
Able to drive change with tenacity while maintaining manufacturing compliance
Ability to learn quickly and willing to be hands-on