Manager Quality Assurance
Resume:
PAUL J. DEGENNARO JR
* abh9v3@r.postjobfree.com
Career Objective: Seeking a Supervisory or Management position, that will
benefit your organization by incorporating a blend of my work experience
and education.
Work Experience:
2006 - 2010 PLANT MANAGER EASTERN WHOLESALE FENCE, MEDFORD N.Y.
I was responsible for operations of 2 manufacturing plants for production
of Vinyl gates and Wood fence products. Through lean management practices
and production throughput improvements in the Vinyl gate shop; labor
requirements were reduced by 50% while productivity was increased. The
increase in productivity and process improvements reduced assembly time by
50%, this reduced costs and increased profitability. I successfully
improved the quality of our gates by looking at the design and suggesting
improvements that would increase the strength of the gates which reduced
the number of customer complaints and returns. In August, 2009 I was given
the Plant Manager job in the Wood Mfg. Department in addition to the vinyl
gate operation. I also provided all required safety training for new
employees. I was member of our safety team.
Managed two fabrication facilities and worked closely with the Plant
supervisor of each facility to determine priority.
Was accountable for overall performance including financial and inventory
cost control, always operated under budget.
Ensured all necessary quality control procedures were in place to meet
internal and external customer needs.
Implemented lean manufacturing practices and procedures throughout the
operation to reduce cost and increase production.
Oversaw the production process and schedules and made sure that products
were produced on time and were of good quality.
Consistently ensured that the production was cost effective without
jeopardizing quality.
Monitored the production processes and worked with planning to adjust
schedules as needed.
Worked with managers to implement the company's policies and goals.
Ensured that health and safety guidelines were followed, and that OSHA
regulations were met and provided training.
Supervised and motivated a team of workers.
Consistently reviewed the performance of subordinates and performed yearly
evaluations.
2003-2005 MANUFACTURING MANAGER SWEET PRODUCTIONS LTD, AMITYVILLE N.Y.
I oversaw the entire process from pre-weighing raw materials to final
packaging where 140 employees manufactured nutritional bars. On my shift,
since July 2003, with my leadership, production increased from 3 million
units per month to over 5 million units per month. Waste was reduced by
over 50%. I also taught the team concept to my supervisors, and leaders.
I was responsible for the efficient manufacturing and continuous
improvement of all company products and processes, ensuring that product
quality, employee safety, and food safety standards, as well as regulatory
requirements, were met or exceeded.
Managed employees to optimize productivity.
Supported good manufacturing practices including the proper use of
equipment and materials.
Promoted training and development.
Executed the production schedule to support the highest levels of customer
service and production efficiency.
Provided feedback and input to support schedule adherence.
Monitored and managed production costs associated with yield optimization,
production, and packaging waste, supply costs, and utilities.
Was responsible for the reporting of finished goods and inventory accuracy.
Assure that work force receives adequate training and on the safe and
effective use of equipment and supplies, Good Manufacturing Practices
(cGMPs), HAACP standards, SOPs, and appropriate regulatory requirements
related to their job function.
Worked with Production Manager to manage interior inspections, reporting
observations and working with other functions as needed to execute
improvements.
Reported positive findings as well as deficiencies.
Attended all planned plant inspections, record observations and implemented
corrective action plans.
Worked with R&D and QA, review cooking instructions and other procedures in
use to assure clarity, supported food safety requirements, and supported
quality and yield consistency. .
I was also part of companies TQM group, and have received training on Lean
Management.
2002-2003 MANUFACTURING SUPERVISOR WATSON LABROTORIES INC.
COPIAGUE, N.Y.
I supervised 20 Manufacturing Operators in the production of Nicotine Gum.
I provided training on cGMP's, and SOP's, and ensured that they were
followed by the operators. I am familiar with the process of deviations
from protocol, and initiating corrective actions that result from the
deviation. I reviewed Batch Records throughout the Mfg. Process and signed
off on the integrity of the data. I maintained supervisory presence in the
manufacturing area through monitoring and control of manufacturing
processes. I made sure Good Housekeeping Procedures were followed in
addition to being compliant with all departments, federal, and company
regulations.
2002 PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR LUITPOLD PHARMACEUTICALS INC. SHIRLEY,
N.Y.
Responsibilities included overseeing daily operation of Aseptic filling
area, ensuring the principles and practices of cGMP are followed. I have a
good working knowledge in the theory and practice of Aseptic technique,
sanitization, and environmental monitoring. I also released filling lines
at the start of the production run.
2001 PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR OLGA G. MARCUS COSMETICS INC. HAUPPAUGE,
N.Y.
Responsibilities included supervision of team of 30 employees (line workers
and mechanics) engaged in filling and packaging of various cosmetics on
automated machinery for contracted vendors. I worked with Quality
Assurance, Compounding, as well as planning departments. I was working on
process improvements in the lipstick area, to reduce cost of production up
to 50% at the time I was laid off.
1998-2001 PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR ESTEE LAUDER COMPANIES INC. MELVILLE,
N.Y.
Responsibilities included supervision of team of 50 employees including
line workers, mechanics, and quality assurance engaged in the filling and
packaging of various cosmetics such as creams, lotions, liquids, lipstick,
and mascara in bottles, tubes, vials as well as other components on high
speed semi automatic and automated machinery. Filling machinery includes
rotary and piston nozzle fillers, as well as packaging with shrink-wrap,
cartoning and overwrap machines. The goals I set for my team was to meet
and exceed daily, monthly, quarterly, and yearly production requirements
with optimal efficiency. I was a leader amongst the supervisors on my
shift. I was involved in making sure shift production priorities were
followed in other work areas aside from my own. My peers knew they could
always approach me for advice, and direction, while my superiors could
count on me to do so. I have a high degree of flexibility and adaptability,
which is necessary to meet deadlines. I interacted with quality assurance,
planning and staging departments on a daily basis, as well as during the
shift to coordinate shift-to-shift responsibility. I possess a good
working knowledge of GMPs, and SOPs. Continuous development and training
of my team to ensure increased quality and efficiency. I was involved in
conflict resolution as it arose on my team by intervention and counseling.
Other activities I was involved with included: Team leader-safety committee
2nd shift. Member of emergency response team, hazardous material training
certified.
1992-1997 ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR MATRIA HEALTHCARE INC. WOODBURY, NY
I was a liaison between nursing, administrative and sales staff in
conjunction with regional and corporate offices, as well as distribution
center while optimizing performance and productivity. I supervised an
administrative team of 3 as well as co supervised nursing staff of 15,
which cared for 100 high-risk pregnancies. I promoted and provided
superior service to our customers, who included patients, doctors, and
insurance companies, as well as to my staff members.My office management
responsibilities included, payroll, accounts payable, scheduling, petty
cash, generation of all reports for corporate office, inventory control,
purchasing of all supplies. I also participated in JCAHO and DOH audits.
Through efficiencies and controls that I set in place, our office, which
was among 35 throughout the country, was awarded the 1996 Clinical
Excellence Award Best Center Contribution To Plan.
Education: SUNY College at Old Westbury
DEGREE: Bachelor of Science
MAJOR: Business Management
Dale Carnegie Course 4.2 CEUs
Paul DeGennaro
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