Manager Plant
Resume:
DONN HOBSON
**** ***. **. ** ********, OH *****
**********@*****.***
November 30, 2009
VP/COO
Dear Sir:
My management experience has been as a change agent with a concentration on the human element, team
building, and the company, customer, competition approach. I am extremely well suited to fit into the role of the
VP/COO position as advertised on Facebook360. I have outstanding P &L performance with strong focus on
cost reductions using continuous improvements such as TQM, ISO, ERP, MRP, GMP’s, JIT, Kaizen, Lean and
Cellular (Six Sigma) manufacturing techniques. As you will see I have extensive knowledge of Operations,
safety (trained in OSHA), quality and production, while reducing costs. I am also innovative, high energy and a
person who has the ability to manufacture ways, through cultural changes, to continually improve the processes.
You Require: My Experience:
A Manager with extensive experience. Over 15 years in Management positions
including 3 yrs as company COO (Now), 3 yrs
Facility Manager (Vestcom) 4 years Plant Manager
(Hi-Port) and 5 yrs Manufacturing MGR (Arrow)
P&L experience. 15 years of P&L responsibilities
Increased the bottom line $700K –12 months (Now)
Reduced costs $330,000.00 -12 months (Hi-Port)
Reduced costs $415,000.00 -12 months (Arrow)
Improvement to procedures. Increased EBITA $770,000 (Vestcom)
Increased productivity 47% (Arrow)
Increased productivity 12% (Hi-Port)
Reduced inventory $5,200,000 thru JIT-(Hi-Port)
Meet production schedules Eliminated $1,000,000 backlog in first 45 days Hi-P
Knowledge of Safety Protocols. Reduced reportable accidents 42% (Hi-Port)
Safety Chairman (Vestcom, Hi-Port, United States Army)
Obtained 400 safe days (Heinz)
Knowledge of quality performance measures. Reduced customer complaints 69% (Arrow)
Rated #1 site (48) for customer satisfaction (Vest)
Of course these are only highlights of my accomplishments and are the reasons I am very interested in this
position. Please call me at your earliest convenience to further discuss the “get it done” attitude I can bring to
your clients organization and to tell you more in depth of my experiences.
Sincerely,
Donn Hobson
DONN HOBSON
3042 Twp. Rd. 29 Killbuck, OH 44637
**********@*****.***
SUMMARY
Experienced, motivated, results-driven Manager. Proven performer and profit maximizer; skilled in cost
reductions, safety protocols including OSHA CFR 1910, quality enhancements such as ISO and efficiency
improvements. Hands on experience in Lean, TQM, ISO, ERP, MRP, GMP’s, JIT, Kaizen, APICS, Cellular,
purchasing, inventory control, budgeting, P&L, and EPA issues, with a reputation for dedication and creative
problem solving. Committed to providing an atmosphere of exceptional employee moral and growth.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Now Software Gahanna, Ohio 2006-present
Chief Operating Officer (COO) – Software Development. Responsible for day-to-day operations. 4 direct
reports. Duties include: P&L, vendor negotiations, quality, sales, marketing, tech and customer support.
Negotiated a new Bank loan with prime minus _% rate. Cost saving $225,000 per year
Negotiated LOC at prime minus _%.
Implemented new product bundles for sale to end-users. Increased revenue $680,000 last 12 months.
Successful application for $1M Innovation Ohio Loan.
Vestcom Columbus, Ohio 2003-2006
Facility Manager – Printing, laminating and collating. Responsible for P&L of facility. One direct report and 12
indirect reports. Duties include Safety Chairman (OSHA), Hiring Manager, production, quality, purchasing,
warehouse, maintenance and employee training.
Reduced reportable accidents to one in the last three years.
Increased EBITA 46% by reducing daily downtime (lean, scheduling, cellular). Increase of $770,000.00.
Reduced customer reprints through Kaizen altered techniques. Cost savings $18,000.00.
Rated Number One Facility (of 48 total) in customer satisfaction two years running.
Consulting Ohio 2002-2003
Consultant – Safety, production efficiencies, employee empowerment strategies.
Hi-Port Aerosol, Inc Macedonia, Ohio 1998-2002
Plant Manager – Aerosol and liquid filling; compounding, pressurizing, labeling and packaging. Responsible for
P&L of the manufacturing area. Five direct reports, Supply Chain Mgr, Maintenance Mgr, Production Mgr, QC
Mgr (ISO9000), Shipping Mgr and 150 direct reports. Duties include Safety Chairman (OSHA), Hazardous Waste
Chairman (EPA), production, quality, warehouse, purchasing and maintenance.
Reduced reportable accidents 42% through written procedural changes and quarterly training.
Increased productivity 12% (78k-89k) and cut the CPH 9% ($0.078-0.70) by reducing daily downtime
(scheduling, supply chain, cellular). Cost savings, $185,000.00.
Saved $74,000.00 by negotiating purchase prices with vendors. Last 12 months.
Reduced manufacturing scrap 57% through Kaizen altered techniques. Cost savings $31,000.00.
Increased inventory accuracy to 98.5 by developing KANBAN system and cycle counting program.
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Implemented SPC program that reduced CAR’S 21% and rework 29%. Cost savings $43,200.00.
Installed EPA Title V program to meet federal guidelines for air emissions.
Arrow International Cleveland, Ohio 1993-1998
Manufacturing Manager – Web printing, packaging and equipment manufacturer. 12 color presses, collating,
cutting, padding, and packaging. Responsible for 8 departments, a production manager, master scheduler (8 total
direct reports) and 350 non-direct reports in a 3-shift operation. Duties include safety board (OSHA), production,
quality and employee development. Accomplishments include:
Increased productivity 68% (4.92/cph to 7.23) through cellular techniques. Cost savings $171,400.00.
Implemented QC Dept. reducing customer complaints 69% and rework 38%. Cost savings $32,100.
Increased pressroom run time 18% by implementing set up crews (pull system). Cost savings $42,500.
Implemented Scrap Performance Program (peer & pride) increasing production. Cost savings $172,700.00.
Heinz Frozen Foods, Inc. Massillon, Ohio 1988-1993
Production/Sanitation Supervisor – Responsible for supervising production crews of 18-45 employees on
various production lines or sanitation department for preparation and daily USDA/FDA inspection. Training in
HACCP/GMP’s/QS9000/TQM. Duties included safety board, assigning primary and secondary jobs, training,
setup, scheduling, problem solving and quality control. Accomplishments include:
Safety awareness in a department with the worst safety record was increased to obtain 400 safe days.
Shift standard increased 63% through employee rotation (cellular). Cost savings of $60,445.00 per year.
Work time maximized by changing break schedule with cost savings of $27,846.00 per year.
Redefined job descriptions and duties reducing manning 9.4% (lean), for a cost savings of $112,320.00.
Paumier - Machine Shop Massillon, Ohio 1983-1988
Production Supervisor–Die making and metal fabrication, Tier 1 & 2 and government contracts. Responsible for
supervising Punch Presses, Heat Treat, Assembly, and Machining CNC Dept. Duties include safety director,
quality control, setup, maintenance, scheduling, shipping, and receiving. Accomplishments include:
Engineered an assembly stand for a repetitive Ford Motor Co. part that increased hand assembly of 275%
(400 pieces per shift to 1,150 pieces per shift) for cost savings of $38,111. 00.
Implemented SPC program to improve Quality.
Increased punch presses and roll formers efficiencies 22% by better scheduling methods.
Developed the company’s first lock out tag out program, consequently, all safety protocols.
United States Army Reserves 1982-1992
Military Police Training, Primary Leadership Development, Tactical Leadership, Non-Commission Officers
Training. Anti-Terrorism Training, Advanced Assault Training, Nuclear, Biological & Chemical Defense.
Desert Storm; Squad Leader: Responsibilities were 1 asst, 11 squad members and other assigned personnel.
Safety NCO 361st Military Police Unit. Safety Board 820th Military Police Battalion
Rated Best Squad in battalion in 1989 and 1990. Promoted to SSG – E6 in 47 months.
EDUCATION
Kent State/Chancellor University BSBA/ Corporate Management GPA 3.92
Currently enrolled in last class Anticipate graduation in December 09
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