Leroy C. Williams
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Management Production/Manufacturing Chemical Manufacturing
Successful and highly accomplished Manufacturing/Production Manager with proven track record of exceptional production management experience in surfactant, polymers and additives manufacturing. Excellence organizational and problem solving skills in union/non-union environment with track record of fiscal managerial accomplishments. Possesses excellent knowledge of plant batch manufacturing operations, great motivator, team player and engaging leader. Great communicator and interpersonal skills with the ability to build high-performance teams that generate optimal levels of productivity and performance.
Core Competencies
Problem Solving Communication
Inventory Management EHS
Budgeting Financial Planning
Needs Assessment Evaluation
Process Improvements Detailed Oriented
Troubleshooting Conflict Resolution
SOP Administration Implementation
Prioritization Resource Optimization
Cost Control Reduction
Staff Supervision Coaching
Six Sigma Quality Assurance
Process Compliance Adherence
Select Achievements
Established highly successful recycling program for off quality products,saving over 2million dollars annually
Instrumental in successfully establishing the ISO 9001-2000 program at Dexter Chemical.
Improved EHS program, reduced OSHA recordable loss time due to injury, and implemented environmental friendly equipment and programs in the manufacturing plant.
Decreased customer complaints 85% by developing stringent testing method on raw material and finished products.
Developed and implemented a progressive PM program, saving the company millions in reduced equipment downtime.
Instrumental in the training and teaching of Laboratory personnel and chemical operators at Ashland Chemical plant prior to coming on line.
Professional History
PROFESSIONAL CONSULTING SERVICES: (June 2015 – Present)
Chemical Process Consultant
Exposure to chemical manufacturing facilities, industrial engineering, safety and production.
.Installed new production manufacturing machinery and guidelines for proper manufacturing
Provided training and technical advice to plant and laboratory personnel and consulted with management on capital expenditure
Advised management on the proper installation of in-process operation of manufacturing chemical reactors on equipment set-up and maintenance and safety.
Initiated new SPC for pilot and large scale production manufacturing operations.
DIAMOND CHEMICAL COMPANY, East Rutherford, New Jersey. 2012-2013
Production Manager
. Directed and supervised production leads and manufacturing teams and monitored RM availability daily.
. Scheduled work assignments and planned and coordinated daily production to maximize equipment usage and increase . Staged raw material daily and implemented methods to reduce production cost and increase productivity.
. Recruited and trained employees in SOP’s procedures, and all aspects of EHS guidelines.
. Ensured that manufacturing products met appropriates specifications and reduced off quality products
NEW YORK LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY (Dec 2010 –May 2012)
Life Insurance Agent
Consulted clients on wealth accumulation and various financial-related issues.
Pioneered training systems for new agents through the mentoring program.
Administrated multiple activities, including sales, marketing, documentation writing, business and individual prospecting, and client-related problem resolution.
Improved process clarity by designing and updating department work instructions and reports on a regular basis.
Utilizing numerous direct and indirect marketing tools for prospecting of new clients, including seminars and webinars.
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CLEANSE TEC, Brooklyn, New York, 2009-2010
Manufacturing/Production Manager
Provided directions for employees regarding SOP, EHS to enhance quality products, and a safe working environment.
Assigned manpower workloads with effective use of equipment to meet daily production goals and objectives
Participates in quality improvement meetings to implement corrective action on off quality batches
Provide manpower and equipment resources to meet manufacturing needs daily, and provide shift leaders for manufacturing teams
Worked closely with Engineering to implement new product changes and monitored pilot projects.
Hands on Leader, who is consistently engaged with shift leaders and QC team to enhance quality and production.
Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DEP and HAZMAT regulations and establishes clean working environment with GMP principles.
DEXTER CHEMICAL/ASHLAND-HERCULES INC., Brunswick, Georgia, 1982-2008
Process Engineer Consultant, Ashland-Hercules Inc. (2008)
Plant Superintendent, Dexter Chemical (1995-2007)
Provided necessary information to management during plant implementation, to eliminate repetitive problems.
Trained all personnel, including lab and manufacturing staff, in the manufacturing of surfactants.
Ensured quality output and process efficiencies by overseeing production methods and process engineering; proactively proposed cost-conscious methods to improve process effectiveness.
Consistently managed an accurate inventory of raw material in process and finished goods.
Provided technical support during the implementation of the new plant regarding capital expenditure-related matters.
Created a chemical operation while concurrently ensuring health and safety as a top priority.
Confirmed manufacturing operations adherence to all local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
Directed logistics and shipping operations, and created an effective preventative maintenance program.
Education & Professional Development
Bachelor of Science--- Plant & Soil Science Tuskegee University, Tuskegee, AL
Masters of Science--- Soil Microbiology Alabama A&M University, Huntsville, AL.
Technical Skills: MS Suite, SAP, Lotus notes, Chempax