RICHARD E. ELLISON

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Roscoe, IL 61073

989-***-****

SUMMARY

Thirty-two years’ experience with hands on exposure to manufacturing processes, extensively in custom

machining. Over twenty one years of management experience coupled with a continuing education in

systems and management. Specific strengths include being a hands-on, self- motivated professional.

Recognized for an exceptional organizational building skill as well as the ability to motivate and train

others on all levels in the achievement of individual and organizational goals. Utilize my skills

to multi task in all functions of the company to listen to the voice of the customer. I am accustomed to

P&L responsibility including corporate asset management and development.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

2013- 2014, R&M Manufacturing, Inc. Milton, WI

Vice President, Machining Division -

• Responsibilities include all aspects of the Sales operations of this Production Machining/Assembly company.

Coordinate all Sales activities with Sales team, including plant visits, sales calls, and contract negotiations.

2009- 2013, INGERSOLL PRODUCTION SYSTEMS Rockford, IL

President -

• Responsibilities include all aspects of the daily operations of this OEM Machine Manufacturer

of high production metal removing machines and custom assembly/automation equipment to

General Motors, John Deere, Ford, Chrysler, Caterpillar, and others. Coordinate all Sales

activities with Sales team, including plant visits, sales calls, and contract negotiations.

• Two months after transferring to IPS, also took on the responsibilities of DMTG NA, the wholly

owned subsidiary of IPS for the distribution of DMTG equipment in North America, including all

sales activities with distributors, customer visits, and coordinating marketing activities.

2008- 2009, INGERSOLL CM SYSTEMS Midland, MI

Quality Manager -

• Responsibilities include all aspects of the Quality Management System, as well as product

including, but not limited to Customer Runoffs and Machine qualification testing.

2002- 2008, B&P PROCESS EQUIPMENT & SYSTEMS Saginaw, MI

Vice President of Operations – 2007-2008

• Responsibilities include Technology Center, Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, and

After Market Services.

Business Unit Director – Continuous Mixing 2006-2007

Promoted to position after reorganization of the company into two business groups.

• Responsible for all aspects of the Continuous mixing division, from Sales through to After

Market Services. Also including Lab, Engineering, Purchasing, and Manufacturing.

• Worked closely with Sales Engineers to increase sales, including Customer calls and other

sales activities. Outside Sales activities included International travel.

• Utilize Visual ERP system to document and monitor process control.

• Initiated Lean projects to improve efficiencies and reduce costs.

Director of Manufacturing 2005-2006

Promoted to newly created position to initiate reduction in costs, improve quality, and deliveries of

all manufactured components.

• Responsible for operations and assembly through the direct report of the Operations Manager.

• Management Representative for ISO-9000: 2000 Quality System.

• Responsible for all Shipping/Receiving and Inspection departments.

After Market Services Manager 2002-2005

Department Manager directing and coordinating the Field Service and Customer Service activities,

including sales of Spare Parts for a $30 Million/yr. OEM Machine Manufacturer of Continuous &

Batch Mixers for the Bulk Chemicals, Specialty Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals, Waste and Water

Treatment, Flue Gas Desulfurization, Thermoplastics Compounding, Powder Coatings, Toners, and

Hot-Melt Adhesives Industries.

• Responsible for the growth and development of the customer services department. Increased

Annual Sales of After Market Services to approximately $8 million dollars from $2 million when I

took the position. Spent 45% of my time on the road to increase Sales.

• Responsibility for the development and compliance of standards and documentation to ensure

ISO certification for the After Market Services department.

• Analyze and forecast annual departmental profit & loss statements.

• Vendor development for continuous product to facilitate cost reductions and quality improvements.

• Inventory management to improve product availability and cost reductions.

• Co-Management Representative for ISO-9000: 2000 Quality System.

1999- 2002, INGERSOLL CM SYSTEMS Midland, MI

Manager of Projects, Planning, Information and Quality Systems 2000-2002

Directs and coordinates activities of Project Managers, Process Planners, and Quality Systems

personnel, including the function of the Management Representative of Quality Systems. Working

with a direct report supervisor having responsibility over Information Systems department.

Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the department. Carries out

supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.

Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; addressing complaints and

resolving problems. Work directly with customers for Sales issues on projects.

Project Manager/Sales Engineer 1999-2000

Coordinate project activities. Track progress; communicate with customers on project status and

outstanding issues. Customer Relations for a $ 40 million/yr. Automotive Tier I supplier of custom

crankshaft manufacturing equipment.

• Develop and maintain schedules to ensure timely delivery of equipment to the customer.

• Utilize all Microsoft modules, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access for presentations,

correspondence, and progress reporting.

• Visit customer facilities to generate new orders, develop customer relationships, and contract

negotiations.

• Utilize AS-400 software programs for MRP tracking and material acquisitions.

• Make presentations to upper management and customers.

• Create Marketing Information including sales brochures and videos

• Write-up proposals and quotations for presentation to customers and negotiate contracts for

purchase orders.

Management Representative

Manage and implement company Quality system. I was assigned the position in conjunction with

my Project Manager duties as a result of near revocation of our ISO Certification during a

surveillance audit. Following a flawless completion of the next 6 month surveillance audit,

implemented and gained certification to QS-9000/TE Supplement automotive quality standard.

Developed and implemented APQP process and procedures. Establish, coordinate and chair the

multi-disciplinary teams for FEMA’s, APQP, and problem solving.

1982-1999, CAMBRON ENGINEERING Bay City, MI

Plant Manager 1996-1999

Managed all activities concerning plant management and company production, having been

mentored by the principal, in the successful operation of a privately held corporation. Tool and Die

Job shop environment with full CNC machining services and design and build equipment

capabilities. Oversee the day-to-day operations of the plant including Sales, Engineering,

Estimating, Management, Finance and Production.

• Directly involved with Sales activities, including contract negotiations, sales calls, and quoting.

• In just one year increased labor productivity by 25% through the development and

implementation of cross-training programs and machine optimization.

• Spearheaded the implementation of strategic partnerships and commodity management for

increased sales and improved customer service.

• In the seven years working in plant management, increased Sales from $4.5 million to $ 8

million, increased work force from 42 associates to 69, and expanded plant size from 19,000-

sq. ft. to 31,000 sq. ft.

• Improved Associate relations through team involvement, increased benefit packages, ESOP

implementation, and better communications.

• Coordinated marketing activities, including advertising, trade shows, and sales for patented

consumer product, manufactured and marketed by the company.

• Worked closely with Michigan Jobs Commission to establish training programs and state

grants for workforce development.

Assistant Plant Manager 1993-1996

Oversee the day-to-day operations of the plant excluding Sales, Engineering, and Finance.

Established a company policy manual, job descriptions, and work instructions.

• Spent 30% of my time on Sales activities, including cold calls, developing customer

relationships, and increasing sales revenue.

• Developed a Rework and Scrap reduction program that reduced rework costs by 15% annually

while creating an Employee recognition program for “Quality”.

• Coordinate a MRP tracking system with software developer to improve on customer “on-time”

deliveries to 98% overall efficiency.

Quality Assurance Coordinator 1989-1993

Developed and implemented company quality programs and maintained Customer quality

certifications.

• Researched and requisitioned the purchase of a Coordinate Measuring Machine, as well as

establishing an entire inspection department and developed procedures.

• Instrumental in the only complete 5 point General Motors’ “Targets for Excellence", approval of

a Tooling Source in the State of Michigan at the time.

CNC Department Supervisor 1986-1989

Responsible for programming fifteen CNC machines, and the support and supervision of 15-20

CNC machinists, as well as scheduling production. Coordinated the service, repair, and

maintenance of equipment and procurement of all perishable tooling to budget.

Journeyman Tool and Die Maker 1982-1986

Manufactured tool and dies, gages, fixtures, and molds to close tolerance blueprints using mills,

OD/ID Grinders, Surface Grinders, and Lathes. Programmed and operated CNC Wire EDM’s.

Produced electrodes and operated conventional EDM’s. CAM programming using Mastercam

software for CNC Machining Centers, Turning Centers, and Boring Mills. Setup and maintained a

Greco DNC system for program communications.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Business Administration Degree, Management, ongoing - Northwood University

Associates in Applied Science - Delta College University Center

Course’s Include: Principles of Business Management, Quality Management, Industrial

Supervision, Supervisor/Employee Relations, and Six Tools of SPC [GPA: 3.70]

Tool and Die Journeyman’s Card – United States Department of Labor

CONTINUING EDUCATION/SEMINARS

2003 ISO Auditors Training – Center for Manufacturing Technology, SVSU

2003 Customer Service: Beyond Excellence – American Society of Employers, SVSU

2001 Advanced Statistical Process Control Concepts – Delta Corporate Services

2000 Microsoft Projects 98 Training Certificate – Delta Corporate Services

2000 Dale Carnegie Leadership Course (4.2 CEU) – Saginaw Valley State University

1999 Plexus – Reliability and Maintainability (R&M) Guideline for TE Suppliers (1.5 CEU)

1999 Implementing ISO Requirements - DaimlerChrysler Tech Center Auburn Hills, MI

1996 Quality System Requirements (QS-9000) – AIAG, Southfield, MI (1.5 CEU)

1991 SPC for Short Production Runs – International Quality Institute Northville, MI

1989 The GM SPC Manual Course – GM Powertrain Central Foundry Saginaw, MI

* Additional Specialized Training Courses – CAM Programming, CMM Operation, Wire EDM

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS/SPECIAL SKILLS

Michigan DEQ Certified Industrial Storm Water Operator.

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

Society of Manufacturing Engineers, since 1989

American Society for Quality, since 1989

REFERENCES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST

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