Manager Plant
Resume:
GUY R. EDWARDS
Staunton, VA ****1
***.*******@*****.***
ATTN Hiring Manager:
I am a highly motivated management professional with more than 20 years of
experience in both manufacturing and human resource fields. My background
includes directing multiple HR departments, manufacturing plants, and
orchestrating high-level recruiting and training for an international
Fortune 500 corporation.
Additionally, my skills in interpersonal relationships have enabled me to
successfully navigate even challenging personalities in varied
environments. I possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
and am able to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously while meeting
deadlines under pressure. I have been equally successful working
independently and as part of a team.
I will soon be getting married and relocating to central Florida. I am
seeking a responsible position in management where I can utilize my
experience and skills in leadership, conflict resolution, organization,
team-building, problem solving, to assist the right organization in
exceeding its goals and fulfilling its mission.
I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss my background and for you to
ascertain whether or not I would be a benefit to your organization. Please
feel free to contact me at 540-***-**** (cell). Thank you for your
consideration.
Sincerely,
Guy R. Edwards
WORK HISTORY
Human Resource Manager 07/07-present
Virginia Department of Corrections
Estaline Valley Rd. Craigsville, VA 24430
. Senior management member responsible for orchestrating functions of HR
departments at two locations for over 500 employees. Directed
recruiting, hiring, performance management, data systems, employee
relations, employee recognition, payroll, benefit administration, and
grievance process.
. Created training program that increased first-year retention by over
50%.
. Created leave policy that reduced absenteeism by 35%.
. Established communication mediums to build bridges between management
and staff.
. Member of Executive staff.
Consultant/Operations Manager 04/06 -05/07 (One-year contract)
Bookkeeping and Management Systems/Financial Management Inc.
Main St. Waynesboro, VA 22980
. Primary consultant responsible for developing and executing strategic
recruitment plan for accountants and financial advisors in a growth
market for an accounting/financial firm.
. Develop employee handbook, on boarding strategies, and operating
policies.
. Established efficiency processes to increase profits and to support and
sustain growth.
. Liaison between company and business partner-Credit Union.
. Directed all related HR functions.
. Formulated five-year business plan.
Human Resource Specialist/ Plant Manager 02/01-02/06
Guardian Industries
I-81 and Tabler Station Rd. Inwood, WV 25428
. HR Specialist with senior recruiting responsibilities for five
manufacturing locations throughout North America for this Fortune 500
company.
. Managed training programs for those five locations.
. Conducted training for employees of all levels in areas such as
workplace violence, sexual harassment, and general safety topics.
. Wrote countless SOP's, guidelines, checklists, and policies for both
manufacturing and HR.
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. Well versed in HR, Hazmat, and OSHA law.
. 2 years as plant manager with complete operational control for a
multiple line glass manufacturing plant with a 24/7 continuous flow
process.
. Developed teams and strategies for production, safety, inventory, costs,
quality, and employee morale.
. Received both corporate and divisional awards in several areas.
. Worked with sales and customers to insure complete satisfaction with
products and services.
Senior Pastor/Director of Student Activities 1988-01/2001
Royal Oak, Michigan; Christiansburg, Virginia; Waynesboro, Virginia
. Turned around two small, struggling congregations into mid-sized and
solvent churches.
. Motivated and led people of all walks of life to work together and
accomplish goals as a team.
. Used behavioral studies to counsel individuals with life problems and
relationships. Utilized conflict resolution skills on a major scale.
. Taught for a drug and alcohol treatment center for over 3 years.
. Traveled all over the world for various agencies.
. Organized all student events for a small bible college for 3 years.
General Manager 1985-1988
Hand's Truck Service
Lansing, Michigan
. Complete operational control for small business of 20 employees in a
24/7 tractor/trailer repair and service company.
. Established and maintained parts and tool inventory control system.
. Created HR Handbook and policies
. Established safety and hazmat policies.
. Administrated payroll and benefits
. Recruited, trained and disciplined staff
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Process Tech/Shift Mgr/Asst. Production Mgr/ HR Mgr 1980-1985
Guardian Industries
North Street. Albion, Michigan
. Rapid promotion from process tech of one shift to head of HR department.
. Helped with all phases of an initial first plant start-up
. Front line supervisor responsible for motivation, training, evaluations,
and disciplines for one shift of 20-25 employees.
. Schedule production for a 24/7 continuous flow process.
. Manage several levels of managers and supervisors.
. Responsible for recruiting and staffing for plant of over 200 employees,
including hourly and salary personnel.
. Establish plant procedure policies.
. Write and conduct new-hire orientations.
EDUCATION: B.A. in Theology
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