Logistic and Operations Manager

John Ciccone

http://www.linkedin.com/in/johnciccone1

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Logistics & Operations Manager

Delivering extraordinary performance improvements in dynamically changing

environments

Proactive, strategic manager with 10+ years experience flawlessly managing

major operational projects throughout facility consolidations and SKU

expansions. Currently direct manufacturing operations for a National

Distribution Center with high levels of operational efficiency, product

consistency, and waste reduction. Innovative problem solver and change

agent who increases revenue through ability to see the big picture and

overcome performance challenges.

Lean Manufacturing Distribution Management Budgeting & Forecasting

Warehouse Management System

Strategic Planning Process Re-engineering Freight & Transportation

Quality Audits HSE Inspections Safety

OSHA Cost Control Local, State &Federal Regulations Employee

Relations Union Issues Performance Metrics

Professional Experience

Thermo Fisher Scientific . Bridgewater, NJ . 1/2013-3/2015

$13B+ industry leading manufacturer of laboratory products and services for

over 350,000 customers 39,000 employees

Value Stream Manager (for ACROS ORGANICS and Bridgewater Packaging

Facility) . (9/2013-3/2015)

Operations Manager . (1/ 2013-9/2013)

2-shift operation Biosciences Division, Somerville (SMV): 35-40

unionized staff; as of 9/2013, added Bridgewater Packaging Facility (BPF),

a National Distribution Center: 60 staff and 4 Supervisors 225.000 SF

facility 30,000+ SKUs $11M budget

Promoted to Value Stream Manager after only 9 months. Directed the

manufacturing operations and job sequencing of chemicals and continued to

manage daily warehouse operations. Ensured consistency in products as well

as in all aspects of production. Initiated efforts to gain the most

efficiency and least amount of waste.

Brought in initially as Operations Manager. Oversaw union and salaried

employees. Primary interface for customer and quality audits, capital

projects, commercial and customer service inquiries, HSE inspections, and

new product introductions. Served as management representative for all 2nd

and 3rd step Union grievances.

. Ensured efficient job sequencing and packaging of chemicals across 4

automated lines and 16 semi-automatic lines.

. Reduced back order dollars in BPF from $900k to $305k in first 3 months

by increasing the optimal operating efficiencies: created a 3rd shift by

having that enabled operations to meet critical deadlines and increase

revenue.

. Turned around operational losses and reduced staff that resulted in a

profit-earning division in only 6 months.

. Improved safety, health, and efficiency with Lean Manufacturing and

GEMBA initiatives in the XBOX area. Partnered with employees on changes

that increased space 35% and ensured a safer environment.

. Initiated change to work cell (in progress) that streamlines operations

eliminating double handling of freight.

Benjamin Moore . Clifton, NJ 2000-2012

$1B+ manufacturer/retailer of innovator quality coatings providing related

goods and services

Logistics & Operations Manager . (2000-2012)

24-hour operation 68 FT & 50 temporary staff 335,000 SF facility

7000+ SKUs $18M budget (fleet of 90+ tractors & trailers

Promoted to solely direct distribution center operations from original

position as 2nd Logistics Manager. Oversaw quality, customer service, cost

efficiency, and safety. Managed financial goals, capital investments, and

operating plans.

. Absorbed roles of 2 managers, managing 87% larger facility and 100% SKU

increase with 10% less staff.

. Drove culture change with Lean Manufacturing implementation. Led

continuous improvement projects that reduced errors, boosted profits,

leveled material flow, and improved through-put and productivity.

. Saved $137K+ annually by changing pallet source; saved $11K annually by

standardizing all e-commerce packaging.

. Integrated 2700+ SKUs from 3 facility consolidations over 5-year period

with no customer downtime.

Earlier Experience: WAREHOUSE MANAGER Ford Motor Company

Education

Bachelors of Arts Management, Marketing UPSALA COLLEGE, NJ[pic]

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