MICHAEL G. RICHARDS
** ****** **. ********, ***** 04240
Home: 207-***-**** ************@**********.***
Cell: 207-***-****
I am a versatile Industrial Engineer with a B.S. from USM. I have an
extensive background in the manufacturing setting on all levels. I have
successfully led both crews and projects in developing new technologies,
methods and daily operations to fulfill the needs of the Master Production
Schedule. I am Fortune 500 trained in many aspects of industry.
Educational Accomplishments
. University of Southern Maine B.S. in Industrial Engineering
Technology
. University of Maine at Augusta A.S. in Architectural Design
Professional Experience
. A.M.I. 2007-Present Business Manager, PCB Assembly
Unit
Schedule Production across multiple
departments and three shifts, Oversee
daily
operation of 6 Supervisors and a crew of
95 workers. Manage Maintenance
Department and schedule all repairs
and special projects.
. Proctor & Gamble: 1999-2006 Team Leader, Safety Leader, Mechanic
Auburn, ME Oversee team during daily operations.
Development of new processes & procedure
. TNE 1998-1999 Assistant to Owner
Greene, ME General office help, Mechanic
. Fiber Materials Inc. 1996-1998 Research & Development Technician
Biddeford, ME Develop & build new production technology
Assist Engineering in lab testing.
. Tex Tech Ind. 1991-1995 Machine Operator
N. Monmouth, ME Operate and maintain carding equipment.
Positive Career Points
. Restructured Business Unit staffing to reduce production cost by 10%
while increasing productivity by 20%.
. Developed PM system for equipment.
. Worked with Technical Services to achieve high efficiencies.
. Paired with Quality V.P. to restructure Inspectors into Process
Improvement Specialists to reduce defects by 40%.
. Developed Third shift, including staffing needs to meet business
needs.
. Understanding the needs of the business and the needs of the people
are not separate items.
. Over 10 years of industrial leadership experience.
. OHSA certified Fork Truck, Boom Truck, and Scissor Lift operator.
. Emergency Response Team member at P&G.
. U.S. Navy Veteran, Sea Bees Construction Battalion.
Professional References
. David Jordan Canton, ME 207-***-****
. Robert Papsis Lewiston, ME 207-***-**** 207-754-
6031
. Wayne Tanski Oxford, ME 207-***-****