Manufacturing and Distribution Manager

Matthew W. Ray

**** ********* *****, *******, ** 95355

E-MAIL: ***************@*****.***

CELL: 209-***-****

MANUFACTURING & DISTRIBUTION MANAGER

Experienced manager with demonstrated leadership and success in diverse

areas of the Supply Chain including Manufacturing, Fleet, and Warehouse

Operations. Deep understanding of business processes and effective in

managing diverse workforces in a constantly changing work environment.

Successful change management leadership, capital budgeting, and process

improvements.

Skill Highlights

( Financial Responsibility ( Strategic

Planning ( Staff Management

( Training and Development ( Change Management

( Personnel Development

( Sarbanes Oxley Compliance ( Regulatory Excellence

( Inventory Management

( Project Management ( Process Improvement

( Lean Manufacturing

Professional Experience

Frito-Lay, Inc.

2001 to Present

A leader in the global food industry. Hired as an Operations Manager and

through promotions have obtained the current position of Modesto

Warehouse Site Business Unit Leader.

Modesto Warehouse Site Business Unit Leader

April 2011 to Present

Direct 4 operations resources, 160 operations associates, and drive

operations performance in safety, service, and productivity. The

operation includes managing a variety of personnel including maintenance

technicians, sanitation personnel, administrators, and team members

between both the Modesto Main Warehouse and the Modesto Exchange

Warehouse. The sites are 24 hour, 7 days a week operations that

collectively ship over 43 million cases annually with an annual operating

budget of over $14 million to service California, Nevada, Hawaii, and

numerous locations throughout the world. It is the 3rd largest warehouse

operation in Frito-Lay North America and supports the largest region with

annual sales exceeding $1 billion.

. Driven material handler employee performance to best in the west

division (16 sites) through creative Rewards and Recognition, effective

coaching, and consistent accountability.

. Increased material handler utilization by 3% through the implementation

of innovation and process analysis.

. Successfully completed numerous lean six sigma projects that have

resulted in savings in excess of $125,000.

. Implemented a staffing strategy that has reduced OT by 18% resulting in

$120,000 in labor savings.

. Directed 20+ projects worth $2.3 million to support equipment and

infrastructure improvements.

Northern California Region Fleet Manager

April 2006 to April 2011

Led a team of 12 mechanics and 4 administrators to ensure a safe,

reliable, cost-effective fleet for the region. The fleet consisted of

over 850 company vehicles of various types located throughout California,

Nevada, and Hawaii. Directed the team autonomously and exceeded the needs

of our sales partners through customer-focused service while managing a

10 million dollar annual operating budget.

. Met operating cost goals 5 years in a row through an aggressive

staffing strategy, detailed training program, and strong behavior

change with our sales partners.

. Performed 5 years injury free through strategic garage and mobile

upgrades and task-focused safety training.

. Wrote and executed 15 projects worth over $350M to support tool and

infrastructure upgrades which enabled our teams success in cost

reduction, safety, reliability improvement, as well as environmental

and DOT compliance.

. Implemented region wide systems and technology changes including GPS

installation, handhelds for mechanics, enhanced Prevention Maintenance

process, and hybrid / 100% electric vehicle deployment.

. Consistently top 3 in the nation in PM Compliance driven by relentless

analysis, follow-up, and accountability.

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CORN AND EXTRUDED PROCESSING OPERATIONS MANAGER FEBRUARY

2005 TO APRIL 2006

Managed a team of 40 processing technicians and maintenance personnel in

the production of salty snacks on five production lines in a 24 hour, 7

days a week operation. Ensured the flawless execution of producing over

13,000 pounds hourly of gold standard product while reducing downtime,

overtime, and overall costs as well as meeting all food safety

requirements. Led the re-launch of two product brands as well as drove

numerous cost components to national bests.

Production Operations Manager

July 2001 to February 2005

Supervised teams of 30 and 70 frontline associates in the processing and

packaging of multiple production lines. Aligned and motivated associates

to meet department goals in safety, quality, service, and cost as well as

developed individuals in problem-solving and continuous improvement

practices. Developed and managed change plans and facility upgrades that

improved department performance as well as met all regulatory compliance.

Education / Certifications

B.S., Agriculture Business, California Polytechnic State University, San

Luis Obispo (Dec. 2000)

Certified Lean Six Sigma Kaizan Leader / Green Belt, George Group

Consulting (2010 & 2011)

Continuous Improvement Master Trainer, PepsiCo - Frito-Lay

(2003)

Accomplishments

2014 Quarter 2 & Quarter 3 "Best of the West" Warehouse Award - division

performance award

2013 Herman Lay Award - top sales region in FLNA, Modesto Warehouse ran a

107% to PY in volume to support

2012 Warehouse Starfleet Captain - Division expert that supported

locations through visits and audits

2011 National Fleet Award of Excellence Award Recipient - top fleet in

FLNA

2008 Level 4 Fleet Team - 1st fleet team assessed at highest level of CI

team effectiveness, 10th team in Frito-Lay History

2007 Fleet Starfleet Captain - Division expert that supported locations

through visits and audits

2005 Tortilla Chip/Extruded Starfleet Captain - Division expert that

supported locations through visits and audits

2004 Manager Team Choice Award - top resource at the site determined by

peers

2002 & 2004 Site Leadership Award - top resources at site determined by

site leadership team

2002 & 2003 Team of the Quarter Award - top team at the site determined

by site leadership team

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