AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Safety Programs

Lean Manufacturing

Regulatory Compliance

P&L Accountability

Just-In-Time (JIT) Production

Total Quality Management (TQM)

Team Building & Training

Resource Allocation

Waste & Cost Reduction

Inventory Reduction

Quality & Environment Certification/Re-Certification

PROFESSIONAL DETAILS

Certified, The Kerzner Approach to Project Management

Tool & Die Journeyman

Lean Manufacturing Certificate of Completion

Various Manufacturing-related Course Studies

PERSONAL DETAILS

Program/Project Management

Robot Concepts & Applications

Operational Development

PERSONAL SKILLS

Problem-Solving

Analytical

Integrity

Decisiveness

PERSONAL DATA

Charles L. Daniels

6814 N. Winans Road

Alma, MI 48801

Cell: 989-***-****

Email: ab9p25@r.postjobfree.com

Charles L. Daniels

General/Operations Manager

PERSONAL PROFILE

General/Operations Manager with 15 years operational and project management

experience; 25 years total lean-driven manufacturing experience. Manager

has successfully coordinated the activities of various departments related

to safety, quality, production and delivery of products. Manager is results-

driven with global, as well as local, business experience in planning and

leading operations which involved small- to large-size manufacturing

environments. Proven record of devising, evaluating, and implementing

continuous process improvements to minimize waste and reduce costs while

maximizing quality and throughput. Established effective safety, quality,

and manufacturing principles, to ensure highest possible results.

Conversant in labor relations and non-union climates.

Pursuing a new and challenging managerial or consultancy position, one

which will make best use of my existing skills and experience, further my

personal and professional development, and also achieve your organization's

business results.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Hutchinson North America - Barry Controls Division - Ithaca, MI

Manufactured anti-vibration product using state-of-the-art process.

GENERAL MANAGER - April 2005-June 2013

Responsible for day-to-day operations of the facility to ensure a safe,

smooth operational flow through all departments while meeting the

customer's requirements. Managed costs, expenses, and overhead to meet the

developed budget. Maintained facility's regulatory and insurance

requirements including RTO, phosphate and cementing. Transitioned

manufacturing facility from one division to another in 2005, reduced past

due back log by 90%, and maintained production for both companies

successfully.

Contributions/Accomplishments:

. Managed a team of approximately 125 employees in a busy, 5/24

manufacturing, rubber injection/ compression molding facility.

. Safety Program initiated - monthly employee meetings; 5-5-5 daily safety

walks resulting in zero loss time accidents for a period of five years.

. Annual sales of more than $2M over budget.

. Annual average scrap rate of 0.65%.

. Controlled plant costs to expense budget.

. Initiated an expense savings program resulting in more than $2M in cost

savings.

. Annual average on-time delivery was 97%.

. Implemented an employee suggestion program resulting in safety and cost

saving initiatives.

Hutchinson North America - Paulstra, CRC - Ithaca, MI

Manufacturing process: anti-vibration products, metal stamping, welding,

phosphating, cementing, and molding. FACILITY PROJECT MANAGER/PLANT MANAGER

- June 1998-April 2005

Responsible for the construction of a 63,000 square foot manufacturing

facility, including installation of plant systems, water recycling, air

recycling, phosphate line, and RTO unit designed to meet environmental

requirements. Responsible for day-to-day safety, operations and production

to meet customer requirements.

Contributions/Accomplishments:

. Managed all aspects of human resources and training for approximately 100

hourly and 19 salary employees.

. Safety Program initiated - monthly employee meetings resulting in 1% less

of corporate standards.

. Annual average scrap rate of 1.3% of sales.

. All employees trained in Lean Manufacturing principles, SPC, Kaizen, 5S,

and first responder safety.

LOBDELL-EMERY MANUFACTURING COMPANY - Alma, MI

Manufacturing: sheet metal stamping and welded assemblies, Classes 1, 2, 3.

SENIOR FEASIBILITY SALES ENGINEER - 1995-1997

Met with customers to review advanced quoting packages utilizing

computerized programs and part prints. Supervised pre-program processes and

development with build source selection responsibility and reviewed final

quote package with customer.

Contributions/Accomplishments:

. Project Management certificate program completion.

ENGINEERING SYSTEMS MANAGER - 1991-1995

Supervised Engineering Department, approximately 20 employees, consisting

of Cost-Estimators, CAD, and Project Engineers. Responsible of the

development and implementation of the Engineering Department's capital and

operating budgets. Interfaced with customer and supplier engineering and

purchasing departments from pre-award through project management

implementation up to and through PPAP submission.

Contributions/Accomplishments:

. Implemented QS9000 for the Engineering Department.

ENGINEERING LIASION - 1990-1991

Increased public relations by daily contact with the Prototype Division of

Ford Motor Company. Interfaced with the Purchasing and Materials Mangers

resulting in new job awards along with a letter of accomplishment to the

owner of LOBDELL-EMERY outlining efforts and competency.

KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

. Proven ability to lead, motivate, and build successful teams.

. Proven negotiator and problem-solver.

. Achieving targets in a dynamic, complex, and demanding business

environment.

. Proven ability to manage and interact with all levels of staff.

. A pragmatic approach to getting the required results.

. Ability to manage operations within budgetary constraints.

. Building and maintaining strong and effective relationships with

suppliers, customers, and peers.

. Ability to work with diverse global business culture

. Effective in labor relations and non-union climates.

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