Manager Manufacturing
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Anthony B. (Tony) Lester
P.O. Box *** Home:
Pine Level, NC 27568
abmuad@r.postjobfree.com
PROFESSIONAL OBJECTIVE
A challenging manufacturing leadership position with a progressive
organization with interests in applying Lean Manufacturing and Team
Building. A position requiring an individual with a solid financial
understanding, decision-making process for day-to-day operations, and
strong technical manufacturing background.
QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
> Extensive hands-on Production Management experience in low-volume /
high-mix sheet-metal fabrication and electromechanical assembly
including Lean Manufacturing, JIT, Demand Flow Technology,
Continuous Process Improvement, and OSHA compliance.
> An energetic, creative and profit-oriented leader with demonstrated
success at motivating staff through clear communication and
outstanding analytical and organizational skills.
> Financial analysis and responsibility for plant Profit and Loss.
> Experienced with 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Theory of Constraints,
Standard Operations, Kaizen, and other Lean Manufacturing tools.
> Noted for accelerating production through strong managerial skills,
employee involvement/empowerment and visual factory tools.
> Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.
> Excellent organizational, interpersonal, verbal and written
communication skills.
EDUCATION
> Bachelors Degree - Christopher Newport University, 1993
Business Administration - Accounting GPA 3.5
> Associates Degree - Thomas Nelson Community College, 1992
Business Administration - Accounting, GPA 3.6
> Certificate - Thomas Nelson Community College, 1983
Industrial Management - Supervision GPA 3.5
> Certificate - Newport News Shipbuilding Apprentice School, 1982
Pipefitting - Industrial Management - Supervision GPA 3.4
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2008. CAPTIVEAIRE, INC. - Plant Manager
Responsible for managing the manufacturing operations of a 160+
employee sheet metal fabrication and assembly facility. Worked
closely with the leadership team to drive continuous operational
improvements and implement lean manufacturing. Planned, led,
coordinated, and executed changes to improve product quality and
customer satisfaction. Promoted a teamwork environment committed to
continuous process improvement focused on safety, quality, customer
service, and cost.
1995. FLEXTRONICS INTERNATIONAL
To
2008 Operations Manager (2002 - 2008)
Responsible for managing and coordinating interdepartmental
efforts to work together in a Teamwork environment that
developed a world class manufacturing system for various
contract manufacturing projects. Supported and implemented Lean
Manufacturing, KanBan and 5S Initiatives that identified process
improvements to improve efficiency, reduce variation and
eliminate waste by utilizing DMAIC methodologies. Evaluated and
implemented effective processes through the use of Kaizen Events
that resulted in significant improvements in product flow,
quality, and consumer satisfaction. Facilitated teams utilizing
a methodical approach to problem solving and root cause
analysis.
Project / Production Manager (1995 - 2002)
Responsible for the daily production activities of sheet metal
fabrication, assembly, and electronics integration activities.
Required extensive application of management, supervisory, and
technical experience.
1979. NEWPORT NEWS SHIPBUILDING AND DRYDOCK COMPANY
To
1992. Technical Planner III (1991 - 1992)
Reported to Senior Project Engineer with responsibility for the
development of Naval Ship Technical Information Packages.
Involved extensive use of mainframe computer systems.
Senior Engineering Operations Coordinator (1987 - 1991)
Reported to Manager of Reactor Services Engineering on all
matters concerning departmental budget requirements.
Responsible for maintaining accounting records, monitoring
overall performance, and preparing analytical reports.
Production Planner III (1985 - 1987)
Responsible for scheduling and planning of work to support naval
submarine construction schedules. Required proficient use of
governmental engineering documents and various computer
operations.
Production Supervisor (1982 - 1985)
Responsible for supervising 19 production employees in a
technical construction environment. Required extensive
application of management, supervisory, and technical
experience.
Apprentice Pipe fitter (1979 - 1982)
Responsible for fabricating and installing piping systems aboard
government and commercial ships. Involved extensive academic
and technical training designed for the specialization of trade
skill processes in accordance with strict government procedures
and tolerances.
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