Management Professional
Highly talented and accomplished management professional with proven information technology, project management, manufacturing operations and broad industries knowledge experience. A history of setting direction, increasing efficiency, driving strong results and a vision for further development. Leveraged new business opportunities through the utilization of emerging technologies, contributing to the development of state-of-the-art standards. Generated success, from business perspective, through the application of existing and innovative information systems and technologies.
Areas of Expertise
Continuous Process Improvement, Strategic Planning, Network Analysis, Operations/Security, On-Time Deliverables, Project Management/Accountability, Customer/Supplier Relations, Budget/Cost Controls, Distribution, Warehousing, Team Player, Strong Leadership Skills; Self Motivator, Hands on Situational Manager, Strong Technical Skills, Excellent Communication, Organizational and Negotiation Skills, Problem Identification/Resolution
Technology Skills
Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft Server 2008/2012, Symantec Mail Security SMTP, Symantec Backup Exec for Windows Servers, Open DNS, Windows; Microsoft Office Suite, Crystal Reports, VPN; Cisco Routers and Switches; Cisco ASA Firewalls, Cisco Unified Communication, VMWare, VSphere, EMC Data Domain and SAN, AS400, Source Fire, Kronos, Nimble San, Intronis Backup Solution, FireAMP, AMP for Endpoints, KnowBe4
Professional History
Clover Farms Dairy Co. 2000 - Present
Information Technology Director
Managed, coordinated and lead company product information systems and support for all locations
Supplier liaison and contract negotiation
Developed and managed operating expense budget and capital planning
Provided leadership and training to accomplish goals and objectives
Internal and external manufacturing compliance initiatives including metrics and performance reporting
Implemented safety and preventative maintenance programs
Identified, developed, implemented and maintained cost effective and below budget solutions
oBar Coding Data Analysis Process
oElectronic Production Process Audit and Invoicing System
oAS400, Route Accounting and Manufacturing ERP System
oGovernment Compliance Controls and Audit Reports
oWarehouse Operations Hand Held Device Set Up
oKronos Time Card System
oEquipment/Repairs/Labor Database
oLabeling and UPC Set Up and Configuration
oNew Account and Customer Route Set Up
oLock Out/Tag Out Program
oTier II Reporting
oElectronic Form Format Conversion
oDisaster Recovery Operations Plan
oBuilding Security Access Control
oCisco Unified Communications System
SuperValu 1983 - 2000
Distribution Center Maintenance Manager
Warehouse maintenance department manager involved in every facet of warehousing including inbound receiving, material handling, order processing, staging orders, loading orders
Coached, trained and mentored new hires and team members
Developed and maintained purchase order system
Planned and coordinated all work orders and ordering of materials and parts
Education
Berks Technical Institute 1998 - 2000
Wyomissing, PA
Associates Degree - Computer Programming
Lincoln Technical Institute 1987 - 1988
Allentown, PA
Electronics Servicing Technology Program
Accomplishments
Advisory Board Member Berks Technical Institute
Member of the Pennsylvania Chamber of Commerce
Novell and Windows Server Training
Microsoft Certified in Excel and Word