DAVE BOSTWICK

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859-***-**** . aboffi@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

Looking to make a serious difference in an organization using my energy and

skills that I have developed.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

The ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and

statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry as

where needed.

The ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and

proportions to practical situations.

The ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical

journals, financial reports, and legal documents.

The ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers,

regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.

The ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to

prescribed style and format.

The ability to effectively present information to top management, public

groups, and/or our boards of directors.

EXPERIENCE

Plant Manager/General Manager

July 2012 to Feb 2013

Regent Aero Space Corporation, Plainfield, IN

Company Overview: Regent Aerospace is a FAA Regulatory Plant Manufacturing

facility, we manufacture seats, galleys for Delta Airlines, United

Airlines, and Southwest Airlines & Spirit. Including RSS to which is the

Safety

Devices upon the plane.

As the Plant Manager I reported to the VP of Operations and will be

responsible for the management of the manufacturing operations within the

plant (we my direct report I plan, direct, and coordinate the operations

of all production, Human Resources, Maintenance, Transportation, Safety

and employee related issues. I am responsible

for the development, implementation, and maintenance of manufacturing

methods. Continuously developing manpower requirements and setting

priorities for production schedules based on planning.

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Determining plant policies in conjunction with company policies.

Executing the sales revenue and operating income plan with yearly

budgets.

Managing and supervising production managers, production supervisors, and

all direct and indirect reports.

Developing shift standards and operating schedule for all production

departments.

Leading processes and improvement efforts

P&L responsibility for the plant

Responsible for safety of all working environments and the maintenance

and care of the facility

Responsible for quality assurance and all quality control functions

Plant Manager

March 2000 to July 2012

M & I Products, Louisville, KY

In this position I managed 6 or more subordinate direct department managers

and over 11 supervisors who in turns supervising 200+ employees at one

manufacturing site, Louisville. I was responsible for the overall

Direction, coordination, and evaluation of all Plastic Injection Molding

Plant production to include all high speed

precision press molds and precision injection molding operations, All

facility management & maintenance, all Industrial engineering, product

quality and employee health, safety & environment standards the VP of

Manufacturing also directly supervises one or more non-supervisory

employees.

My essential duties and responsibilities as the plant manager include the

following. And other duties that may be assigned.

.Developing maintaining manufacturing operation business plans to include

all program requirements, labor hours, cycle, production costs, and image.

.Reduction of production costs through continuous improvement of

productivity, optimal unitization of deployed capitol.

.Tracking and comparing Key Productivity Index values to Plan to maximize

operations.

.Planning, developing and implementing capital projects.

.Effective utilization of Shop Floor control, systems and tools.

.Implementing and maintaining Lean Manufacturing techniques.

.Providing input to the development of product strategy and research and

development of new and emerging products and processes.

.Establishing production and quality control standards, developing budget

and cost controls, and providing data regarding delivery dates of products

ordered.

.Developing a manufacturing process plan, including personnel requirements,

material needs, subcontract requirements, facility needs, and tooling and

equipment needs.

.Ensuring all established costs, quality, and delivery commitments are met.

.Coordinating manufacturing activities with all other functions of the

organization to obtain optimum production and utilization of human

resources, machines, and equipment.

.Reviewing production and operating reports and directs the resolution of

manufacturing and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent

production delays.

.Performing administrative activities associated with the effective

management of shop operations, including compiling, storing, and retrieving

production data for reports.

.Determining responsibilities of assigned organization and staff positions

to accomplish business objectives.

.Training and ensuring all assigned employees are aware of and comply with

company, government, and customer policies, procedures, and regulations

Plant Manager

May 1991 to February 2002

Rantoul Plastic Products, Rantoul, IL

May 28, 1991 - Quality Control Supervisor Oct 16, 1992 - Director of

Quality Control June 04, 1993 - Quality Control Supervisor Jag: 22, 1995 -

Process Control Engineer

Dec: 04, 2001 - Plant Manager, (Shell House Road)

Responsibilities

Directing and coordinating overall plant operations. Ensures that

objectives are achieved at the lowest cost consistent with quality

requirements. Delegating authority to key manager/supervisors at all times.

.Directing and coordinating activities of plant to obtain optimum

efficiency and economy of operations and maximize profits.

.Planning and developing organization policies and goals and implements

goals through subordinating administrative personnel.

.Directing preparation of directives to division or department

administrator outlining policy, program, or operations changes to be

implemented.

.Coordinating production activities with procurement, maintenance and

quality control activities to obtain optimum production and utilization of

human resources, machines, and equipment and anything necessary to increase

maximum revenue.

.Reviewing and analyzing production, quality control, maintenance and

operational reports to determine causes of nonconformity with product

specifications and operating or production problems.

.Developing and implementing operating methods and procedures designed to

eliminate operating problems and improve product quality.

.Revising production schedules and priorities as result of equipment

failure or operating problems.

.Consulting with engineering personnel relative to modification of

machines, molds, and equipment in order to improve production and quality

of products.

.Managing and evaluating performance of staff by coaching employees,

conducting performance appraisals,

Administers discipline, training and development.

.Analyzing and determine manpower requirements, determining

qualifications and individuals for hire, assigning and directing work

through department managers, ensuring proper safety equipment is worn and

proper safety procedures are followed at all times without ANY

exceptions. Always responsible for the safety of all plant employees.

.Reviewing new product plans and discusses equipment needs and

modifications in collaboration with other key people within and outside the

plant.

* Working closely daily with Human Resources, Accounting, Transportation,

Safety, Production to ensure we are maximizing at all levels, conducting

daily dB meetings, monthly safety meetings, ensuring all employees are

meeting requirements, they are being trained to give them exact tools to

succeed.

Traveling to other plants in the organization to help with their needs as

assigned, I traveled on 25% basis, as we at this time was opening a couple

of plants and I was part of the startup team.

I was very closely working with purchasing, inventory as this is a big

issue within my eyes as this is a unique expense that can creep up on you

and be a waste if not monitored.

As assigned and always changing other task to facilitate the job to

increase revenue, decrees cost and to ensure employee safety.

EDUCATION

Concordia University, 1991

Chicago, IL

Bachelors of Science Manufacturing GPA: 3.89

PERSONAL

Willing to Travel

Willing to Relocate

RELATED COURSEWORK

Several Workshops, 9002 Certifications

SPECIALIZED TRAINING

Advanced in Computer Software of manufacturing, Excel, Microsoft, Opera

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