Manager Project
Resume:
Brian K. Pond Sr.
RR # * Box ***, Athens, Pa. ***10
Phone 570-***-****
********@******.***
Summary To be a Leader, a key contributor in an organization where I am challenged and allowed to be creative while continuously working
to build and improve World Class multi-functional work teams and processes. Opportunity to achieve the objectives and goals of the
organization by displaying a solid work ethic through exceptional leadership skills, Teamwork, cost effectiveness, utilization and efficiency of
labor, equipment and resources.
WORK HISTORY
Shipping/Receiving/Stockroom Manager - Ingersoll Rand, Athens PA. January 2007 - Present
Responsible for the leadership and direction of over 40 employees in the Shipping, Receiving and Stockroom and Customer Service depts.
Notable Achievements: Brought Corporate Carrier Compliance % from 32% to 94% and earned top rating amongst all Ingersoll Rand
Facilities, resulting in over $30,000/ month cost savings realized. Introduced and implemented new finished goods Kan Ban inventory
system. Improved inventory accuracy from 63% to 89% and cycle counts from 35% to 96% accurate in finished goods. Trained in use of
both Tranzact and Lean Logistics (TMS) logistic software programs for scheduling Inbound and Outbound freight carriers. Developed and
implemented new inventory naming logic. Assisted in developing freight carrier scorecard system rating carriers in numerous metrics critical
to operations. Participated and lead numerous Lean Six Sigma courses/Kaizen events.
Manufacturing Manager – Oakhill Veneer Inc., Troy PA. March 2005 – January 2007
Responsible for Veneer Face Plant Splicing Operations, Purchasing Dept., E.H.S. Waste Water Treatment and Maintenance Dept.
respectively. Delivering cost effective procurements, awarding contracts. Plant wide Security, writing Safety procedures/policies, timely
completion of D.E.P. Air Quality and Water Quality permits. Notable Achievements: Championed several continuous improvement projects
including: introduction of Kan Ban system, which improved schedule level loading and ship-on-time of several key products. Designed work
cells coming off splicing conveyors resulting in reduction of lead-times,W.I.P. and manpower. Assisted in design/layout of wastewater
treatment filtration system. Implemented a quality control specifications system of audits and specification manuals. Championed energy
reduction project focusing on boiler gas and steam usage resulting in 15% improvement.
Production Supervisor - Mill’s Pride L.L.C., Sayre, PA. March 2000 - February 11, 2005
Responsible for the Supervision and direction of over 100 employees in a state-of-the-art CNC machining (R.T.A.) Ready-To-Assemble,
cabinet-manufacturing industry. Vast knowledge of veneers and all aspects of pressing and solid panel stock operations. Notable
Achievements: Developed/implemented a cross training program, Hazard Assessment program and Work Instructions Program. Member of
the Industrial Advisory Committee, and United Way Representative. Project Manager responsible for commissioning and successful
introduction of world's first high-pressure, hot air Wemhoner membrane veneer press, several successful continuous improvement and cost
savings projects including projects to make versus “buy” components, one project resulted in an annualized savings of $1.2 million, and an
optimization project which reduced yield loss from 27% to 9% with an annualized savings of over $700,000. Both of my depts. consistently
recognized as leader in on-time performance, safety, inventory accuracy, personnel and equipment utilization and efficiencies.
Work Systems Training Specialist - I.P Masonite, Towanda, PA. Sept. 1988 - March 2000
Responsible for conducting skills and training needs assessment, initiating an action plan to develop and deliver required training for both
the salary and hourly workforce over 500 strong. Notable Achievements: Developed and implemented numerous training courses
pertaining to both social and technical skills; including Process Control Techniques, F.E.P. training, Quality and Defect Analysis. Developed
and implemented Process Flow Manuals as well as Technical training manuals. Certified instructor of several workshops including D.D.I. and
Kepner Tregoe. Active role in the implementation of a Capacity Assurance program. Member of several active teams to include: Employee
Safety Team, Peer Review Implementation Team.
EDUCATION
* Keystone College, Towanda, PA. July 1997
Degree: AA Major- General Business
* Marine Corps Engineer School, Camp Lejuene, N.C. October 1984 - March 1985
Certification received as a field electrician, water purification specialist, and heavy equipment operator.
* SCT B.O.C.E.S. Technical Ed. and Career Center August 1994 - December 1994
Certification received in H.V.A.C.
* Athens Area High School, Athens, PA. August 1980 - June 1984
Diploma - Major – Business Student Council President
Brian K. Pond Sr.
RR # 2 Box 226, Athens, Pa. 18810
Home Phone 570-***-****
********@******.***
Military
United States Marine Corps Entry Date: August 1984, Honorably Discharged: August 1988
* Field Electrician/ Water Purification Specialist
* Licensed to operate the (R.O.W.P.U.) Reverse Osmosis Water Purification Unit.
* Squad Leader and Barracks (N.C.O.) Non Commissioned Officer, responsible for the direction and
Leadership of a (70) man unit.
* Served as a platoon Safety N.C.O., delivering required training and maintaining platoon-training records.
* Certified Licensed Heavy Equipment Operator.
* Participated in specialized training of new experimental communication devices.
* Participated in a goodwill project to build and electrically wire up a schoolhouse in the Philippines
while attached to the 11th Marine Amphibious Unit.
* Marine Ready Reserves, M.A.W. 472-DET “A” Wyoming, PA. - Honorably Discharged: July 2000.
Honors and Awards
* United States Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal.
* Sea Service Deployment Ribbon.
* United States Marine Corps Meritorious Unit Commendation (2) Awards.
* United States Marine Corps Expeditionary Campaign Ribbon.
* Rifle Sharpshooter Badge.
* Recommended twice for “Marine of the Month” by peers.
Received meritorious promotion to rank of E-2.
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Job Vacancy Information
Personal Information
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SSN: 189602350
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Work Ph# 570-***-**** (Daytime)
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Cell Ph# 570-***-**** (Evening/Anytime)
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References
Supervisors
Ingersoll-Rand Athens Pa. 18810
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Mgr. - David Simpson (Plant Operations Manager)
Do not contact
Oakhill Veneer Inc. Troy, PA. 16947
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Mgr. - Jerry Ross (Director of Operations)
You may contact
Mill's Pride LLC Sayre, Pa. 18850
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Mgr. - Aaron Russell (Production Manager)
You may contact
Masonite Corporation Towanda, Pa. 18848
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Mgr. - Chris Smith (Quality and Work Systems Manager)
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