Quality Control Sales

DAVID MUNOZ

***** ****** ***** ****, ******* FL *2832

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Executive Profile - Objective

Obtain a challenging leadership position applying creative problem solving and lean management skills

with a growing company to achieve optimum utilization of its resources and maximum profits. Position

targets include Director of Manufacturing, Operations Manager, Continuous Improvement Leader, R&D

and Technical Director.

Professional Summary

Results-driven Management Executive with multi-faceted manufacturing experience and record

accomplishments in General Management, Operations, Supply Chain, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma

and Engineering Management. Demonstrated ability to improve profitability, develop and execute

strategies. Strong general management, strategic planning, and business development. More than 10

years of experience in manufacturing environment, production scheduling, inventory/materials

management, product development, warehousing, distribution, budgeting/finance and capital

improvement. Fully computer literate, including the use of Microsoft Office, Oracle, Batch Master and

Platinum for Windows applications. Ability to quickly learn and use new software and hardware. Fully

bilingual (English/Spanish).

Skill Highlights

• Plant Management and Cost Reduction

• Experienced in Lean Manufacturing disciplines and Continuous Improvement

• Production Planning and Scheduling

• R&D and Quality Control

• Product and Formula development for Architectural and Industrial Coatings

• Supply Chain and Inventory Control

Core Accomplishments

• Worked on the design and establishment of a new state of the art Paint Manufacturing Plant.

• Managed process implementation and Plant Start-up.

• Successfully implemented Batch Master and Platinum as operating system.

• Designed SPCC, Fire Prevention and Security plans for the facility.

• Directed recruitment and retention of supervisors and staff of 35 employees for manufacturing,

distribution, office and laboratory.

• Improved labor efficiencies by 20% by maintaining 98%-99% customer service level.

• Established a wash-water recovery system that saved the company $70,000 per year.

• Successfully developed new high margin products for new customers and new markets.

• Integrated technology into many different manufacturing areas that increased production capacity

and efficiency while reducing costs.

Professional Experience

Plant Manager/Manufacturing Director

October 2006 to Current

Color Wheel Paints (Comex Group) – Orlando, FL

• Oversee all manufacturing/distribution and Technical operations for Color Wheel Paints in Florida.

• Manage a total team of 30+ employees (Production, Distribution, Laboratory)

• Responsible for the overall safety and security of the plant and building.

• Responsible for developing new practices to improve yield and reduce cost.

• Worked on development of new products and new raw material testing for Florida’s market.

• Interface with engineering, quality control, shipping, sales team, engineering, I.T., purchasing and

upper management in order to maintain open communication while operating with budget

guidelines.

• Implemented cost reduction programs utilizing Just in Time and Six Sigma/Lean Manufacturing

Techniques.

• Define and establish yearly goals and objectives to both supervisory and production personnel.

• Implemented cross-training within the team to allow for flexibility in all areas, increase moral and

develop talent.

Operations Manager

January 2003 to October 2006

Lanco & Harris Corporation – Orlando, FL

• Originated and managed the United States subsidiary of a Puerto Rico based company that

produces Paint, Adhesives and Sealants for the architectural and contractor’s market.

• Managed key customer relationships and account management, sales administration, technology

integration, R&D, new product development and market initiatives, pricing and manufacturing

operations interface.

• Controlled all raw material and equipment purchasing.

• Oversaw all daily operations for the manufacturing and distribution of products delivered

throughout all Home Depot and Wal-Mart stores in Florida.

• Developed and Implemented new architectural coatings and formulations as private label

products for new customers.

Technical Director

January 1998 to January 2003

Harris Paints Corporation – Bayamon, PR

• Conducted research, analysis and improvement of existing manufactured products, including

water and oil based paints, aerosol, lacquers, glues and industrial products.

• Provided technical assistance and support to Production, Sales and Marketing as required in

support of product scale-up, quality control, application testing and other cross-functional

activities.

• Successfully formulated new products that increased company’s overall sales.

• Responsible for the supervision of chemists and/or laboratory technicians.

• Expanded company’s market by developing automotive products that generated more than $1M

in sales.

• Increased efficiencies in the aerosol products packaging operation.

Education

Polytechnic University of PR, present

Engineering Management

(MS)

University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus (RUM), 1996

Chemical Engineering

(B.S)

North Carolina State University, 1995

Chemical Engineering (Internship)

(B.S)

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