Gary A Fedus
*** ******* *****, ***** *****, SC *9445 • C: 513-***-**** • ********@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Dedicated and effective leader site with a demonstrated history of increasing output and reducing manufacturing costs. Site lead for SAP implementation at 24/7 chemical plant. Managed incorporation
of high profit, specialty Pilot Plant products into mainstream manufacturing. Hired and mentored management employees that are high level performers at multiple locations of previous employers.
SKILLS
Cost reduction and containment Team Building
Problem solving Multi-unit operations management
5S & Six Sigma Certification Strategic Planning
Lean manufacturing and design Business process re-engineering
EXPERIENCE
Quality Operations Lead 11/2016 – 2/2018
Parker Aerospace – Moncks Corner, SC
Worked within an AS9100 Aerospace QA system. Responsible for site NDT, CMM and inspection support teams. Assigned as second shift QE, was responsible for all site activities. Working within Solumina, responsibilities included review and approval of work plans, order alterations and job discrepancies. Products include fuel injection systems for commercial, military and power generation jet engine systems.
Operations Manager 08/2013 - 12/2015
Sun Chemical - Goose Creek, SC
Led site operations, including the Waste Water Treatment Plant for the Bushy Park Industrial Complex. Specific duties included annual operating plan execution, safety, environmental, quality, manufacturing,
customer value, financial, maintenance and capital projects. Plant produces High Performance Pigments for Coatings, Plastics, Digital Ink and Organic Pigments for Cosmetic and Effects applications.
Plant Manager 06/2008 - 08/2013
Sun Chemical - Goose Creek, SC
Led day-to-day manufacturing, maintenance, logistics and business improvement activities. Business Improvement teams delivered in excess of $1MM annual savings via the implementation of quality and process improvement projects.
OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE
Assembly Associate 06/2016 - Present
Lowe's Corporation - Goose Creek, SC
Responsible for assembly and pre-inspection of merchandise prior to customer pick up or delivery
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science: Biology
Edinboro University - Edinboro, PA
Emphasis in fresh water ecology and organic chemistry.
Continuing education throughout my career, including 5S, Six Sigma Belt and Champion certification, Kepner-Tregoe certification, Behavior Based Safety, Site Lead for SAP Implementation and Situational/Strategic Leadership.