Ron Seto

ac5iit@r.postjobfree.com, www.linkedin.com/in/ronseto

864-***-**** Duncan, SC 29334

Operations Manager – Plant Manager

Strong leadership skills with a wide management experience holding several key positions with increasing responsibilities, most recently as the Plant Manager for a Fortune 500 large volume and highly automated facility. Full P&L responsibility with over $100 million in sales. Managed all facets of production and support. Relentlessly pursued process improvements in cost reductions, high quality standards and exceptional safety procedures. Strong analytical, computer and project management skills with a focus on delivering results.

SELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS and SKILLS

Cost Reduction

Continuously reduced cost structure to meet financial objectives and remain competitive in a very cost conscious industry using techniques such as Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.

Strong problem solving skills with the ability to sort through and analyze large amounts of data to make better cost-effective plans and solutions.

Quality

Consistently met or exceeded customer’s quality metrics for their product and achieved several industry and customer quality awards.

Safety

Change agent for improving safety culture through increased employee engagement and empowering individuals and teams to take action.

Technical Knowledge

Very proficient with SAP Business Objects (ad hoc queries and analysis of data), MP2 (maintenance management) and EFI’s ERP (production planning and job instructions). Highly proficient with MS Office software and Google Office Suite.

Green Belt trained for root cause analysis and implementation of data driven actions.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

VP of Operations RRD/LSC Communications - Spartanburg, SC Aug 2014 to Jan 2018

Profit/loss responsibility for publication printing plant producing catalogs and retail inserts with sales over $100M, 31 customers and 450 employees. Supported the Pineville, NC plant ($15M sales, 110 employees) with Customer Service, Quality, HR, Finance, Engineering and Maintenance resources.

Improved material yield by using innovative controls for key variables to exceed target metrics yielding over $500,000 in annual savings.

Reduced crew levels 8% by cross training employees within and across departments to be flexible and able to work in multiple functions.

Proactively mentor and develop 4 new managers due to 100% turnover from retirements.

Developed and presented manufacturing operations budget of over $45M. Monitor business performance and adjust to develop plans that support exceeding the financial budget.

Ensured that scheduling of all resources were integrated with supply-chain.

Record safety performance 2 of the last 3 years (SCMA Plant Safety Awards), resulting in 9% better than the industry average by engaging all employees with creative initiatives.

Strong verbal and written communication skills that can connect throughout the company.

Inventory management – Managed purchasing, warehousing and inventory levels to exceed targets and reduce the cost of capital.

Director of Operations RR Donnelley - Spartanburg, SC Feb 2013 to Aug 2014

Profit/loss responsibility for publication printing plant producing catalogs and retail inserts with sales over $100M, 26 customers and 500 employees.

Significantly reduced energy costs over 10% through negotiating rates, grant awards, implementing new efficient technologies and conservation initiatives.

Reduced web break machine delays 14% and waste reduction 11% by utilizing lean manufacturing tools.

Employee relations and development - Championed a Leadership Development program to prepare hourly employees for higher accountability and to move into Supervisory positions.

Drove strict compliance to operating protocols to reduce variances in quality levels and meet or exceed business performance metrics.

Manufacturing Manager RR Donnelley - Spartanburg, SC Sep 1999 to Feb 2013

Led manufacturing and support departments of 50-300 employees with operating budgets up to $20M.

Reporting support departments included Customer Service, Production Planning, Information Technology, Engineering, Maintenance, Building Infrasturcture and Materials.

Implemented multi-camera inspection system to insure high material quality and to hold suppliers accountable for concealed defects resulting in 5% delay improvement.

As Project Manager, proposed and justified several capital projects totalling over $100M including a $75M plant and equipment expansion which helped reduce crewing costs by 33%.

Led a diverse multi-plant team (8) to implement plans for best practices and adapt to shorter run cycles to stay competitive in a changing market place.

Technical Manager RR Donnelley, Tech Center - Lisle, IL May 1995 to Sep 1999

Rolled out new technologies to RR Donnelley plants worldwide, led best practice teams to help plants adapt to a changing marketplace. Helped prepare strategic business plans.

Manufacturing Supervisor RR Donnelley - Lancaster, PA Aug 1985 to May 1995

Led manufacturing departments with 25-300 employees and operating budgets up to $10M. Implemented ISO 9001 certification.

EDUCATION

University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor of Science (BS) Electrical Engineering - 1985

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

Board Member, AdvanceSC and Upstate Employers Network (UEN)

Selected into RR Donnelley’s Protégé-Mentor program for high potential employees.

Community Involvement – Fostered ties with United Way, Urban League, Miracle Hill Ministries.

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