Duane L. Miller

*** ******** **. ( LaPorte, In. *6350

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Professional Summary

Results driven executive offering 20 years of people oriented leadership

skills in all areas of manufacturing. Broad range of knowledge and

experience specializing in Human Resources and Purchasing providing cost

saving results through trust based relationships with employees and

suppliers.

Employment History

AMPCOR II, Inc., LaPorte, In 1993-2010

Parent company of American Metal Products, Kriterion Plastics and Paffumi

Mold & Cast providing casket hardware to a global customer base.

Director of Administrative Services

Directed the Human Resources and Purchasing functions of three companies

resulting in providing the best quality and most cost effective product

possible.

. Negotiated four Union contracts resulting in numerous cost containment

agreements including a unique health insurance provision.

. Spearheaded company efforts to re-negotiate labor rates in mid-contract

achieving a 15 % labor cost savings during difficult financial conditions

within the company.

. Acted as a liaison between management and the union resulting in a

culture change promoting teamwork through improved communication.

. Evaluated the company's insurance plans yearly and compared insurance

providers resulting in cost increases below the national average.

. Prepared bids for a new payroll provider and implemented the new system

achieving a 10% cost savings.

. Established blanket order contracts saving an average of 10% in raw

material cost.

. Required vendors to provide just in time deliveries of raw materials

lowering inventory carrying costs by 20%.

. Implemented a return to work program for injured employees lowering the

company's workers' compensation experience modifier.

. Conducted annual OSHA, EPA, and DOT training sessions to 200 union and 50

non-union employees.

. Developed and maintained a vendor rating survey system for qualifying

suppliers.

. Created quality standards procedure for purchased materials.

. Worked in conjunction with consultants in developing and implementing the

company's Quality Control Manuel and Processes. Achieving the highest

supplier rating status from our largest customers.

Duane l. Miller

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City of laporte, LaPorte, In

1996-2008

Member of City Council

Elected to three terms to represent a district within the City.

As a member of the Finance Committee developed the City's operating budget.

Was elected as the President of the City Plan Commission.

Kingsley Furniture Co., LaPorte, In

1984-1993

Manager of Manufacturing Services

Coordinated all aspects in the manufacture of upholstered furniture in a

200 union member factory.

Converted a manual production control system to a computer MRP system.

Played a major role in the acquisition of another furniture company

increasing total product line by 25% and absorbing that production into the

LaPorte facility.

Implemented a cycle count inventory system achieving 96% accuracy in a

70,000 pieces storeroom.

Selected suppliers capable of meeting company specifications.

Managed DOT requirements for a fleet of company trucks.

Maintained a positive employee relations atmosphere managing the human

resources department.

Academic credentials

Bachelor of Science in Industrial Management

PURDUE UNIVERSITY, West Lafayette, In.

professional development

Senior Professional in Human Resources

OSHA 30 hour certification

Computer skills

MS Excel, Exchange, Outlook, Word, PayChex, PayCor

Professional affiliations

Society of Human Resources Management

Northern Indiana Human Resources Management Association

LaPorte Chamber of Commerce

LaPorte Manufacturers Association

LaPorte County Emergency planning Committee

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