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Jesse Clark
Objective
To obtain a position in which my experiences in plant management, continuous
improvement and customer service are key contributors to a successful goal oriented
culture.
Summary
Experience managing all aspects of retail and production environments, including
implementing new processes, control plans, FMEA, selecting and managing staff,
budgeting, establishing and monitoring productivity goals, leading cross-functional teams
on continuous improvement projects and Kaizen events. Certified Six Sigma Black Belt.
Possess key analytical thinking skills as well as technical skills. Have a high competency
using Microsoft office, Minitab 15, and multiple MRP / ERP systems. I have proven
leadership skills in lean environments and have a strong understanding, as well as,
experience with such concepts as; 5S, Toyota Manufacturing, Just-In Time, Six Sigma,
SPC, and TQM.
Professional Experience
July 2012 June 2013
Ayrshire Electronics
Harrodsburg, KY
Manufacturing Manager
• Responsible for the results of Plant operations • Setup dedicated lines in support of two large-
• Member of Senior Staff scale Tier one automotive suppliers. PPAP
approvals accomplished
• Reduced labor by 2%
• Lead Kaizen teams to decrease setup times,
• Increased the utilization of Statistical Process improve line side stocking, and improve
Control throughout the organization warehouse organization
• Led and initiated Six Sigma Initiatives to improve • Developed a customer oriented culture throughout
customer satisfaction the plant operation
• Responsible for planning and purchasing capital • Developed and maintained relationships with key
equipment customer contacts
• •
Set up data collection systems for earned hours Improved Visual Shop Floor management
and critical process indicators
• Initiated a building expansion and purchase
project. Oversaw the project as the acting
Project Manager.
S eptember 2010 May 2012
Cintas Corporation
Nashville, Tennessee
Plant Manager
• Managed all aspects of a 3 shift operation, 65 •
plant Helped lead the location to back-to-back
employees Outstanding Achievement Awards
• Responsible for maintaining and improving • Responsible for yearly forecasting and planning
safety and culture of capital expenditures
• Reduced TIR from 11.7 to 2.13 during my tenure • Set up data collection systems for earned hours
w ith zero lost time injuries and critical process indicators
• Responsible for maintaining OSHA and EPA • Set and monitored cleaning quality standards
•
compliance Significantly reduced labor and plant expenses
• Responsible for maintaining inventory levels to which helped the company become a top
meet demands and purchase orders ranking Production facility within the region
• Led and initiated Six Sigma Initiatives to improve
customer satisfaction and KPIs
July 2004 September 2010
TS3 Technology
Franklin, Tennessee
Production Supervisor
• Managed 4 directs and 64 indirect employees • Trained new and existing employees in a
• Produced timely reports daily, weekly, monthly, multitude of manufacturing principles and
concepts (5S, Lean, Six Sigma, SPC, TPS,
and yearly for key dashboard metrics
and SPC)
• Led and coordinated continuous improvement and
• One of two corporate Six Sigma Black Belts
kaizen teams
• Managed two different areas of expertise
• Utilized SPC to ensure process control and to
including electronic system integration and
identify areas for improvement
telecom repair/sales
• Worked with customers to ensure design for
• Established ISO 9001, 13485, and AS 9100
manufacturability
compliance
• P&L responsibility for two cost centers
F eb. 2000 June 2004
Ashland Oil Company
Hermitage, Tennessee
Store Manager
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Managed two locations and Implemented inventory Kanban to reduce
upwards of 14 employees inventory shortages and overages
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Increased service sales by 14% No loss time accidents over the
over a two year period 4 year period
• •
Maintained and exceeded Consistently exceeded revenue
company sales goals by 10% and profit projections
• •
Responsible for all aspects of Lead monthly customer service classes for
Profit and Loss multiple locations
Education
Degrees
Bethel University
Projected Graduation date May ‘13
B.S. Business Management and Organizational Development
Certifications
April 2009 Dec. 2009
G eorge Mason University
Herndon, Virginia
Six Sigma Black Belt Certification
July 2011
C intas Corporation
Plant Manager Certification
Professional and Community Memberships
Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma, and Lean Group Kaizen Continuous Improvement Experts