Manager Plant

Joseph Mazza

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**** ****** **** • Drexel Hill, PA 19026

610-***-**** • *********@*****.***

Cell 484-***-****

PROFILE

Capable business leader with extensive plant and general management experience in production and

distribution environments. Known for ability to achieve results through strong leadership, communication

and interpersonal skills; adapt at building productive work teams in both union and non–union operations.

Accustomed to handling diverse responsibilities resourcefully; adapt easily to new work environments.

Areas of expertise include:

* Purchasing/inventory management * Fleet management

* Cost control & tracking * Multi–shift supervision

* Warehouse & shipping facility oversight * Production forecasting & budget control

* Quality assurance & evaluation * Procurement & distribution

* Regulatory compliance & safety * Strong customer focus

* Workflow management * Sales management

Seeking a new professional opportunity requiring a mix of technical, administrative and leadership skills

in a performance-critical environment.

OPERATIONS EXPERIENCE

Operations/Plant Manager 2010-2011

Active Radiator, Philadelphia,Pa.

Recruited by the owner to revamp company’s employment policies,hiring procedures,day-to-day

Business operations, quality control methods and procedures. Responsible for production,shipping

and receiving of multi-million dollar facility.

Operations/Plant Manager 2002–2009

Pioneer Supply Company, Pennsauken, NJ

Joined this distributor of sign components to direct the complexities of day–to–day business operations in

the areas of parts distribution, receiving, storage, and inventory control. Strategically planned route

deliveries; managed warehouse workflow at an optimal level; and oversaw maintenance of a fleet of six

delivery trucks. Managed a team of 19 personnel: inside and outside sales staff, warehouse workers, and

truck drivers. Interfaced extensively with various common carriers and sign manufacturers. Focused on

exceptional customer service to achieve delivery deadlines and ensure repeat business.

• Took 2002 revenues of $1.5 million to a high of $11 million in 2008.

Operations/Plant Manager 1997–2000

Canpak, Inc., Philadelphia, PA

Senior operations manager with full P&L responsibility for a metal and plastic container distributor.

Coordinated purchasing, receiving and on-time delivery of materials to warehouse and customer facilities.

Established trucking schedules for company vehicles and contract carriers to insure timely delivery.

• Played a key role in streamlining operations and increasing profitability.

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General Manager/Plant Supervisor 1987–1997

Bil/Dry Corporation, Philadelphia, PA

Full management responsibility for a high-volume production operation engaged n the manufacture, sale

and distribution of various patching materials, waterproof paints and sealers, concrete stains, tile

products, grouts, pigments and adhesives. Oversaw production planning, scheduling, materials

management, inventory, manufacturing, safety and quality control. Focused efforts on maximizing

production capability, meeting quality standards, and maintaining inventory levels. Trained and

supervised 20 production personnel.

OPERATIONS EXPERIENCE

Plant Manager 1981–1987

Adelphia Lamp & Shade, Philadelphia, PA

Recruited to oversee the daily operations of this lamp manufacturing facility. Held functional

accountability for workflow coordination, order processing, shipping/receiving, materials pricing, expense

control and facility maintenance. Recruited, trained and supervised 65 production workers and

maintenance personnel.

• Developed and implemented strategic operational initiatives that consistently improved cost

quality performance.

Early career experience as a Plant/General Manager for Annex Metal Products, and Group Manager for

General Electric.

EDUCATION & SPECIALIZED TRAINING

Temple University, Philadelphia, PA

Major: Business Administration

Electro Plating cours

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