James P. Lockwood
Athens, Pa **810
***********@****.**.***
Work Experience:
Plant Foreman
**/**/**** - ******* ********* Inc.
Responsible for Overall Absorption number
Established production and quality control standards,
developed budget and cost controls, obtained data
regarding types, quantities, specifications and delivery
dates of products ordered. Ensured all established costs,
quality and delivery commitments were met
Coordinated manufacturing activities with all other functions
Of the organization and suppliers to obtain optimum
production and utilization of labor resources, machines and
equipment
Implemented continuous improvement programs, 5S, OIT
(Operation Improvement Teams)
Performed administrative activities associated with the
effective management of shop operations, including
compiling, storing and retrieving production data for reports
General Manager
09/05/09 – 03/06/2010 Tire Land USA
Manage and perform all aspects of business
administration, distribution, human resources,
marketing/advertising, payroll, planning, public relations,
purchasing, sales and scheduling
Perform administrative activities associated with the
Effective management of shop operations, including
compiling, storing and retrieving production data for reports
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Production Manager Masco Retail Cabinet Group
06/16/08 – 05/28/2009
Manage 50 - 70 shop employees in a manufacturing
environment; plan and assign work according to production
schedule
Extensive utilization of Lean manufacturing
principles
(5S, OIT, CI)
Balance quality, cost, productivity Safety and morale
to achieve positive results in all areas
Manage departmental performance measures,
including visual controls and provide regular
progress reports to staff management
Successful Implementation of Kanban System
Dry Mix Operations Manager Maple Grove Farms of Vermont / B & G Foods, Corp .
01/15/07 – 01/08/08 (Contract Position)
Coordinated, directed and responsible for design,
transportation, modification and installation of all mixing
and packaging equipment, designing HVAC and piping
systems, developing cost estimates in relation to the
transitional move
Developed and maintained manufacturing operations,
business plans including all program requirements, labor
hours, cycle, production costs and image. Provided input to
the development of product strategy and research, and
development of new and emerging products. Provided
guidance to the development of a manufacturing process
plan, including personnel requirements, material needs,
subcontract requirements, tooling, facility and equipment
needs
Transitioned 9 Retail Products to Maple Grove Farms
Coordinated all facets of product transfer into
production
Made recommendations for assembly methods for
new or existing product mixing and packaging lines
Collaborated with product development to review and
evaluate preliminary drawings of new products or parts,
and suggest modifications to simplify or cost-reduce the
design of packaging equipment
Coordinated, planned and scheduled all transitioned
product flow from inception, through production to shipping
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Director of Operations Hansmann’s Mills, Incorporated – Binghamton, New York
06/03/03 to 01/10/07
Responsible for Overall Absorption number
Developed and maintained manufacturing
operations, business plans including all program
requirements, labor hours, cycle, production costs and
image. Provided input to the development of product
strategy and research, and development of new and
emerging products. Provided guidance to the development
of a manufacturing process plan, including personnel
requirements, material needs, subcontract requirements,
tooling, facility and equipment needs
Established production and quality control standards,
developed budget and cost controls, obtained data
regarding types, quantities, specifications and delivery
dates of products ordered. Ensured all established costs,
quality and delivery commitments were met
Coordinated manufacturing activities with all other functions
Of the organization and suppliers to obtain optimum
production and utilization of labor resources, machines and
equipment
Performed administrative activities associated with the
effective management of shop operations, including
compiling, storing and retrieving production data for reports
Trained and ensured all assigned employees
complied with company, government and customer policies,
procedures and regulations
Responsible for all operations aspects including
manufacturing, Information Technology, planning,
purchasing, production control, transportation, and
warehouse
Initiated review of sales bookings, shipments,
inventory levels, etc. to presidents staff
Developed policies and procedures for Human
Resources, Quality Assurance and all aspects of
manufacturing
Instrumental in negotiation and completion of capital
projects
Fostered a team environment among employees with
in all departments
Sole Proprietor
09/99 to 05/10/03 “Friends” Restaurant and Sports Lounge–
Binghamton, New York
Manage and perform all aspects of business ownership:
administration, distribution, human resources,
marketing/advertising, payroll, planning, public relations,
purchasing, sales and scheduling
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Education: Vestal Central High School
United States Marine Corp.
Computer Experience: Microsoft Word AS-400 System
Microsoft Excel Kronos
Microsoft Power Point RS-6000
Microsoft Access Lincs
Outlook
Genesis
Various MRP / ERP Operating systems
Alliance Manufacturing Calculations
Crystal Reports
Mapics
Lotus 1-2-3
Reflex Writing Assistant
James P. Lockwood
Other Experience: ISO 14000 Training and certification
AIB auditor training
Food Safety & Security training and certification
HACCP Training and certification
General Management training
Management coaching training and certification
Progressive management training
Lean Manufacturing Training (principles of Lea neology)
Goal directed work team training and certification
Safety and Environmental Training and certification
NYS Licensed Asbestos Removal
First Aid/CPR Certification Training
High Performance Work Team Training
Train-the-Trainer
Activities: Boating, fishing, hiking, hunting