Manager Plant

THOMAS R. EDSTROM

**** ***** ***** **** ( Mechanicsville, Virginia 23116

804-***-**** ( *********@***.***

GENERAL MANAGER ~ PLANT MANAGER

Hands-on, performance-driven leader with more than 20 years of progressive

experience impacting corporate performance and profitability through

leading-edge operations solutions and manufacturing process improvements.

Proven track record of maximizing resources and streamlining production

while increasing productivity and output margin for diverse organizations

ranging from startup to multimillion dollar manufacturing corporations.

Well-equipped with extensive background in startup and multi-site

operations, plant management and lean manufacturing.

. Lead and motivate cross-functional teams; continuously providing members

with the training, support, resources, and guidance to exceed

organizational objectives.

. Expert performance analyst known for pioneering new quality control

techniques and delivering millions in direct cost savings within fast-

paced manufacturing environments.

. Track record of rapid promotion due to performance, work ethic and team

morale-building skills.

Operational Streamlining ( Facilities/Warehouse Management Quality

Assurance ( ISO 9000

Capacity Management ( Strategic Planning ( Production Management (

P&L/Budget Management

Six Sigma/Lean Manufacturing Methodologies ( Process Improvement (

Inventory Management

Process Engineering ( Materials Management ( Team Leadership ( Performance

Management

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

General Electric- GE Energy (contract) - Supplier Performance Leader

11/2011 to Present

Realized a substantial improvement in supplier delivery performance by

creating a sense of urgency, ownership and commitment to achieve desired

results. Reduced number of days late from 6 to less than two days.

. Accurately track movement of in process material throughout the operation

. Identify and remove obstacles that would otherwise prevent schedule

adherence

. Insure timely movement of finished goods through to customer delivery

REDEMTECH, Chester, Virginia -Plant Manager/General Manager 2010 -2011

Lead transformation of 3 shift operation consisting of 100+ employees to

improve morale, establish accountability, increase output and drive

organizational change to enhance overall performance.

. Transitioned culture to develop ownership for results via implementation

of operating metrics

. Created a disciplined environment that encourages teamwork and rewards

results

. Increased daily output from 1300 to 1800 units

. Improved 1st pass product test yield from 94% to 99%

CERTAPRO PAINTERS OF HANOVER, Mechanicsville, Virginia ( 2007-2010

Owner / Operator: Built full service residential and light commercial

painting business from ground up, overseeing all aspects of operations, P&L

management, project administration, and quality control. Cultivate key

business relationships and analyze/monitor market trends to facilitate

company growth. Recruit, train, and supervise painters, administrative

assistant and marketing reps.

. Grew business from zero to $300,000 sales and achieved profitability

within 1st year.

. Captured and maintained 100% customer satisfaction rate to date.

EXPRESSPOINT TECHNOLOGY SERVICES, Golden Valley, Minnesota ( 1997-2006

Senior Vice President of Operations (2003-2006): Promoted to hold chief

leadership and management accountability for 3 manufacturing/repair plants

and 300+ employees producing $55 million annual revenue. Directed all

operations including P&L management, KPIs, engineering, production,

maintenance, employee safety and development, and regulatory compliance.

Provided decisive leadership and direction for 6 direct reports. Developed

and implemented cost-cutting process improvements and standard operating

procedures for production, equipment, facilities, and maintenance.

Implemented Lean/Six Sigma methodologies; identifying and correcting

problems, strengthening productivity, overhauling operating processes, and

resolving quality issues.

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. Planned and orchestrated large-scale project to consolidate 2

manufacturing plants; successfully reduced floor space from 200,000 sq.

ft. to 120,000 sq. ft. and delivered 40% cost reduction.

. Fueled gross margin improvement from 23% to 36% through implementation of

multiple Six Sigma initiatives and continuous process improvements.

. Earned reputation as top performer, elevating performance to labor

standard 10% year over year for 3 consecutive years, and increased on-

time delivery from 95% to 99.2%.

. Established and launched low cost region manufacturing facility in

Mexico, employing 100 staff and producing 10,000 units per month of 300

sub-assemblies.

Vice President of Business Management/Corporate Development (2001-2003):

Handpicked by CEO to spearhead development of comprehensive quoting process

for new business proposals. Built and led cross-functional team comprised

of Sales, Operations, and Finance to ensure operational consistency.

. Formulated, standardized, and benchmarked corporate-wide pricing model.

. Directed multi-plant operations teams focused on identifying and

implementing best practices, policies, and procedures corporate-wide.

Plant Manager, New Hope, Minnesota (1999-2001): Managed and expedited all

plant operations encompassing P&L administration, Production, Materials

Planning, Manufacturing and Process Engineering, Quality, Safety,

Regulatory Compliance and Facilities Maintenance. Recruited, motivated, and

supervised 190 employees while optimizing daily productivity, quality

assurance, and budget/financial performance. Drove overall improvements in

performance efficiency through design/implementation of operations metrics,

Six Sigma methodologies, and cost cutting process improvements.

. Improved gross margin performance from -10% to +20%.

. Reduced employee base from 190 to 130 while maintaining delivery and

quality levels.

. Propelled on time customer delivery rate from 70% to 94%, and cycle count

accuracy from 78% to 96%.

. Increased 1st pass yield in product testing from 76% to 92%.

. Voted the Most Effective Plant Manager in company history by plant

employees.

Operations Manager, Lincoln, California (1997-1999): Recruited to assume

newly formed position focused on significantly improving production

operations while preparing organization for period of rapid growth. Oversaw

daily operations, monitoring and maintaining productivity, quality, asset

management, EHS, and customer service/delivery requirements.

. Orchestrated turnaround solutions; initiated productivity, cost, and

performance management programs to dramatically improve production levels

and exceed corporate expectations.

. Led successful transition from customer "probation" performance status to

the highest performing supplier within 9 months.

. Achieved ISO 9000 certification status within 18 months of start date.

. Positioned operation for growth from 115 to 350 employees within 2 years

while maintaining top-level performance results.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

PACKARD BELL-NEC ( Production Manager: Planned and executed transition of

production operation to Northern California. Hired/trained 250 employees

and increased production from zero to 2000 desktop computer systems per day

within 6 months. Captured ISO 9000 certification within 18 months. Devised

and deployed cycle count program, resulting in 99% inventory accuracy.

EDUCATION / TRAINING

Bachelor of Business Administration

Southern Illinois University, Carbondale Illinois

Mini MBA, Saint Thomas University, St Paul, Minnesota

Mergers & Acquisitions, UCLA-Carlson School of Business

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