Project Manager Quality Assurance
Resume:
ANTHONY J. BYRNE
**** ********** ****, ***** *****, TN 37379
******@*****.***
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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