Michael Gates
Rockaway, NJ **866
**********@*****.***
Highly motivated and enthusiastic Operations Manager looking to further my knowledge and expertise in facility maintenance.
Highlights
Safety Oriented Operations Management Production Goals Self-Motivated
Efficient Machinery Inspector Quality Control Process Improvements
Professional Experience
A.S.A.P. Linen, Inc. – Paterson, NJ
(a subsidiary of Something Different Linen, Inc.)
General Manager – 2006-Present
Oversaw all operations of a 35,000 sq. ft. commercial laundry facility.
Re-organized the laundry layout improving conditions and accessibility to all machinery.
Implemented new safety programs aimed at reducing and eliminating violation and incidents compliant with OSHA safety regulations including EPA (Emergency Plan of Action), lockout programs, and Right to Know.
Responsible for managing day to day operations including planning, scheduling, purchasing, and H.R. issue for over 45 employees.
Worked one on one with owner of company to market and target new sales.
Handled top priority accounts 7 days a week which included $1,000,000 in business.
Dispatched over 100 routes with 6 different drivers daily.
Reduced electrical cost by 75% by implementing and installing new LED electrical lighting.
Something Different Linen, Inc. – Clifton, NJ
Plant Manager – 1994-2006
Oversaw all operations of a 60,000 sq. ft. tablecloth manufacturing company.
Implemented and performed preventive maintenance programs to maximize machine performance up times.
Implemented new safety programs aimed at reducing and eliminating violation and incidents compliant with OSHA safety regulations including EPA (Emergency Plan of Action), lockout programs, and Right to Know.
Responsible for managing day to day operations including planning, scheduling, purchasing, and H.R. issue for over 70 employees.
Implemented new packaging techniques and shipping technologies to reduce shipping costs and increase efficiency.
Education
Morris County School of Technology
Certificates:
Basic Electricity – 72 Hour Course Plumbing 1 – 36 Hour Course
Boiling Training Center
Black Seal Special under 100 HP – 6 Week Course
Additional Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) Bi-Lingual
Web Design