Manager Manufacturing

Gregory Creech *** Laurel Dr, Smithfield, NC *****

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Objective:

To become a valued member of the leadership team in a progressive

manufacturing environment where proven success in new product introduction

can be utilized to contribute to company goals and strategies.

Experience:

Morris & Associates, Inc., Garner, NC

2010 to 2011

Process Improvement Specialist

.Monitored all aspects of implementation of value stream and spearheaded

creation of the present state and future state value stream maps creating

an implementation plan for transitioning from present to future.

.Conducted Green Belt and MBS personal performance training in order to

apply Six Sigma Lean Management concepts into operation measurements.

.Significantly reduced inventory by implementing Kanban re-order point

based systems. Reduced coating costs by 50% by streamlining process time.

.Improved material flow process resulting in increased annual product

output capacity from 25 units to 50 units valued at $140K each.

.Implemented robotic welding operation including design, development, and

inclusion of appropriate tooling to augment process and quality

improvement.

Accufab, Inc., Raleigh, NC 2007 to

2009

Process Analyst/Value Stream Manager

.Implemented lean technologies to design continuous one piece flow of

mechanical enclosures. Increased productivity by 35% and profit margins

from 18% to 36% based on $2.8M annual revenue.

.Responsible for plant layout and process capabilities along with all new

product introductions.

.Responsible for the development and implementation of military

specification C.A.R.C. (chemical agent resistant coating) painting

operation and all detailed work intructions.

.Implemented robotic welding equipment to reduce process cost.

Penn Compression Moulding, Inc, Smithfield, NC

2005 to 2007

ISO9001 Implementation Manager

.Responsible for maintanence of equipment and a key player in obtaining ISO

9001 certification for the manufacture of molded insulators. Maintained

inventory of items used for equipment operation.

.Certified Lead Auditor during ISO9001 implementation.

.Designed and implemented preventive maintance schedule for equipment.

Self Employed, Smithfield, NC

2003 to 2005

Real Estate Development

.Coordinated renovation and improvement of residential property in

partnership with real estate agency.

.Orchestrated the renovation process from initial procurement to final

sale. Conferred with agency clients in selection of architectural and

interior design elements and managed execution of planned improvements.

.Served as primary point of contact for project planners, surveyors,

contractors, and inspectors.

Flextronics, Zebulon, NC

2001 to 2003

New Product Introduction Supervisor

.Instrumental in manufacturing process development for new products.

Prepared proposals to develop designs for equipment and machines including

associated subsystem components and metal fabricated structures.

.Directed and coordinated proposed manufacturing processes conferring with

colleagues to clarify and resolve potential problems and develop detailed

design drawings and schematics.

.Prepared and directed preparation of product fabrication layouts.

Composed, designed, and produced detailed work instructions for fabrication

and assembly.

.Supervised team of 35 employees, scheduled work hours, resolved conflicts,

and conducted formal reviews of employee performance. Managed cellular

operations of manufacturing process and achieved significant improvements

in fabrication team productivity.

Environ Products, Smithfield, NC.

1997 to 2001

Industrial Engineering Manager

.Planned utilization of facilities, equipment, materials and personnel to

improve efficiency of operations.

.Established work measurement programs and analyzed work samples to develop

standards for efficient labor utilization.

.Trained and managed 15 employees achieving significant improvements in

their productivity.

.Recommended specific methods for improving worker efficiency, reducing

waste of materials, restructuring job duties, reorganizing work flow,

relocating work stations and equipment.

.Conferred with senior management and engineering staff to implement plans

and recommendations.

B & M Machining & Fabrication, Smithfield, NC.

1981 to 1997

Manufacturing Manager

.Coordinated activities of production department in processing materials

and manufacturing products.

.Reviewed production orders and schedules to determine types, quantities,

and specifications of products to be manufactured.

.Composed, designed and produced detailed work instructions for processes.

.Scheduled delivery dates in order to plan department operations.

.Instrumental in cellular operation, lean manufacturing, ISO 9002

procedures and FMEA of products being produced.

.Planned production operations, establishing priorities and sequences for

manufacturing products.

.Trained and managed all the manufacturing sheet metal employees and

achieved significant improvements in their productivity.

.Prepared operational schedules and coordinated manufacturing activities to

ensure production and quality of products met specifications.

.Reviewed production reports and resolved operational, manufacturing and

maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational

delays.

.Supervised approximately 50 employees, scheduled work hours, resolved

conflicts, and determined salaries based on formal performance reviews.

.Developed standard operational working practices and monitored workers to

ensure compliance with standards.

Education

. Smithfield Selma Senior High School, Smithfield, NC

1979

. Wake Technical Community College, Raleigh, NC

1982

Machinist and Tool & Die Maker

. Journeyman Certification, N.C. Department of Labor, Raleigh, N.C.

1987

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