James P. Lockwood

*** ***** ******

Athens, Pa **810

607-***-****

abl3yj@r.postjobfree.com

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

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