Manager Project Management

JUSTIN RUMMER

**** ***** ***** **** **. Box ****, Harrison, AR 72602 H: 937-***-**** ******.******@*******.***

SUMMARY

To continue leading industrial corporations to a level as world-class in it's core competency. To secure

that entity for improved global positioning & growth. Formally educated and trained in all aspects of

Rubber Technology, Metal (Aluminum) Casting, Machining, and diverse assembly. Close tolerance

technology, continuous improvement, and management from many Japanese Engineers and

numerous management personnel. Have reported and worked successfully with eleven different

Presidents in the past 27 years. College Course Work *University of Akron; Rubber Technology *Kepner

Tregoe Problem Solving / Decision Making *Business Processes Incorporated; Problem Solving / Decision

Making

SKILLS

Leadership/communication skills Project Management

Business operations organization Staff Development

Employee Relations Team Building

Self Motivated P & L Management

Problem Solving Change Implementation

Fundamental Computer Skills; Business Development

Excel, Outlook, Word, etc.

CORE ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Project Management:

Initiated Kaizen which resulted in an 18% sustained labor productivity

improvement.

Human Resources:

Spearheaded new Communication program which increased retention

and decreased associate concerns by 75%

Staff Development:

Launched well-received program of professional development

courses for all staff.

Mentored and coached 1st Line Leaders resulting in a 35% increase

in productivity.

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EXPERIENCE

11/2014 to Current Division President

PACE Industries Harrison, AR.

PACE Industries is a mid-size manufacturer utilizing high pressure die cast

aluminum parts for the consumer and automotive industry.

They also incorporate numerous following manufacturing methods

including machining, finishing, and assembly operations.

I am the Chief Executive of this Operation and I have facilitated a

complete "turn-around" action.

Following six years of negative earnings, our operation was positive by my

5th month.

Non-Value positions were eliminated, focus on improving quality reduced

cost of manufacturing by more than 30%

01/1997 to 08/2014 President / General Manager

Ahresty Wilmington Corporation Wilmington, Ohio

Ahresty Wilmington Corporation is a manufacturer of high-pressure die cast

aluminum parts for the automotive industry.

The parent company, located in Japan, is the second largest automotive

parts caster in their home country.

The Wilmington operation produces more than 50 million pounds of

product shipped annually, with sales of greater than 185 million US$ for FYE

3-31-2013.

Parts are cast, machined, and assembled at this location.

Current employment is 843 associates.

Named to the Board of Directors of the Wilmington Operation, the Mexico

Operation, and Ahresty of Japan

01/1997 to 08/2014 Vice President of Operations / Plant Manager / Manager of Manufacturing /

Production Manager

Spearheaded Scrap Reduction System, resulting in a 35% increase in

revenue. Manager of Die Casting General Manager reports directly to the

Executive Director and the Chairman of the Board.

The position is responsible to lead all aspects of the company in a culture

of continuous improvement, to a result of increasing profit.

Established the Company Improvement Plan, designed to fit within the

framework of the Corporate Vision and leading to success, is fundamental

to the position.

This position develops a Three-Year Plan and in collaboration with the

leadership team develops the single year plan.

The position is responsible for all aspects of Production, including Safety,

Quality, Delivery, Cost Reduction and approval of Capital Acquisitions.

The position requires an extremely high visible role to all levels of the

company and customers.

Reduced the rejection rate by 35% thus providing a catalyst for growth

from 320 associates and $52 million US$ in sales, to 843 associates and $185

million in sales.

Upon arrival, the accumulated deficit was $18 million US$.

End of FY07 it was a positive $45million US$.

Implemented a cultural change from a hostile, adversarial business

environment to one of cooperation and open communication.

Instrumental in achieving the certifications of ISO 9001, QS 9000, ISO 14001,

& TS 16949.

Directed the implementation of planned preventive maintenance systems

resulting in solid machine operation stability from 69% Uptime to 81%

Implemented engineering & quality control plans, and executed those to

substantially reduce internal and external rejection rates resulting in much

improved customer relations and excellent improvements to operating

profit.

Implemented cost control systems for operation departments allowing

them to exceed expected reductions in cost; this reduced purchasing

costs for manufacturing by 28%.

Implemented a New Part Development Team that results in successfully

planned and executed new model start ups.

Implemented a Quarterly Business Meeting with all personnel at all levels of

the operation.

Established a supervisory training system and was the primary teacher to all

levels of leadership.

Implemented a "Quick Kaizen" Project System resulting in waste removal /

cost reduction.

Overall savings resulted in a 2% increase in EBI

Can drive effectively the macro corporate vision and direction. Can

communicate the same down to the operation level to lead the

achievement of measurable results.

Easily develops an environment of open dialogue thus ensuring accurate

information and team ownership from all levels.

Key Measures: Productivity Improvement, Labor Content, OEE, Quality

Improvement, Safety Incidents & Ratings, Overall Scrap, Customer Return,

Cost Reduction, & Financial Result

05/1987 to 01/1997 Production Manager

YUSA Corporation

YUSA Corporation is in Washington Court House, Ohio.

They are a manufacturer of rubber-based products for the automotive

industry.

This location manufactures all types of rubber products varying from liquid

filled engine mounts, anti-vibration bushings, to triple walled fuel tubing.

Their annual sales exceed 180 million US$ and they employed

approximately 750 associates.

Following full production establishment, conducted a Plant Kaizen that

resulted in a sustained 18% improvement in productivity.

Production Manager

Coordinator of Manufacturing

Manufacturing Specialist Manufacturing Team Leader Technical Leader

Member of the original twelve-person operation start-up team.

Developed methodology for and established non-supervisory associate

managed production work areas.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Certified Instructor - University of Wisconsin; Six Sigma, Kaizen Blitz, Visual Control

- AMA; Finance for Non-Financial Executives - University of Michigan; Lean

Manufacturing * Numerous additional Technical, Legal, & Human Resource

course work and classes as expected over my history.

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