Tony Crihfield
Macedonia, OH 44056
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Objective
To be affiliated with a contemporary, progressive firm in a position
related to the field of manufacturing/production management.
Experience
SPS Technologies - PCC Airfoils, Cleveland, OH 2006- 2009
Manufacturing Area Manager
Schedule and coordinate jobs to maintain efficient utilization of equipment
as directed. Ensure a safe, harmonious, orderly and clean work area.
Balance productivity with scheduling issues, overtime needs, efficiencies,
costs, quality and education of the work force. Work closely with Safety
Departments to ensure compliance with all applicable company and
governmental standards and polices
> Direct Supervision of hourly employees in multiple work areas.
> Coordination of Process Control Engineering activity required for
problem solving and continuous improvement
> Foster solid intra- and interdepartmental communications (safety and
quality policies, productivity goals, product scheduling etc.)
> Ensure procedure adherence and achievement of basic quality standards
> Implementation of total quality management measures in accordance with
ISO 9002, TS16949 and other applicable industry standards and customer
specifications
> Work with Process Control Engineering to improve and manage training
programs and documentation
> Input with new product development through Development Engineering
group
> Drive workforce accountability to all Quality standards and Workplace
rules
> Implementation of fundamental LEAN concepts (Visual Factory, 5S and
Interference management.)
> Coordination with Maintenance on scheduling equipment availability for
preventative and unplanned maintenance events
> Define department-specific metrics linked to performance on plant
global metrics
JAE Tech, Inc., Apple Creek, OH 2000-2006
Manufacturing Manager / Safety Director
Responsibilities Include
> Successfully monitored workflow, maintain a continual follow-up
program to ensure adherence to procedures in all areas
> Monitor quality of department incoming and outgoing work
> Plan and schedule staffing requirements needed in order to meet
specific quality standards and production objectives in all areas
> Provide direction and support to shift supervisors and lab personnel
to ensure a profitable, cohesive production operation
> Successfully analyze workflow, yields, manpower requirements,
production restraints and quality issues. Identify problems and
develop solutions to continually improve the operations
> Provide routine reports to management on process and production
variances and action plan to continuously improve the process
> Determine training requirements and ensure all training needs are
met
> Work with HR, Quality, etc. to develop training as required
> Safety - Communicate safety rules and the need for protective
equipment. Enforce Safety and Housekeeping policies at all times
> Applied positive human relations approach in managing the work force.
Implemented and prepare written performance evaluations and discuss
progress with each supervisor and operators
> Responsible for administering company policies and provide timely
counseling as required. If necessary, discharge employees after review
and final approval of Human Resources and Operations
PCC Airfoils, Inc., Minerva, OH 1989-2000
Manufacturing Supervisor
> Directed and lead hourly employees in a variety of daily activities
> Implementation of manufacturing plans to minimize inventory and lead-
times
> Foster team work which resulted in continuous improvement towards
departmental goals
> Co-ordinate preventative maintenance programs
> Focus on meeting overall objective as well as day to day targets,
while adhering to budget
> Schedule production requirements in conjunction with production
control
> Effectively train, motivate, evaluate, support and coach teams in a
safe and productive environment
CNC Technician
> Perform setups on production equipment
> Troubleshooting in-process problems
> Lead man of production operators
> Basic G & M code programming and editing of N.C. programs
> Perform corrective and preventative maintenance
> Responsible for the following equipment: LR-25 & LC-20 Okuma 4-Axis
Turning Centers, Cincinnati Milacron 1208 W/Acamatic 850 Control,
Cincinnati Milacron 4-Axis W/Fanuc Control, Mori Seiki ZL-25 4-Axis
W/Fanuc Control
Education
Bachelor's Degree, Business Management - Stark Technical College, June
1990
Relevant Courses
> Principles of Production & Inventory Management, June 1987
> Production Planning Systems, June 1987
> Production Control Systems, August 1988
> Effective Communication Skills, June 1989
Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma Black Belt - University Of Akron, January
2010
Barberton High School Barberton, OH, Graduate
> Machine Trades Major
> Pertinent Curriculum; Statistical Process Control, Measurement and
Inspection Tools, Blueprint Reading, Shop Mathematics, CNC Lathe
Operations