ANTHONY J. BYRNE

**** ********** ****, ***** *****, TN 37379

423-***-****

accyar@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY

Directed and coordinated production operations to ensure that all aspects of the production

process run efficiently and in a timely manner in order to maximize the fullest potential of all

plant, equipment, and staff which will yield the highest rate of return on assets and services.

Progressive experience in all phases of operations and project management. Directed Safety,

Health, and Environmental program, Information Technology, to ensure effective and streamline

operations. Over 20 years of management experience, extensive background in mechanical, civil,

and environmental engineering. Provided effective team leadership and staff motivation.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Certified forklift operator

• Business development experience

• Quality assurance authority

• Initiative to work independently

• Experience in project finance

• Production scheduling familiarity

• Strategic thinker

• Mathematical reasoning aptitude

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Proven Success in Managing Healthcare Laundry Facilities Proven success with four years experience

in the Healthcare Industry. Moved into a facility in Winchester TN that had less than desirable customer

service, poor management, and a very negative P&L. I was able to gain customer respect, trust, and

appreciation, turn management around to be a very fine tuned team, and bring the P&L from negative

back in the black again. Within Winchester, I was able to double the EBITA% goals in just a few short

months. Overtime was at a all time high at 26% and stain levels were at 9%. I was able to bring the

overtime down to a respectable 2% and manage a program that plummeted the stain level to 2.5%

Spearheaded Pathway’s quality initiative that improved efficiency and saved money . Current system

of sharing information encompassed continuous photocopying and distribution of updated documents to

all levels of the organization. Designed an HTML based document filing system for ISO documents. New

system updated documents to ensure inclusion of proper revisions and controlled access rights on Local

Area Network. Reduced time to access documents and eliminated need for 7,000 copies, annually .

Coordinated and implemented ERP system . Took the role as ‘beta tester’, managed resources within

operations to ensure a smooth transition from an archaic ERP system to a new TROPOS system. Ensured

that Operations received the appropriate training in this ERP and helped resolve problem areas

expeditiously.

Improved departmental efficiencies and saved Pathway $114K . Company lacked a system to

effectively categorize and distribute work orders to staff, causing delays in repairs and leaving little time

for preventive maintenance work. Developed a relational database to house all work orders, account for

maintenance personnel hours, and allocate time and supplies to appropriate departments. Designed asset

life cycle program that improved preventive maintenance, saving $114K in budgeted repairs.

Safety, Health, and Environmental Improvements. Introduced and implemented the MOC process,

organized and ran monthly safety training for all staff, began the Consolidated Spill Prevention And

Emergency Response Plan (CSPER) for entire facility. Implemented Process Hazard Analysis (PHA)

process, moved to gain compliance with new corporate minimum standards.

EXPERIENCE

GREEN MOUNTAIN COFFEE ROASTERS

Chattanooga, TN

Associate 01/2014 to Present

Assisted in the day to day process of inspecting and matching labels to product and spreadsheets,

performing inventory control and inspection of shipments prior to leaving the warehouse ensuring 100%

shipping accuracy. Performed data entry of product and SKU using an RF scanner. Picked orders

accurately and timely to ensure packaged products were ready for safe shipment.

ALLIANCE LAUNDRY AND TEXTILES SERVICES

Winchester, TN

Operations Manager 03/2012 to 11/2013

Managed an operation that reflects the highest standards of Lean Manufacturing. Develop and

implemented recommendations for Continuous Improvement and Cost Reductions. Ensured that all

purchased materials and services were obtained at the most advantageous price levels, while still meeting

the highest level of quality.

ANGELICA CORPORATION

Columbia, SC

Production Operations Director 05/2010 to 02/2012

Developed and reviewed production and operating reports and resolves constraints to ensure minimum

costs and prevent operational delays and achieve daily/weekly/monthly goals. Submit and manage to an

annual budget, and ensure all departments are held accountable for their results. Developed and

maintained a quality plant which produces quality product and guarantees reliable deliveries.

RABOM! Inc

Hixson, TN

Plant Manager 08/2008 to 01/2010

(Contract Position). Responsible for obtaining data and filling out monthly Sales Tax forms and

submitting them to the state. Developed budgets and business plans. Managed all employees.

Responsible for hiring/terminating employees. Recommend and or reviewed all marketing plans.

Establish and maintain community relations. Areas of direct responsibility include operations planning

and scheduling, materials management; packaging; warehousing and distribution. Oversaw master

production planning and daily production scheduling to optimize service and efficiency performance.

Supervised the development and execution of synchronized and detailed crewing, equipment set-up, and

materials preparation plans that resulted in excellent schedule attainment performance. Oversaw, directed

and managed all manufacturing activity to ensure highly disciplined compliance with all product and

process quality parameters and standards including formulations, specifications, approved methods,

procedures, practices and systems. Worked with staff to ensure effective preventive and emergency

maintenance effort through disciplined execution of detailed spare parts, work order, and machine history

system. Managed work-in-process inventories of intermediate materials to meet production schedules

and minimize waste. Oversaw materials management, worked with the purchasing department to ensure

proper rotation of optimum inventory levels for all materials and supplies. Ensured all operational activity

was conducted with disciplined adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices.

PATHWAY POLYMERS, INC.

Chattanooga, TN

Director of Manufacturing 01/2004 to 12/2007

Created and maintained a safe environment for all employees, ensure all state and federal regulations and

plant safety policies are enforced, lead and develop support staff so plant can meet its financial and

operational objectives. Developed and administered performance metrics necessary to achieve financial

and operational objectives. Identify capital projects relative to expansion and improvements and prepare

capital justification requests. Develop working relationships with managers and employees to enhance the

communication within the organization. Developed and conducted training for employees for operation

requirements and Safety Health, and Environmental needs and requirements.

CYTEC INDUSTRIES, INC.

Olean, NY

Plant Engineer 11/1998 to 12/2003

Installed major environmental and safety systems within plant. Developed and tracked project budgets.

Maintained up-to-date knowledge of all local, state, and federal regulations governing good engineering

practices. Key member of ISO 9001 quality team. Lead Auditor and Management Representative for

ISO9001 from 1995 to 2003. Developed process hazard analysis. Controlled $3M capital and $1M

maintenance budgets. Purchased food grade equipment that was used in the manufacture of a variety of

blends within the company. Managed 21 staff.

Maintenance Supervisor 06/1995 to 06/1998

Developed maintenance order database to better utilize team resources. Designed preventive maintenance

program that saved repair dollars. Controlled $250K budget. Supervised 6 staff.

Project Manager 08/1992 to 11/1998

Used AutoCAD to scope, bid, construct and verify a wide variety of engineering projects, including new

construction, renovations, and upgrades.

Trident Missile Pressure Pad Fabricator 06/1990 to 08/1992

Manufactured Urethane missile pressure pads for the Cruise/Trident/Patriot guided missile - MIL Spec.

operation.

Specialty Chemicals Compounder 10/1987 to 06/1990

Obtained batch sheets, and manufactured specialty chemicals per batch sheets and quality assurance

specifications. Worked with Mixing vessels, Reactors, vacuum pumps, centrifuge, chillers, Tow Motors,

and numerous manufacturing equipment. Worked closely with the QA department to ensure that the

product met customer specifications.

EDUCATION

MBA: Technology Management 2003

University of Phoenix, Olean NY USA

Coursework in Manufacturing Technology Management

CERTIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

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• ISO9001

• TS16949

• ISO14000

• Team leadership

• Lean Manufacturing

• HLAC Certification

• FDA

• Mil Specs

• 5-S

• Value stream mapping

• Cost Control

• OTI 511 Occupational Safety and Health

Standards for General Industry

AFFILIATIONS

Catholic Charities of Eastern Tennessee (CCETN), The Home Place (THP), Boy Scouts

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