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Champlin, Minnesota 55316

763-***-****

Email: acx0cz@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY:

A diverse and multi-talented business executive blending solid general management skills with substantial expertise in operations and administration, manufacturing/engineering management, and leading organizations to growth and profitability. Have acquired broad based talent in the development and execution of operational business plans; the implementation of sound technical management practices; building strong, cohesive, motivated project teams; and managing projects that cost-effectively generate profitable results without compromising quality. Have successfully guided the start-up and growth of a small residential construction firm, served as both sales and production manager for an $8 million restoration construction company, and been an engineer for large fortune 500 OEM manufacturing companies.

Others have described me as intelligent and self-driven, a strategic thinking and talented leader; possessing keen analytical and business acumen; having strong communication, negotiation, and process management skills; having a thorough understanding of business complexities, and as possessing strong ethical principals in the conduct of business. Have implemented or possess working knowledge of Best Practices, Continuous Process Improvement, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, ISO 9001, JIT, TQM, and Supply Chain Management processes.

SIGNIFICANT CAREER RESPONSIBILITIES:

Have been responsible for profit/loss and all general management functions including operations and administration; manufacturing and engineering management; facilities management; strategic planning; financial forecasting, budget administration, and all human resource functions; development and implementation of profit improvement and cost containment programs; development of business, operational, and marketing plans; new product development and introduction; purchasing, materials management, and capital equipment acquisition; project feasibility assessments; management of new construction projects and renovation plans; development of bid proposals, bid negotiation, and bid administration; negotiation of vendor and subcontractor agreements; vendor and subcontractor performance audits; management of engineering, quality assurance, and safety; implementation of training programs; and the implementation of loss prevention and risk management programs. Have managed staffs up to 85, as many as 30 subcontractor groups, and budgets up to $4 million.

Additionally, have been responsible for collective bargaining contract negotiation; product demand forecasting and master scheduling; RFPs and RFQs; new product research, development, and introduction; prototype design, construction, and checkout; reliability and qualification testing; performing technology assessments and upgrades; and data acquisition and competitive analysis.

CAREER HISTORY AND NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS:

2015- Present Manager/Supervisor

FABCON PRECAST, Savage, Minnesota

Direct Supervision of employees and office staff. Coordinate/facilitate manufacturing schedules, budgeting, forecasting, and staffing models to optimize productivity and financials. Lead and support Kaizen/5S projects, SQDC (Safety,Quality,Deliverable,Cost) daily leader. Certified company ISO auditor. Provide yearly developmental performance goals and established a culture of continuous improvement.

2002 – Present President

ALL ASPECTS ENTERPRSISES, LLC, Minneapolis, Minnesota

Founded and guide a small construction and project management firm focusing on residential remodeling, operational improvements, and profit enhancement for small to medium size companies. Consulting engagements have included Cedar Valley Exteriors, Salons by JC, and Above and Beyond Construction Company.

Initiated all administrative and operational procedures, developed and implemented a detailed marketing and business plan, designed all financial, project management, and human resource functions, purchased and installed the computer and ERP system, and initiated an aggressive new business development program. Result was to take a start-up enterprise from $0 revenue to over $2,000,000 in annual revenues within 2 years concurrently maintaining profitability in a recessionary economy.

For Cedar Valley Exteriors, functioned as Project, Office, and Production Manager; managed multiple operations, implemented a quality assurance program, and developed a customer service support program. Result was to drop customer issues from 45% of sales to less than 3% saving the company hundreds of thousands of dollars annually.

2000 – 2002 District Sales Manager

CEDAR VALLEY EXTERIORS, INC., Minneapolis, Minnesota

An $8 million national storm restoration company doing business in 28 states.

Developed the sales and marketing training program and conducted staff training. Instrumental in increasing sales from $2,000,000 to $5,000,000 in revenues within 2 years.

1997 – 2000 Senior Manufacturing Engineer Manager

PHYSICAL ELECTRONICS, INC., Eden Prairie, Minnesota

A $16 million subsidiary of ULVAC-PHI, a $60 million Japanese corporation and the world’s leading supplier of UHV surface analysis instrumentation and solutions.

Standardized procedures, purchasing, and inventory control processes. Implemented a JIT materials management process, and eliminated duplicate inventory. Result was to save over $400,000 annually in operational and human resource expenses.

1995 – 1997 Manufacturing Engineer

CATERPILLAR PAVING, INC., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota

A $65 million division of Caterpillar, Inc. providing world-class equipment and training for the paving industry.

Instrumental in two new product introductions, streamlined production, brought the products into OSHA compliance, and developed new manufacturing processes. Additionally as project manager, improved manufacturing procedures on existing product lines. The two new products (Pneumatic Compactors) added an additional $18,000,000 in revenues during the first year.

Previous Employment History includes 2 years as a Manufacturing Engineer with Hoffman Engineering, Anoka, Minnesota; and 7 years as a Manufacturing Engineer with Honeywell Avionics/Alliant Techsystems, Minneapolis, Minnesota.

EDUCATION:

1989 MMSE (Masters of Manufacturing Systems Engineering), University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, Minnesota

1987 BSEE (Bachelors of Science Electrical Engineering), North Dakota State University, Fargo, North Dakota

Ongoing professional education and involvement: numerous classes, workshops, and seminars emphasizing Six Sigma, Continuous Process Improvement, Kaizen, Mentoring, and Employee Growth & Improvement.

Minnesota Residential Building Contractor, 2002 to Present

Certified Mold Inspector and Remediater, 2005 to Present

2-Term Builders Association Member (BATC) Associates Committee Chair

16 Year Retired Anoka-Champlin FireFighter

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