Manufacturing Leadership, Engineering, Six Sigma, Project Mgmt
Resume:
DANE SLAUGHTER
Delivering exceptional operational leadership that grows profits, increases quality, and drives efficiency.
Anderson, South Carolina 29621
864-***-**** (cell)
864-***-**** (home)
*************@*****.***
PROFILE
Hands-on, highly skilled in creating and executing the strategic roadmaps to improve processes and sustain long-term growth.
Career record of achieving profitability, cost control, and operational improvements in manufacturing and service-based organizations.
Talent for building teams and instilling a strong customer focus.
Natural leadership abilities to drive multiple, complex projects simultaneously in challenging economic climates.
Trusted relationship builder, able to form strategic partnerships and drive corporate expansion while reducing cost.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
ANDERSON UNIVERSITY, Anderson, South Carolina 2011-Present
Director of Facilities and Procurement
Direct and manage all aspects of Facility Operations including new construction and capital project management, fleet management, service and engineering support, utility operations, grounds and custodial maintenance, and conference services. Integrate all aspects of operational departments under a common, Facilities Management operation system and initiate Facilities Management best practices for improving and maintaining the 270 acre campus, 50+ buildings, 1,300 beds, and 850,000+ square feet of mixed-use space. Manage all aspects of capital maintenance and new construction, including, but not limited to, assisting in the design, engineering review, and permitting of complex projects and serving as the “owner’s representative” during the construction phases of multiple, multi-million dollar projects, simultaneously.
Key Accomplishments:
Developed Capital Maintenance Plan which identified, scoped, and prioritized deferred maintenance projects and secured funding to address over a dozen key initiatives to sustain and improve operations for the University.
Developed methods and processes which established coordination between internal departments and contractors.
Managed the architectural, engineering, and construction services to successfully complete 3 large capital projects with an aggregate spend of $8.5 million.
Oversee facility operations with an annual operating budget in excess of $5 million.
Developed several programs to increase the dependability and efficiency of engineering services to provide the students a safer and sustainable environment for living and learning.
SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY, Lakeland, Florida 2006-2011
Director of Facilities (2007-2011) and Procurement Officer (2006-2007)
Managed all aspects of Facility Operations including new construction and large renovation projects, fleet management, building and grounds maintenance, and custodial services. Initiated a University-wide procurement operation, developed key partnerships and negotiated contracts, and improved existing relationships with strategic suppliers to reduce costs while increasing service levels.
Key Accomplishments:
Successfully completed nearly a dozen capital projects over a 4-year period with a combined-spend of $15 million, while managing an operational budget of $5 million annually.
Implemented a robust preventive maintenance program, saving the institution 10% of the annual operating budget for 2 years in a row (savings in excess of $1 million annually by the end of the second year).
DANE SLAUGHTER
Delivering exceptional operational leadership that grows profits, increases quality, and drives efficiency.
Page 2
864-***-**** (cell)
*************@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
AMERIC EVOLVED, Charlotte, North Carolina 2003-2005
Director of Operations
Managed manufacturing, engineering, maintenance, and warehouse operations for a planned expansion via a joint-venture that increased annual company revenues from approximately $6 million to $15 million over a 2 year period.
Key Accomplishments:
Established and implemented procedures to improve quality metrics, increase production, and control costs.
Significantly improved scheduling and product flow by organizing and implementing capacity planning tools.
Interviewed, hired, and trained key staff members at all levels of the organization (responsible for 100+ employees).
Recognized and developed the opportunity to save in excess of $250K/year by establishing competitive supplier partnerships, reducing inventory, and negotiating contracts for raw materials.
Provided training to customers on the operational processes necessary to deliver a product that met or exceeded industry standards.
SPINERGY AND OTHER OPTICAL DISC MANUFACTURERS, Rochester, New York & Other States (NY, CT, PA, and FL) 2000-2003
Operations Specialist (2001-2003) and Independent Consultant (2000-2002)
Planned, directed, and managed business expansions that enabled companies to manufacture optical media (CD’s and DVD’s).
Key Accomplishments:
Organized and wrote business plan for all phases of expansion, developed operating budgets, and performed duties of key adviser to owners/senior leadership for equipment and supplier selections.
Directed all phases of construction for 2 clients and successfully launched manufacturing operations.
Interviewed, hired, and trained key staff members for several clients.
GENERAL ELECTRIC, Hendersonville, North Carolina 1997-1999
Team Leader / Manufacturing Engineer
Managed manufacturing operations and provided engineering support for assembly lines and other production operations involved in the manufacture of commercial lighting fixtures.
Key Accomplishments:
Directed 4 teams (approximately 70 employees) in assembly operations, representing approximately $40 million in revenue annually and provided engineering support to $70 million of revenue yearly.
Utilized Six Sigma training to reduce scrap and rework costs, yielding significant savings to the department.
Performed duties of ISO Internal Auditor successfully for 2 years.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
CERTIFICATIONS, MEMBERSHIPS, AND OTHER LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
Six Sigma Greenbelt Certification–General Electric
Certified Manufacturing Technologist (Society of Manufacturing Engineers)
Intermediate Maintenance of Traffic (DOT Certified, 2010-2014)
Member of Internal Planning Group (Anderson University, 2012)
EDUCATION
BALL STATE UNIVERSITY, Muncie, Indiana
Bachelor of Science, Industrial Technology
Honors – Summa Cum Laude (GPA: 3.94/4.00)
Class of 1990
EASTERN HIGH SCHOOL, Greentown, Indiana
Majors: Math, Science, Industrial Arts, and Spanish
Honors – Summa Cum Laude (GPA: 4.00/4.00)
Valedictorian
Class of 1986
OTHER
Long Distance Running (1989-Present)
Completed 4 marathons and other long-distance races
Two-time qualifier for the Boston Marathon
Personal Best – 3hr, 10min
Total Distance Logged since 1989: >30,000 Miles
Budget Counselor (2005-Present)
Crown Financial Ministries
Habitat for Humanity (1990-1997)
Board of Directors, Construction Site Supervisor, Project Coordinator, Construction Volunteer, and Nurturing Partner
Contact this candidate