Bret W. Collins

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Corinth TX 76210

940-***-****

acbaso@r.postjobfree.com

Objective:

To find a managerial position where I can manufacture quality

products, on time, and in the most efficient way possible for my employer's

business and continue developing my career.

Summary:

I have spent the past 27 years gaining valuable experience in the

automotive manufacturing and automotive glass industries. Beginning with

an entry level position and working through college and up the corporate

ladder, I have gained a complete understanding of how to manage a business.

Using Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing principals, I have worked alongside

engineering to expand/grow manufacturing capacity and improve operational

efficiencies. Building positive relationships with customers precipitating

increased revenue. Being considerate of employees has increased longevity

and job satisfaction.

Work History:

2008 - Present; Hilite International

Manufacturing Supervisor - Manage up to 40 employees in a high volume CNC

machining, injection molding, assembly environment in order to maintain

production schedule over 7 product lines in automotive manufacturing

totaling $140 million in annual sales. Utilized Six Sigma Tool of "DMAIC"

to expand capacity of product line from inception (2,000 units daily) to

maturity (20,000 units daily). Manage daily operations in major product

lines, including staffing and work scheduling, production reporting, and

implementing necessary process improvements. Responsible for personnel

training, hiring, discipline, and conflict resolution. Implemented 5S in a

mature product line to improve operational efficiencies.

Materials Manager - Managed five professionals; buyers, planners, warehouse

supervisor, to ensure materials were available to manufacturing.

Responsible for maintaining an average of 10 days on hand, and a target of

inventory budget of $ 3.5 million daily.

Maintenance Supervisor - Managed a staff of 18 maintenance employees

across 3 shifts (24 hours daily) to ensure facilities and equipment were

operational for manufacturing.

Lean Manufacturing Coordinator - Responsible for implementing 5s and

continuous improvement. Successfully managed 5s installation of a major

product line over the course of three months. Managed project from

commencement to conclusion.

1999-2009; Accurate Auto Glass

Owner - Performed all facets of retail auto glass business; installing &

repairing, scheduling, buying, customer service, advertising, relationship

building & sales.

1998-1999; Pilkington

Service Center Manager- Dallas

Sales Manager- North Texas

1987-1998; PPG Industries

Customer Service & Sales

Education:

BBA in Management 1992; University of Texas at Arlington

High School Diploma1986; Cedar Hill High School

5S-Lean Manufacturing 2013; Productivity Inc.

Six Sigma Green Belt 2012; Villanova Online

References:

Available upon request

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