Management Manager
Resume:
Bill H. Hurt
** ******* ****** ***** ***# ***, Hopkins, MN 55343
Phone: 612-***-**** Email: *********@*****.***
Accomplished VP of Operations with a distinguished career as a driving
force behind ROI projects, with a solid reputation for spearheading growth
and long-term value. Visionary, engaging leader with proven qualifications
in the following areas:
Quality Assurance Management Full P&L Accountability
Capital Budgeting
EHS System Management Multi-Location Management
Strategic Planning
Total Project Management
Standardized Work and Procedures Supply Chain
Management
Lean Enterprise Management Contract
Negotiations Logistic
Management
Research & Development Expense
Management Labor Relations
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES:
EMPLOYER: Materials Processing Corp-MPC TITLE: VP of
Operations TERM: 2010 - Present
As Vice President of Operations, I aim to maximize the organization's
growth and profitability while leading and managing multi-location company
operation functions (60% travel) including Logistics, Supply Chain
Management, Production Operations, Diagnostic Refurbishment, Project
Management and Customer Relationships. I review and approve plans to
control budget spending, labor efficiency, and material efficiency, new
areas of technology and customer service efficiencies. I review performance
against operating plans, analyze market conditions and approve changes in
plan directions. I have 236 employees that I aim to empower through my
core leadership team and myself directly. I strive for success by
collaborating with other departments and segments of management to
establish and execute responsibilities.
> Increased production throughput by 30% while reducing labor cost by
35%
> Increased commodity net revenue by 15% through tactful negotiations
and relationship building
> Lowered logistic cost by 25% through the implementation quarterly RFQ
programs
EMPLOYER: Millerbernd Manufacturing TITLE: Plant
Manager TERM: 2007 - 2010
Managed the departments responsible for scheduling, machining, welding and
fabrication, assembly, coil forming and testing, maintenance, R&D and
shipping and receiving. Reviewed the work performance of 166 skilled
technicians and supervisors. Scheduled work assignments and followed-up on
results. Trained employees on lean concepts to improve better methods of
work habits. Assist employees with proper tools to perform task and
provide necessary lean techniques. Reported on manufacturing matrix, SQDC,
and discuss risk, accomplishments and strategic planning.
> Increased On-Time Delivery measurable from 45% to a monthly average of
95%
> Increased employee morale and participation through the implementation
of lean manufacturing philosophies
> Lowered raw material inventories by 30% in order to be more in line
with true demand
EMPLOYER: Middleville Tool & Die Inc. TITLE:
Manufacturing Manager TERM: 2001 - 2007
Directed and coordinated production operations to obtain efficiency and
economy of operations. Planned, developed, and implemented company policies
and goals. Analyzed production operations and determined changes in
production procedures. Reviewed work orders and master schedule to
ascertain product details in order to plan department operations. I worked
with teams to establish: Value Stream Mapping, 5S and Visual Controls,
Teambuilding and Problem Solving, Pull Scheduling / Inventory, Real Mixed
Mode Production, Standard Work Methods, Preventative / Predictive
Maintenance, Quality Controlled at the Source, Culture Transformation,
Effective Cell Layouts and SMED Practices. Respectfully participated to
help develop a world class company. Resigned from Middleville Tool & Die
to seek new career opportunities in Minnesota.
> Implemented lean manufacturing tools and techniques through a
partnered TPS program
> Implemented production KPI's which tracked Labor Cost to throughput,
OTD, TQA, TPM and customer satisfaction
> Designed and implemented automated processes in order to meet customer
demand and quality expectations
EMPLOYER: General Motors / Lear Corporation TITLE: Technical Trades
Supervisor TERM: 1996 - 2001
Used engineering knowledge to design, develop and validate manufacturing
equipment and processes. Maintained and improved existing production
processes, as well as working with cross-functional teams to deliver new
products. Planned and conducted validation activities for equipment,
processes and products. Developed and distributed APQP's, FMEA's and
Process Flows. Identified planned and implemented process changes.
Participated in establishing product requirements, schedules, validation
reports/protocols, work instructions, standard operating procedures and
test methods. Directed and supervised 78 technical trade union employees.
Organized and performed professional technical presentations to technical
staff, management and visitors. General Motors / Lear Corporation closed
operations in my Grand Rapids, MI plant. Position ended.
> Coordinated the transfer of operations from a Trenton, NJ General
Motors facility with my team of skilled technicians
> Participated in the development of lean culture in the first West
Michigan General Motors facility.
> Reduced consumable inventory supplies by 12% while establishing short-
term supply agreements with vendors
EMPLOYER: Alcoa / ACMI
TITLE: Maintenance Manager TERM: 1994 - 1996
Provided technical support to ensure reliability and the optimum safe use
of the facilities, equipment, and resources in order to meet customer
requirements and manufacturing objectives. Responsible for project work and
process development to create work cells. Assigned to project
responsibilities from concept to completion. Estimated and justified
equipment specifications, total process development and leading the
operations team through customer approval and launch. Assumed
responsibility of small to large-scale projects. Practiced lean
manufacturing tools and concepts. Provided exceptional oral and written
communication techniques to manufacturing. Resigned from Alcoa / ACMI to
accept an advanced career opportunity with General Motors.
> Designed and implemented the first aluminum casting process for the
Dodge Viper V10 motor blocks
> Implemented and supported the first vacuum / pressure casting
automated machine for ACMI
> Supported the reduction of unplanned downtime by 60% through zone
monitoring
EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL TRAINING:
Montcalm Community College
General Motors Health & Safety Program
Sidney, MI
Grand Rapids, MI
Business Courses, 1988 - 1989
Supervisor EHS Certifications, 1999
Herman Miller HMPS Program
Kellogg Community College
Holland, MI
Kalamazoo, MI
Toyota Production Systems, 2001-2007
GD & T Certification, 2002
Baker Community College
City of Hastings
Grand Rapids, MI
Hastings, MI
Lean Manufacturing Certification, 2003
LDFA Member, 2006-2007
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Accomplishments available upon request - Including PowerPoint cost savings
and lean initiative presentations
PERSONAL REFERENCES:
Jason Newell (Character Reference)
Oz Oliver (Work Reference)
Gary Middleton (Work Reference)
Jason Dority (Work Reference)
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