Manager

Todd R. Reynolds

*** ********* **., ******, ****, 44035 440-***-**** **************@*****.*** www.linkedin.com/in/toddreynolds1

November 3, 2015

Dear Sir / Madame:

I am writing to you with interest in your job posting for Safety Coordinator / Safety Engineer in Cleveland, Ohio.

I have been in the manufacturing arena for the past twenty-five years where I worked closely with the HR Manager to continuously develop employee programs and job skills. I have led as many as 100 employees in production and served on the Executive Staff of the organization I most recently worked with. A key part of my position was developing Continuous Improvement Teams and coordinating their activities to meet the goals of the corporation. This included job development and descriptions, certifications, and evaluation program development. Specifically, l led the Employee Safety Team and the Executive Leadership Safety Team. We accomplished maintaining and developing safety plans and implementing where identified in the operation. Other responsibilities included inspection and update of OSHA regulations and maintaining such. Documenting, investigating, and training were a part of my responsibilities. I am also knowledgeable in job development as well as 5S, BWC, ADA, FLSA, EEOC, and ISO laws and regulations.

I am interested in learning more about your open position and other expectations or responsibilities that may be a part of this position. I believe with my experience in Safety, Human Resources, Manufacturing, Finance, and Nonprofit management I possess the skills you are looking for in this position. Please contact me by phone or email with any questions you may have.

Sincerely,

Todd R. Reynolds

TODD R. REYNOLDS

273 Hawthorne St., Elyria, OH 44035 ● 440-***-**** ● **************@*****.*** www.linkedin.com/in/toddrreynolds1

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT MANUFACTURING MANAGEMENT

HUMAN RESOURCES

Manager with over 25 years of leadership in both in Commercial and Nonprofit Organizations. A record of successfully building teams, promoting involvement and overcoming obstacles. Known for creating a work environment that is effective and maintains a high standard of excellence and contributes to business goals and objectives. Key competencies include:

Team Building

Coaching /Counseling/Training/Safety

Staff Development / Hiring

FMLA, ADA, OSHA

Conflict Resolution

Excel / PowerPoint / Access / Publisher

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

BECKETT AIR, INC., North Ridgeville, OH 2001 to 2015

Producer of high quality blower wheels for OEM markets. $15M annual in sales and 160 employees headquartered in North Ridgeville, OH.

Continuous Improvement Coordinator - Employee Coach, (2014 to 2015)

Managed 15 Continuous Improvement Teams focusing on planning and improvements. Established goals and worked to identify and resolve problems. Teams included: Community Outreach, Activities, Health Awareness, Downtime Reduction, Tooling Management, Inventory Management, 5S/Visual Order, Performance Improvement, and Safety. Used InteliCad 7.0 to coordinate plant layout changes for product flow and new equipment.

Implemented an ongoing cycle counting process which resulted in turning around monthly inventory losses of $30K per month into positive gains. Annualized Savings $360K.

Led Team to establish safe work practices through 5S, Toolbox Talks, and training. Reduced recordable injuries to below EIC levels earning refunds over $100K from the Bureau of Workers’ Compensation.

Reviewed and provided input on all hourly and support evaluations to maintain consistency and identify opportunities for improvement / recognize good performance.

Coached leadership through difficult conversations, disciplinary actions and terminations.

Created job descriptions, certifications and proficiency evaluations for new “Pay for Performance” compensation system.

Worked closely with HR Manager to develop and enforce handbook policies and ensure legal requirements were met.

Plant Production Manager, (2008 - 2014), Plant Lead Supervisor, (2001 to 2008)

Responsible for daily operations of production and support areas totaling up to 100 direct reports across three shifts. Supported business through input into business plans, organizational needs & SWOT analysis.

Coordinated production demands with Customer Service Team to meet on time delivery goal of 98%.

Led Inventory Management Team. Turned $30K per month losses into annualized gains of $300K.

Worked with Production Control to balance workloads and schedules for level loading of work orders.

Determined manpower requirements based on sales forecasts and past sales histories by product lines.

Developed and implemented a team based cell manufacturing system resulting in successful attainment of production goals for 48 consecutive quarters earning bonuses for all employees.

Member of Leadership Team that developed and implemented “Pay for Performance” compensation system eliminating cost of living raises. Est. saving $50K - $80K per year.

Member of Executive Staff as selected by the President & CEO.

As Plant Lead Supervisor, supervised all departments in facility including technical support (Setup, Material Handling, and Shipping/Receiving.)

PHOENIX PRODUCTS, INC., Avon, OH 1998 to 2001

Phoenix Products produces faucets for Recreational Vehicles, Manufactured Homes and Marine applications. Based in Avon, OH, Phoenix has annual sales of $9M and employs approximately 90 employees.

Plant Manager

Responsible for all production, quality, and on time product delivery. Reported to the Director of Operations.

Supervised up to 90 production employees and performed Human Resource functions including hiring, terminations, and performance reviews. Worked closely with various Temporary Staffing Agencies.

Developed grant proposals submitted to Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation to implement equipment to reduce repetitive soft tissue injuries.

Directed freight and shipping departments.

ADVENT INDUSTRIES / MINISTRIES, INC., Elyria, OH 1989 to 1998

Advent Ministries is a 501(c)3, non-profit religious organization, operating in Lorain County since 1979. Advent is recognized by the State of Ohio as a rehabilitation program enrolling individuals with various needs who are unable/not likely to be employed.

General Manager

Provided oversight of industrial job training work shop for persons in recovery from life threatening addictions and/or incarcerations. Provided structure and guidance for men and woman to successfully complete work training program and be placed in a local business. Performed all Human Resources duties, coordinated ABE programs, ESL classes, and facilitated Bible studies.

Developed and ran training program which taught clients to perform assembly jobs and become responsible for their personal actions. Placed graduates into the workforce and assisted them to become dependable employees for our partner businesses.

Recognized by Lorain County for success in reducing public assistance costs by >$1M.

Worked with all local social agencies such as: Adult Parole and Probation Authority, LACADA, 12 Steps, LOVE INC., DCFS, Vocational Guidance, Murray Ridge, Teen Challenge for Men and Women and the Grafton Correctional Facility.

Early experience: Branch Manager, ITT FINANCIAL SERVICES, N. Palm Beach, FL 1984 to 1988

EDUCATION

Associates Degree, Business Administration, Graduated Summa Cum Laude

Southern California University, Santa Ana, CA, 2007

Southeastern College, Lakeland, FL, 1982 to 1983

BOARD SERVICES / TRAINING / AWARDS

Board of Advisors, Youth Enrichment Services of Lorain County, 1989-1992

Board of Directors, Advent Ministries, 1991-1998

Board of Directors, Love INC (World Vision), 1992-2000

Advisor and ad-hoc committees, Adult Parole and Probation Services

Completed Dale Carnegie’s training on “How to Win Over and Influence People”

Completed Dale Carnegie’s training “The Power of Public Speaking”

Beckett Air’s Presidents Choice Award – Exceeding Company Values, Accomplishments, and Work Efforts.

Scott & Fetzer Presidents Choice Award – Outstanding Personal Effort

Certified in 5S Implementation and Factory Organization

Member Association of Professional Pastors - 2015

Present Administrative and Children’s Pastor for The Cathedral of Life Ministries, North Ridgeville, OH

Licensed by both church and State of Ohio – License #082814

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