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Woodford, VA *****

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Qualification Profile Accomplished professional with 20+ years of experience in production management, operations management, personnel supervision, performance management, JIT manufacturing, OSHA compliance, and safety management.

Comprehensive background in continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, Kan Ban stock replenishment, value stream mapping, and quality control.

Proven success streamlining business processes, enhancing operational efficiency, and introducing cost control programs.

Dynamic leadership abilities concerning operations involving production assembly, accessories, receiving, and maintenance / machining.

Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.

Professional Background Merillat Industries / MASCO Builder Cabinet Group – Culpeper, VA (1983 – 2008)

Merillat Production System Training Facilitator

Maintenance Supervisor / Receiving Supervisor

Machining Supervisor / Accessories Supervisor

Production Supervisor

Continuous Improvement / Training Facilitator

Provided leadership and direction to all operational, personnel, OSHA compliance, and safety management matters within the organization utilizing sound management talents. Directed production lines, achieved production goals, and maintained high levels productivity. Trained and coached the teams in performing at optimal levels. Planned and facilitated Kaizen activities throughout the plant. Formulated professional development seminars associated with value stream mapping, total productive maintenance, Kan Ban stock replenishment, set-up reduction, process flow analysis, mistake proofing, and total quality control. Designed and formulated a comprehensive preventive maintenance plan. Prepared budgets and introduced cost containment strategies.

Key Achievements:

• Achieved 3,360 days without a lost time accident due to sound business acumen.

• Spearheaded the transformation from batch manufacturing to JIT manufacturing, which enhanced efficiency.

• Pioneered the development and launch of innovative processes, which streamlined production processes and reduced overhead expenses.

• Ensured processes were error proof, diagnosed problems, and implemented viable solutions.

• Successfully navigated the Base Options Kaizen and Cut Direct process, which reduced strip stock material in the processes.

• Selected as the facilitator for the development of the original Build to Truck / Kitchen at a Time project, which was utilized throughout the entire facility.

• Served on multiple Kaizen teams at various facilities including the first Kaizen team at the Loudonville facility as well as Lakeville and Las Vegas.

*** Additional employment includes Maintenance Electrician – Alfred Teves, Inc.; Electrician – Virginia Department of Transportation; Apprentice Electrician – Seaboard Coastline Railroad ***

Education & Credentials Germanna Community College – Coursework in Performance Management, Coaching & Counseling, Statistical Process Control, Team Building

Piedmont Technical Training School – Machinist Certificate, Lathe and Milling Machines

Piedmont Technical Training School – Certificate, Residential House Wiring

Virginia Department of Transportation – Electricians Apprenticeship

Credentials: Certified Total Productive Maintenance Instructor; Certified 6-Sigma Orange Belt; Toyota Production / Merillat Production System Facilitator Trainer

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