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Qualifications Profile

Dynamic and results-oriented professional, offering extensive experience in plant operations and production management; with focus on

business development, facility administration, and employee leadership. Innovative and data-driven problem solver, with capability of

analyzing an organization’s management and operational procedures; identifying deficiencies and potential opportunities; and creating

innovative solutions to increase reliability and improve productivity. Armed with proven track record of success in profit growth,

cost reduction, and organizational efficiency; complemented with strong communication, multitasking, analytical, entrepreneurial, and

management aptitudes.

Core Competencies

Continuous Process Improvements

Administrative and General Management

Safety and Regulatory Compliance

Budget Administration

Strategic Planning and Implementation

Organizational Leadership and Team Building

Relevant Experience

Weather Shield Mfg. Various Locations

Plant Manager, Ladysmith, WI - 2014–Present

Render expert oversight to the entire operations of three plants 610,000 total sq. ft., which includes production of wood, clad,

vinyl clad, vinyl windows, IG units, and screens, paint, stain lines, and aluminum

Manage three glass lines, “Quanex” dual seal spacer

Assume full responsibility in handling the $14M-dollar inventory

Supervise the performance of a team consisting of 500 members to ensure high quality and on time work

Notable Accomplishment:

Displayed expertise in successfully producing 360,000 window units in 2014

Plant Manager, Park Falls, WI - 2011–2014

Managed all aspects of a 400,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility with 150 employees while overseeing a $9M-dollar inventory

Produce wood, vinyl, steel, and fiberglass doors as well as a “Quanex” dura seal spacer glass line

Notable Accomplishments:

Obtained a $1.4M annual savings by decreasing cost per opening from $183 to $125

Accomplished the on-time and within the budget production of 45,000 units annually

Achieved significant reduction in minutes per opening (MPO) from 304 to 277 as well as back orders (BO) from 4.42% to 1.00%

Succeeded in minimizing the indirect labor headcount from 34 to 16

Plant Manager, Logan, UT - 2000–2008

Oversaw the manufacturing operations of a 247,000 sq. ft. facility to guarantee compliance and attainment of established goals

Directed the execution of lean production process, called demand flow technology (DFT)

Monitored the performance of more than 300 employees with three shifts

Notable Accomplishment:

Played an integral role in decreasing production and delivery lead times from 3 weeks to 10 days; scrap glass cost by 50%; and the

production cycle times by 10%

Exemplified proficiency in spearheading the startup of two new production lines

Launched the direct sales and factory direct field service program in Salt Lake area, which resulted in achieving $2M direct sales

within the first year

Syron Industries Syracuse, NY

Plant Manager - 2010–2011

Supervised the smooth operations of the entire facility including the production of vinyl windows, patio doors, and entry doors as

well as glass production–Dura Seal

Notable Accomplishments:

Demonstrated adeptness in increasing units per man hour from 1.3 to 1.9

Drove key efforts in spearheading production of 40,000 units in 2010

ABC Seamless Smithfield, UT

Sales Associate - 2008–2010

Performed extensive in-home estimation and sales of windows, doors, siding, roofing, soffit/fascia, gutters, vinyl windows, seamless

steel siding/gutter, and metal roofing

Earlier Positions Held:

Weather Shield Mfg.

Plant Manager, Medford, WI

R.O.W. Window Company. Joliet, IL

Plant Manager

Horizon Window; Inc. Elizabethtown, KY

Plant Manager Assistant General Manager

CertainTeed Corp. Jackson, MI

Window Fabrication Technician

Norco Windows; (JELD-WEN) Hawkins, WI/Twin Falls, ID

Production Manager

Other Experience

Denver Burglar Alarm Denver, CO

Alarm Technician/Armed Guard

C.P.P. Security Denver, CO

Armed Guard

Suburban Community Training & Service Center Denver, CO

Assistant Teacher

Education

General Studies

University of Wisconsin–Stout, Menomonie, WI

Professional Development

Demand Flow Technology (DFT) Certified Supervisor Training

DFT Certification

Kaizen Certification

Principles of Demand Flow Technology (DFT) Training

Activities

High School Softball Coach

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