Jeffrey M. White
*************@*****.***
PERMANENT ADDRESS:
Kent, Ohio 44240
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a challenging management position with a progressive company
which allow me to utilize my management skills and professional
qualification to make an immediate financial and performance impact,
as well as to achieve long term sustained growth. In return I am
seeking career advancement opportunities, professional growth, and
employment stability.
License
State of Ohio HVAC Contractors License #46125
State of Ohio Refrigeration Contractors License
#46125
Education
West Side Institute of Technology Hvac Program-
Cleveland, Ohio
University of Northwestern Ohio,
Business Administration-currently attending
Six Sigma Green Belt - Aveta Business
Institute- Boardman, Ohio
Six Sigma Lean /DFSS Certified- Aveta Business
Institute- Boardman, Ohio
Certifications
1. Certified Proctor for ESCO Institute
2. 410-A Universal Certification Esco Institute
3. Universal 608 CFC Technician Esco
Institute.
4. Industry Competency Exams - Light
Commercial
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Residential Heating and Air Conditioning
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RELEVANT
COURSES
West Side Institute of Technology HVAC Program, Lennox Tech.
Communications, Lennox Service Managers Training at Service Experts of
Indianapolis, Air Advice Monitor Training Program at Lennox
Industries, Operations Accountability.
Areas of Expertise
Maintenance Supervision, Manufacturing /Production
Supervision, Instructor,
Custom Film Coatings, HVAC, Refrigeration, Management.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Andersen Windows / Custom Pultrusions
5/12 - Present
Aurora, Ohio
Manufacturing & Maintenance Manager
> Oversee plant manufacturing and facility operations.
> Responsible for hiring, discipline all manufacturing personnel.
> Oversee hazardous and non hazardous waste shipments. Maintain
environmental and safety documentation
> Plan, direct and effectively manage the production and facility
maintenance activities.
> Responsible for managing all safety, environmental, and
security programs necessary for compliance.
> Manage the manufacturing and maintenance departmental budget.
> Plans, schedules and directs manufacturing, maintenance,
external contractors in the maintenance of company, building
and grounds.
> Oversees and directs all building renovations.
> Accountable for security program, ensuring all security devices
are functional and tested at proper intervals. Oversees
security records, test and access logs.
> Work with site engineering to conduct safety assessments of new
or modified equipment/processes in accordance with Andersen's
Safety Assessment Procedure. Participates with engineering in
problem solving/resolution exercises.
Mactac/ Morgan Adhesives
10/08 - 4/12
Stow, Ohio
Maintenance/ Manufacturing /Finishing Supervisor
> Oversee shift operations 500,000 square foot facility.
> Responsible for Maintenance, Finishing, Shipping and Coating
Depts.
> Approve all overtime, payroll (kronos) and vacations.
> Responsible for all production scheduling of crew members.
> Direct reports include 30-36 teamsters' employees local #348.
> Supervisor -Emergency Hazardous Waste Spill Team and Safety
Pillar Team.
> Responsible for scheduling, financial results, waste,
efficiency and quality, disciplinary issues.
> Develop monthly crew meeting agenda, conduct weekly safety,
quality audits,
Update all daily OEE data.
Kaplan Institute
08/07- 05/08
Cleveland, Ohio
HVAC /Refrigeration Program Director/Instructor
> Responsible for development of the HVAC Program and
recruitment.
> Develop HVAC technicians, and train them for employment in the
industry.
> Educate individuals not only in the technical area of HVAC, but
also the business aspect.
> Certified Proctor for the ESCO Institute to oversee and
administer C.F.C. Certification.
> Developed HVAC lesson plans for Gas, Oil, Electric Heat, Air
Conditioning, Refrigeration, Boilers, Basic Electricity, Heat
Pumps, and Air Distribution.
> Selected all equipment and tools for lab and layout.
> Set up vendor accounts and manage all inventory, supplies and
equipment.
> Responsible for all financial results and student retention.
Lennox Service Experts
03/06 - 06/07
Kent, Ohio
Service Manager/Service Technician/ Interim General Manager
> Service Manager for HVAC providing residential replacement, maintenance.
> Experienced in troubleshooting controls, relays, motors, circuit boards,
and wiring.
> Recruited, interviewed, orientated, and trained new employees.
> Increased revenue 20% in first year.
> Restored customer confidence with prompt service and reduced callbacks to
3%.
> Increased Gross Margin 10% within first year of operation.
> Improved over $330,000 to the bottom line in 18 months as Service
Manager.
> Reduced expenses by $105,000 in 2006.
> Reduced inventory and Accounts Receivable by 65% in first 6 months.
> Member of Better Business Bureau monitored and maintained perfect record.
> #1 company Gross Margin - District 5 - 2006
> Implemented Air Advice Program for the purpose of indoor air
product revenue.
> Direct Reports include 7 Technicians, 4 Customer Rep's, 2
Sales and 1 Install crew.
> Developed selling technicians in the field to increase
replacement sales revenue.
Richland Development
10/03 - 03/06
Middleburg Heights, Ohio
Maintenance/ HVAC Service Supervisor
> Responsible for 15 complexes and clubhouses / 3,000 units.
> Extensive recruiting, hiring, training, and developing of 23
maintenance personnel in repairing and preventive maintenance
of heating and air conditioning systems.
> Decreased A.C. service calls at Hunters Chase Complex by 50%
in the first year.
> Decreased cost of filter replacements by $6,000 during the
first year for all properties.
> Built and maintained strong relationships with Property Managers,
Vendors, and Residents.
> Responsible for compressor replacements, refrigerant charging, and
electrical repairs.
08/00 - 10/03
Akron, Ohio
Commercial /Industrial/Residential HVAC Technician
> Sears, J.F. Bernard, Blind and Sons, Aggreko.
> Responsible for servicing and repairing commercial HVAC systems, walk-in
freezers and
coolers, troubleshooting motors,
compressors, wiring, installing replacement components.
> Assist in installing walk-in freezers and coolers and
refrigerant piping for major restaurants.
> Customers included BW-3, McDonalds, Pet Supplies Plus, Olive
Garden, Damon's, Outback Restaurants, and Golden Corral.
> Service and set up of mobile HVAC systems, A.C., heating,
dehumidifiers, diesel generators, air compressors and
chillers.
> Experience working in emergency situations, industrial
breakdowns, fire damage and power outages.
> Supervise and manage temporary manpower to assist in setup and
teardown of equipment.
> Personally responsible for servicing our equipment on site at
the Beaver Valley Nuclear Power Plant in Penn. during their
scheduled maintenance of the nuclear reactor in 2003.
Schneller Inc.
04-80 - 08/00
Kent, Ohio
Film Coating Machine Operator / Production Supervisor
> Responsible for manufacturing of custom interiors for
commercial aircraft; customers include Boeing, McDonald
Douglas, Northwest,Southwest,Airbus and many others.
> Duties include solvent testing, visual inspections, weight
testing and verification of results as required by each
individual customer.
> Responsible for significant cost savings on raw material reuse
to increase profitability in manufacturing of material for the
automotive industry.
> Involved in refining process of laminating and coating material
in one step to increase profitability in manufacturing our
aerglass products.
> 1987 - 1989 Supervised union employees at a rented facility in
Port Clinton, Ohio to manufacture our products while rebuilding
the Kent facility after a fire destroyed our manufacturing
equipment and 75% of our buildings.
> Experience with laminating, embossing, roll printing,
horizontal reverse roll coating and blade coating processes.
> Experience coating with adhesives, plastisols, and patented
formulas.
References
Excellent references are available upon request.
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