Manager Manufacturing

Ronald W. Shroder

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Aurora, CO *0017

303-***-**** (h)

775-***-**** (c)

******.*******@*****.***

Manufacturing / Production Manager

Accomplished, results-focused manager with comprehensive background in operations leadership,

manufacturing principles, lean manufacturing practices, and engineering. Dynamic leader, able to

coach, inspire, motivate, and mentor employees to achieve company’s targets, mission, and goals.

Track record of performance in analyzing operations to identify potential cost-reduction and program

improvement areas; recognized for consistent improvements in productivity and bottom line.

Effective problem solver, adept in analyzing critical situations and creating solutions to complex

issues. Exemplary integrity, trustworthiness, and work ethic.

Core competencies include:

* Manufacturing Management

* Regulatory Compliance

* Strategic Planning & Execution

* Staff Training & Development

* Procurement & Inventory Control

* Production Supervision

* Value Stream Mapping

* Lean Manufacturing Practices

* Cost & Productivity Improvements

* ISO 9001 and 9100 Leadership

Keyword Summary

manufacturing manager, production manager, operations leadership, manufacturing principles, lean

manufacturing practices, engineering, regulatory compliance, strategic planning, strategic execution,

staff training, staff development, staff coaching, staff motivation, staff mentoring, procurement,

inventory control, production supervision, value stream mapping, lean manufacturing practices, cost

improvements, productivity improvements, ISO 9001 leadership, ISO 9100 leadership, operations

analysis, cost reductions, program improvements, productivity improvements, bottom-line

improvements, problem solving, critical situation analysis, solutions-focused

Professional Experience

MARATHON EQUIPMENT COMPANY, Yerington, NV

MANUFACTURING MANAGER & GROUP LEADER, 2008 to 2009

Directed the day-to-day manufacturing functions for a recognized leader in the manufacture of

quality waste handling equipment, tools, and specialties. Conducted studies across the plant,

focused on information gathering, baseline establishment, and troubleshooting. Performed plant

layout studies and recommended changes through Value Stream Mapping. Completed standard

work studies and collaborated with team to apply best practices for multi-plant implementation.

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Facilitated leadership series aimed at enhancing the management team’s leadership skills,

knowledge, and abilities. Developed and maintained Emergency Evacuation Plan (EEP).

Established supermarkets and set Kanban levels from POUS to inside / outside supermarkets and

vendors. Worked closely with associates to develop and maintain training metrics enabling all group

leaders to identify opportunities for training and cross-department utilization of associates.

Selected accomplishments:

** Coordinated relocation of Baler Department, which overall results included a 200% increase in

productivity with two fewer employees, 90% reduction in travel time, 70% decrease in motion time,

and 50% trim down of inventory. Additionally, freed up 5000 square feet of manufacturing floor

space.

** Led the implementation of Andon Flags and visual cycle time clock that could be viewed

throughout the plant, increasing productivity by 130%.

** Initiated continuous improvements in production, processes, and procedures, resulting in 75%

reduction in monthly spending and 52% decrease in work-related injuries in nine months.

** Trained and led 109 associates in Lean Manufacturing 101 including Introduction, Philosophy,

Work Place Organization, First Impression, Cost, 5S, and Visual Management.

** Recognized champion for Team Action Sheets (TAS) process for obtaining ideas for

improvement; closed 661 improvements in 2008 with an average workforce of 60 associates.

** Applied A3 style planning to coordinate a heavy equipment move, realizing a cost savings of $5K+

by executing move with a non-utilized talent pool.

DESIGN ENGINEER, 2005 to 2007

Created and modified parts using AutoCAD 2002-2007 and Inventor 8-11. Drafted part drawings,

sub assembly drawings, and final assembly drawings; entered parts in Autodesk Vault. Designed

dies, jigs, fixtures used in the welding and assembly process. Studied and made recommendations

relative to make / buy decisions of components. Devised and modified Bills of Materials (BOM) in

Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) system (AS400). Managed ECO and ECR releases to

ensure full compliance of new standards.

Selected accomplishments:

** Developed spreadsheet to serve as a quick reference for over 125 styles of understructures.

** Participated in new equipment selection and recommendation including justification.

** Assisted in studies and made recommendations concerning scrap, cycle time, and cost reductions

as well as establishing task, changeover and lead times.

RIX INDUSTRIES, Sparks, NV

MANUFACTURING ENGINEER & VALUE STREAM MANAGER, 2007 to 2008

Designed and modified parts, drawings, and assemblies to current standards using DFM for

developer of creative oil-free compressor designs serving customers worldwide. Developed test

reports for presentation to government-contracted inspector during final testing stages. Performed

air and vibration test under controlled conditions to confirm compressors were designed within

government specifications. Maintained processes, procedures, and creation policies across the

organization to ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards. Entered information into computer

associated with newly created parts such as raw materials, routings, and labor costs. Performed

shop floor assistance related to engineered products.

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Selected accomplishments:

** Steered numerous Kaizens using VSM future state map, ultimately increasing productivity by 50%

and reducing on hand inventory of finished goods and lead time by 75% across life cycle.

** Applied AutoCAD and Inventor to design, modify, DFM, and update drawings to current standards;

created part, sub-assembly, and final assembly drawings.

** Utilized Avante (MRP) to design BOMs and update information pertaining to ECOs; created ECOs

and ECRs to maintain change traceability in an ISO 9001 environment for both government and

civilian contracts.

** Collaborated with plant manager on key initiatives such as lean manufacturing to improve plant’s

overall profitability and design engineering for the Mobile Nitrogen Gas Generator.

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Additional experience as Machinist, Metal Forming Machine Operator, Assembler, and Inspector in

manufacturing

Educational Background

UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX, Turnpike Campus

Completing studies toward undergraduate degree in Business Management (anticipated graduation:

2012); GPA: 3.67

INTELLTEC COLLEGE, Grand Junction, CO

A.S. Degree in Mechanical Drafting & Drafting Technologies; GPA: 4.0 / Perfect attendance 11 out

of 12 semesters

Professional Development:

STOP Safety Training Observation Program ~ Drafting Technologies (Board and AutoCAD)

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