QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE
High-powered, results-driven and versatile professional powered with broad-
based experience and comprehensive achievements within manufacturing, plant
management, operations and sales management. Earned excellent reputation
for developing performance-based, cost-effective solutions through
comprehensive skills in incorporating innovative management techniques that
result in enhanced business practices. Excel at leading and establishing
positive working relationships with cross-functional teams to increase
sales, maximize growth opportunities and maintain productive operations.
Proven effectiveness in multitasking and working effectively in a globally
competitive, challenging and stressful situation with dedication to
superior service and operational excellence.
CORE STRENGTHS
Quality Assurance and Industry Best Continuous Process and Performance
Practices Improvement
Leadership, Training and Team Building Outstanding Customer Service and
Relations
Time Management and Prioritization Technical Support and Troubleshooting
Problem Resolution and Decision-Making Articulate Oral and Written
Communication
RELATED EXPERIENCE
consultant 2014-Present
( Asphalt Zipper Inc., Ontario Canada, USA
Plant Manager/R&D Manager/Manager of Canadian Distribution/Inside 1997-2014
Sales Manager
( Asphalt Zipper Inc., USA & Canada
Directed and coordinated day-to-day operational aspects of the business
toward fulfillment of corporate goals. Set strategic direction over the
customer feedback forum to provide ongoing product improvements. Created
favorable public image for the company in Eastern Canada through municipal
associations, trade shows and direct contact. Built and cultivated long-
term quality relationships with clients to provide total satisfaction as
well as to generate sales and new business opportunities. Regularly
interacted with clients to provide prompt responses to inquiries concerning
products and services as well as to resolve concerns under time
constraints.
Notable Achievements:
. Played a vital role in designing and developing new product lines
. Conceptualized and implemented the company's Quality Assurance (now a Six
Sigma Company) and Safety program
. Increased call volume by 15% through effective management of sales team
for the US and Canadian market
. Ushered the successful operation of a privately held sales/marketing
company representing Asphalt Zipper Inc.
. Grew Canadian sales by more than 200% by instituting a dealership
structure and directing the manufacturing representative matrix
Plant Manager 1996-1997
( Continental Pipe Inc., UT, USA
Determined staffing requirements of all departments in this start-up
company, including Production, Engineering, Quality Assurance, Sales and
Administration. Displayed unsurpassed management expertise in handling day-
to-day business operations.
Notable Achievements:
. Initiated the development of new product lines, including the expansion
of existing product line capabilities
. Obtained SPFA (now STI/SPFA - Steel Tank Institute / Steel Plate
Fabricators Association) certification
. Exhibited superior talents in creating company SOPs with an emphasis on
safety and quality assurance
Operations Manager 1991-1996
( California Steel Pressure Pipe, CA, USA
Applied dynamic leadership talents in performing human resources activities
within the start-up company, encompassing Production, Engineering, Quality
Assurance and Administration teams.
Notable Achievements:
. Simultaneously managed two manufacturing facilities along with bottom-
line responsibility
. Demonstrated strong negotiation skills for union contracts with five
labor forces in a Utah facility, including labor force and maintenance of
non-union status in the California facility
Plant Manager/Project Manager/Manager of Engineering/ Manager of 1978-1991
Administration
( United Concrete Pipe Company, CA, USA
Presided over the day-to-day facets of operations for the facilities.
Fostered a positive working environment and encouraged team unity among
staff to improve their profitability and gain ratios.
Notable Achievements:
. Cut-down production cost phase by 25%, thus representing approximately
$45K annually with a $2,500 in expense
. Expedited the completion of project to more than 30 days ahead of
schedule, with 90% of estimated cost; thus successfully merging multiple
facilities while maintaining product integrity and assuring low cost
producer status
. Streamlined the company processes by sourcing and implementing an ERP
system in four facilities
. Reduced overall material costs by 10% by developing competitive supply
chain negotiating prices
. Slashed lost time experience from 19 to 0 and achieved $300K savings for
a period of three years through the development and implementation of the
Safety Program
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Management and Organizational Behavior
( University of LaVerne, LaVerne, CA
Graduated magna cum laude
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
ERP - Intuit
MRP - Jobscope
Karrass Negotiation Seminar
The Griffin Hill Integrity Sales System
WHMIS Certified June 6, 2014
TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY
Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint ERP/MPR
SalesLogix ACT