Manager Six Sigma

Thomas H. Sawyer Jr.

*** ***** **** ( Lumber Bridge NC 28357 ( *********@*****.*** (

910-***-****

Certified Six Sigma Black Belt with exceptional Production, Purchasing and

Maintenance expertise to drive cost out of the manufacturing process

Chemicals ? Machinery ? Process Control ? Master Mechanic

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

. MOTIVATIONAL LEADER THAT HAS LED STAFFS OF UP TO 60

. Led a Purchasing Department with a $2 million annual budget

. Efficient in maintaining high production output while ensuring no loss of

quality standards

. Resourceful in identifying, defining, validating, measuring, improving

and controlling process variation

. 5 years experience negotiating the purchase of chemicals, dyes and

machine parts

. Experienced in the maintenance & repair of hydraulics, pneumatics,

electrical systems, water systems, bulk chemical storage systems and

machinery

. Skilled in the use of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook

Career Achievements

. UTILIZED SIX SIGMA TO DEVELOP COST REDUCTION STRATEGIES ON FIVE MAJOR

PROJECTS SAVING $1.1 MILLION ANNUALLY

. Created new procedures for inventory reductions resulting in $981,000

working capital reduction with $382,000 annual cost savings

. Implemented replacement of high cost machine part saving $500,000

annually which created an 89% profit improvement

. Part of a group that introduced and implemented work teams in a

manufacturing facility

. Installed a preventative maintenance program that reduced machine

downtime 20%

. Increased production in established department to record levels, 10%

above dept. standard

. Instrumental in changing machine setup to reduce variations in material,

by setting up formulas to reduce opportunity for change in processing of

material

. Helped innovate ways to change machine setup to produce better quality

through more efficient cleaning

Professional Experience

SHIFT MANAGER 2005-2009

Mohawk iNDUSTRIES Laurel Hill, NC

Mohawk is the leading producer and distributor of flooring worldwide.

. Managed 60 wage associates in the Carding/Spinning/Maintenance

departments

. Ensured the production flow and quality delivered to the next process was

maintained and the quality was consistent

. Assisted managers in matching inventory to maximize process flow

. Significantly increased production by introducing new process flows,

preventative maintenance programs as well as leading & motivating the

work force

Production Manager 1974-2005

BURLINGTON WORLDWIDE / PerformanceWear Raeford, NC

A leading provider of textile solutions for the Public Service sector,

Career Apparel markets, Military Branches, and the Band Uniform market

. Promoted to all levels and functions within the 1200 employee

manufacturing facility from maintenance to purchasing to Production

Management during a successful tenure at this major corporation

. Led and was responsible for the success and completion of projects by

promoting the use of breakthrough strategies and tools to achieve better

production and improved customer satisfaction

. Value Analysis Coordinator

Additional Experience

. SYSTEMS AUDITOR, GOODYEAR TIRE, FAYETTEVILLE, NC

2002

Selected to guide the company through the Lloyd's audit of production,

safety, payroll and attendance. Suggested improvements led to only one

Opportunity for Improvement on the audit

Education And Training

B.A. SOCIOLOGY 1978

Fayetteville State University Fayetteville, NC

Obtained degree while working full time

Selected Certifications

. Six Sigma Black Belt Certification

. CPR & First Aid Instructor Certification

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