Manager Injection Molding

Craig Pfeiffer

***** ****** ****

Whittier, CA **603

Mobile: 951-***-**** /**********@*****.***

TECHNICAL SUMMARY

Thorough knowledge of computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Project, Publisher, and various other Windows based programs. Experienced user of mainframe-based systems (Sage/MAS500) forecast planning, production routing & inventory control programs. Have extensive knowledge and understanding of the manufacturing process, production, planning & purchasing in a variety of areas such as OE automotive accessories, die casting/injection molded parts, finishing, packaging, bakery ingredients and fruit processing.

EXPERIENCE

ACSCO Products, Burbank, CA 12/2000 – Present

Product Development & Engineering Manager 06/2011 – present.

Manage and coordinate product development projects for automotive OEM company. Evaluates and resolves technical feasibility, design optimization, and production issues. Work with other departments to establish a design, technology, product development, and vendor strategy. Manages project budgets and prepares financial analysis reports. Maintain departmental compliance to ISO 9001-2008.

Design Engineer 01/2005 - 6/2011

Design/develop products, from concept to production, including formal PPAP submission. Source and approve new vendors and/or processes. Oversee all projects involving electrical circuitry & vehicle lighting. Specialized in new product development using L.E.D. technology

Purchasing Manager - 12/2000 - 01/2005

Manage & maintain long term production projects for automotive OEM Company. Analyze customer forecasts, purchase and schedule production accordingly. Products involving die casting, plastic injection molding, chrome plating, basic electrical circuitry and metal forming.

Ground Zero Coffeehouse, Whittier, CA 10/1997 - 01/2000

Owner

Operate a coffeehouse/restaurant, overseeing and performing all aspects of the business

Kendall Frozen Fruits, Irvine, CA 09/1995 - 09/1997

Account Executive

Brokered and sold industrial and retail packed frozen fruits, dried fruits and juice concentrates to customers located throughout the United States. Direct onsite interaction at packers manufacturing plants or growing sites in and outside of the United States, including plant health inspections, quality control and research and development. Purchase and contract various commodities and fruit items as needed for inventory

WESTCO Products, Pico Rivera, CA 06/1988 - 09/1995

Purchasing - Manufacturing Ingredients 06/1989 - 09/1995

Purchase and inventory control of all raw materials, ingredients and packaging for wet filling plant and dry mix plant, including negotiation of long and short-term contracts for commodity items. Forecast and schedule the manufacture of items for both wet filling and dry mix plants, coordinating between the sales department and production managers. Initiated and advised on the installation of mainframe computer program for forecasting manufacturing needs.

Contact this candidate