JIM FOUNTAIN

Aurora, IL · 630-***-**** · ac8i48@r.postjobfree.com

An AIB Certified Baker in Breads and Rolls with over 30 years of varied experience in Baking, Pastry, Manufacturing, Product Development, Technical Sales/Service and Management.

EXPERIENCE

JUNE 2016 – PRESENT

PLANT MANAGER, GOLD COAST BAKERIES

• Complete ownership of operations and production.

• Reduced workforce by 21% while increasing throughput.

• Managed overall waste at a level of 3% or less.

• Zero OSHA recordables under my supervision.

• Reformulation and product development for national customers.

• BRC ranking of “A” 2 years running.

OCTOBER 2015 – MAY 2016

PRODUCTION MANAGER AND SENIOR R&D TECH, LABRIOLA

• Improved quality and production methods of existing Artisan breads.

• Created R&D formulation and documentation standards.

• Maintained a successful mix attainment of 91% and packing attainment of 93%.

• Kept waste well below the set parameter of 7%.

• Ran my departments with zero OSHA recordables.

• Restructured Supervisor level management for an annual savings of $125,000.

• Brought top 10% of products in line with product specifications for an annual COG’s

savings of $157,000.

DECEMBER 2013 – SEPTEMBER 2015

PLANT MANAGER, REAL DEAL DESSERTS

• Assist in developing strategies and implementation plans to improve and standardize

all aspects of bakery operations.

• Manage the selection, training, and development of production, packaging, S&R, and

sanitation staff.

• Coordinate maintenance and repair of equipment to minimize downtime.

• Manage the Product Development project pipeline.

• Scale up to commercialization

• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to develop new business.

MAY 2009 – DECEMBER 2013

PASTRY CHEF/TECHNICAL SALES AND SERVICES, MASTER FOOD BROKERS

• Supported retail and wholesale customers by providing technical support, training bakers and cake

decorators, as well as marketing and sales strategies.

• Product development for retail customers based on their needs using ingredient and product sold on

behalf of our principals.

• Produced product and set displays for food shows and presentations to current and prospective clients.

MARCH 2006 – APRIL 2009

R&D CERTIFIED BAKER, NATION PIZZA PRODUCTS

• Development and reformulation of dough based products, sweet and savory fillings and toppings.

• Achieved goals by translating customer objectives into prototype and gold standard bench top samples.

• Delivered recommendations for product improvement, lean manufacturing.

• Coordinated production efforts with co-manufacturers.

• Organized line test runs.

• Recommended and resourced raw materials and gathered required documentation for Purchasing

Department.

EDUCATION

ASSOCIATES BAKING AND PASTRY, COLLEGE OF DUPAGE

CERTIFIED BAKER BREADS AND ROLLS, American Institute of Baking

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