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Plant/General Manager Technical Director Manufacturing Operations

Location:
Toronto, ON, Canada
Posted:
May 16, 2015

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John Siebner acppnu@r.postjobfree.com

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To Whom It May Concern,

Please consider my attached resume for a Senior Operations position. I have

been in the manufacturing industry for over 25 years, directly involved

with injection molding, injection mold manufacturing, metal stamping dies,

cnc machining and plant automation. I have international experience dealing

with OEM`s and Tier One suppliers' solving technical/manufacturing issues

and closing sales deals. My management skills are second to none. I am

willing to travel or relocate when or where required. My resume will also

show that I am fluent in German and I have basic knowledge in Spanish.

As you will note on the accompanying resume, the scope of my expertise

covers a wide area of responsibilities. I am an ambitious leader and

motivator. I have been consistently recognized for team-building,

technical problem-solving, and I have a high degree of knowledge in the

manufacturing field.

Listed below are some of the contributions I have delivered in my career

to date:

. Greenfield Startup: Responsible for startup of three manufacturing

companies

. Business Wind Down Experience: Closure and asset extraction/transfer of

several

manufacturing facilities (Plastech facilities for Decoma (division of

Magna International)

. Business Growth: Tapped into the ripe-with-potential Mexican and South

American export markets that now represent 40% of extra business

. Cost Savings: Cut rental and operating costs 50% through a calculated

geographic move that has since benefited from more exposure and higher

traffic

. Continuous Process Improvements: Boosted productivity rates at least 30%

by implementing new machining techniques and technologies in accordance

with Just-In-Time delivery compliance

. P&L Accountability: 16 plus years as a business owner with full P&L

accountability

At your convenience, I would like to meet with you and explore the

possibility of applying my experience and knowledge that may prove me the

successful candidate for the management position at your organization.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Yours very truly,

P R O F I L E

Entrepreneurially-driven operations management specialist - wishing to

qualify for MANAGEMENT opportunities. More than 25 years of top-flight

experience in manufacturing sector with technical/mechanical background;

successful in creating vision, identifying opportunities, create marketing

and sales initiatives to produce & deliver sales, building organizations,

and delivering strong revenues and profits - despite intense market

competition. Highly regarded as a creative and technical problem-solver

who assesses operational needs and innovates strategies that increase

productivity, enhance customer satisfaction, and improves cost-

effectiveness. Expert in state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies and

processes.

Computer knowledge includes MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint),

Unigraphics and Team Center. Fluent in GERMAN and basic knowledge of

SPANISH. A respected team leader who sets clear goals, recruits top

candidates for specific positions, and fosters cohesiveness in attaining

results.

A R E A S O F E X P E R T I S E

Greenfield Startup/Business Wind Down Team-Building & Leadership

P&L Accountability Business Development & Expansion

Manufacturing & Production Planning Strategies

Productivity, Efficiency, & Performance Sales, Marketing &Trade Shows Domestic

Improvements SMED Initiatives & International

Quality Assurance / Control, TQM &TPS Staff Hiring, Scheduling, Training, &

Component/Part/Assembly/Automation Development

Design Product Quotations & Purchasing

Technical Problem-Solving & Critical Approvals

Decision-Making Low Employee Turnover

Lean Manufacturing Green Belt

Certification

R E L E V A N T E X P E R I E

N C E

. MP Tool & Mold Ltd

. PRESIDENT/GENERAL MANAGER

. July 2013-current. Responsible for Tier 1 injection mold manufacturer.

. Markdom Plastic Products

. Director of Tooling/Molding

. July 2011-July 2013 responsible for complete world class TS & ISO

certified Tool Room engineering/manufacturing new tooling and PM of 400

plus injection molds. Process operation of 17 injection machines from 100-

1800 tons.

. Myers Industries Lawn and Garden Division

. Mold Manager

. July 2009-July 2011 responsible for 35 injection machines including

process/set up,10 thermo form machines process/set up and 10k sq/ft tool

room with full mold manufacturing capabilities, repair and preventative

maintenance for 24/7 operation manufacturing horticultural products.

. Magna International Operations/Management

. Operations and Management Specialist April 2008-December 2008

. Recruited by Magna International

. Was part of a three member team which orchestrated OEM Tier 1 Supplier

Plastech takeover of exterior side of business. This consisted of the

closure of four manufacturing facilities, transfer of $300 million in

business to Decoma divisions, transfer and extraction of $25 million in

assets.

. Parachuted into Decoma Injection Molding facility of 300 employees as

operations manager. Facility

required turnaround process which consisted of employee evaluation,

process/automation improvements, lean initiatives, plant floor visual

appearance, revamp the repair/ maintenance and program management

procedures and policies.

MR

R E L E V A N T E X P E R I E N C E ( c o n t ' d )

President/Sales & Engineering Manager

Riebner Tool & Mould Ltd.

1992 - April 1 2008

Founded this organization in an already-established market to focus on high

levels of quality and service in the Injection Mold Tool-Building Industry.

Lead, motivate, and energize 30 plus direct reports consisting of

designers, programmers, tool-makers, and CNC programmers.

Significant Contributions

. Riebner Tool & Mould Ltd. -

Catapulted account base from 0 to 20, 10 of which are key accounts

representing 80% of business

. Regularly delivered annual sales increases of up to 50% - even in the

face of intense competition

. Tapped into the ripe-with-potential Mexican and South American export

markets that now represent 40% of extra business

. Cut rental and operating costs 50% through a calculated geographic move

that has since benefited

from more exposure and higher traffic

. Boosted productivity rates at least 30% by implementing new machining

techniques and technologies in accordance with Just-In-Time delivery

compliance

. Part of a cross-functional team that launched quality policies to ensure

that finished products meet rigid standards

. In response to elevated business activity, proposed and oversaw Company

expansion that grew facilities from 2,000 sq.ft. to 10,000 sq.ft. Met

this ambitious project within prescribed deadlines

. Chosen by Durham College Tool and Die / Mould-Making professor to

facilitate a talk to their students on the merits of considering tool and

die / mould-making as a viable career option

. Won a Global Trader's Award in 2005 for demonstrated initiative in

penetrating the Mexican tool and die / mould-making market

. Other Executive Experience- Joel Mould Ltd.1987-1992 Toronto as a Partner

(50% basis) for a local plastic injection mould-maker; emphasizing the

importance of the sales and engineering functions in order to steadily

grow business. Adept at building positive relationships and

communicating effectively with both clients and colleagues; easily

translate across technical and non-technical arenas to ensure client

understanding and satisfaction.

E D U C A T I O N

Apprenticeship - Technical Tool & Die Maker . Technical School of Goppingen

(Germany)

Manufacturing Engineering Technician . Technical School of Goppingen

(Germany)

Certified Plastic Injection Mold Maker . Durham College, Ontario Canada

Diploma in Mechanical Tool & Design . Ryerson University, Toronto

Certified Engineering Technologist. Ryerson University, Toronto

Lean Manufacturing Green Belt. Definity University,Ohio

P R O F E S S I O N A L M E M B E R S H I P S

Canadian Association of Mould Makers, Windsor 1999 - April 1 2014

Canadian Plastics Institute Association, Toronto 1998 - April 1 2008



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