Manager Quality Assurance
Resume:
Jerry R Hosea Jr.
**O Cooley Bridge Rd.
Belton, SC. 29627
Professional
Summary
A seasoned professional with practical experience and a solid understanding
of a diverse range of management applications including Distribution,
Transportation, Warehousing, Quality Assurance, Production and Safety.
Possesses a working knowledge of ISO 9000 and Lean Manufacturing business
initiatives. Demonstrates the ability to motivate in a team environment and
also train and retain self-motivated, customer oriented associates.
Career
Experience
Draexlmaier Automotive Group
Duncan, SC
Logistics Supervisor 2011- Present
Managed all aspects of the logistical process related to the Injection
Molding Department, High Bay Warehouse and the Production/Assembly Lines.
* Responsible for 160 associates and specific work assignments.
* Managed the work process training and development of associates across
multiple departments.
* Developed alternative work processes for existing procedures and material
flow patterns.
* Supervised the startup program of the Cadillac XTS series and the
material flow concepts and processes.
* Implemented delivery process via flow racks and line side presentations
through forklift and train systems.
BMW / MAU
Dock Controller
Duncan, SC 2009-2011
Responsible for the logistical flow of parts within the new plant and start
up project at BMW .
*Managed the parts supply from the warehouse to the door line based on
specific consumption and line side demands.
* Controlled all of the hot calls for parts that were depleted due to
quality issues and supplier shortages.
* Managed the labor needs and specific assignments on a daily basis.
* Assisted in the material flow plan related to the door line and hot part
delivery system.
* Supervised the Warehouse on Wheels concept dealing directly with
suppliers and orientation of parts entering the plant.
Spartan Logistics
2008 - 2009
Anderson, SC
General Manager
Responsibilities of The General Manager included the distribution for
Kroger Bakery throughout the Southeastern United States. Our products are
received in bulk shipments managed by our Transportation Department. Pic-
Pack operations are performed in the Distribution Center in consecutive
overlapping shifts.
The General Manager position includes all Budget and P&L responsibilities,
along with managing Associates and Equipment duties.
* Designed process improvements allowing production numbers to increase by
36% while decreasing labor costs.
*Established improved shift models which allowed for increased revenue
gains in transportation and quality control improvements.
* Reduced turnover ratio by improved coaching and training methods.
* Promoted four associates into Supervisory rolls from within current
workforce.
UTI Logistics/BMW 2007-2008
Duncan, SC.
Assembly Floor Supervisor
Responsibilities included the timely distribution of vendor products and
parts into The BMW Assembly Plant and to each station of quality checks
and/or assembly.
* Developed new operation process for window trim execution from inventory
to door line station.
* Developed new operational quality assurance procedures for Gas Tank
receiving and verification.
*Reconfigured staging area for extremely sensitive parts i.e. Air Bags,
Speakers,
for the purpose of quality assurance and accuracy
* Ensured that all new procedures were implemented according to BMW
standards of operation.
* Managed 45 associates during production shifts.
Sofa Express and More
2005-2007
Laurens, SC.
Operations Manager
A Manager with the responsibility for the successful operation of our
companies Southern Distribution Center. These responsibilities include;
Personnel, Transportation, Shipping/Receiving, and Inventory. All budget
concerns fall under the scope of this position
* Took 4. 7 million dollar inventory with 37% accuracy and turned it into
an inventory with 98. 73 % accuracy.
* Re-structured the workforce and reduced labor deficiencies. These changes
resulted in savings of an average of 400 labor hours each week off budgeted
goals.
* Established our Distribution Center and the stores we serviced into the
number one region in the entire company.
A & M Cleaning Products, Inc. "Greased-Lightning" 2003 -
2005
Central, SC.
Distribution Manager
Efficient Manager with responsibilities that include every aspect of the
Distribution Center. As Distribution Manager, I control the entire
operation to include; Personnel, Transportation, Shipping/Receiving, and
Inventory. All budget concerns fall under the scope of this position from
payroll to equipment lease/purchases.
* Re-organized the Distribution Warehouse in order to create a more
efficient and productive facility that enabled us to improve our inventory
accuracy and product rotations.
* Created a large network of Transportation Carriers to establish lower
tariffs while increasing service levels.
* Improved our computer capabilities to provide customer tracking which
allows us to improve our fill rates and service levels.
* Through Process Analysis and Testing, we were able to triple our
production while significantly decreasing shipping errors.
BI-LO, LLC.
1997-2002
Mauldin, SC
Safety/Sanitation Manager and Surplus Equipment Manager
During my tenure, I served in both capacities as a Manager with a full
range of logistical and financial responsibilities.
As Safety and Sanitation Manager, I was responsible for all safety aspects
of the Distribution Centers to include Training, Record Maintenance and
Sanitation Inspections.
* Developed the Forklift Training for the Distribution Department after the
Federal Government signed the legislation making it a requirement under
OSHA specifications.
* Constructed The Emergency Evacuation Procedures for BI-LO Corporate
Facilities and Distribution Centers in accordance to OSHA standards, due to
the construction of a new Frozen Food Distribution Center.
AS Surplus Equipment Manager, I maintained the fixed assets inventory and
the recouping of company revenue through the inventory and sale of surplus
equipment.
* Created a Return Authorization Policy for the purpose of tracking assets
throughout the company.
* Established a large network of affiliates for the purpose of selling
surplus equipment throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico.
References upon request
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