Director of Operations
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Scott J. Youngs Page *
SCOTT J. YOUNGS
North Lima, OH 44452
**********@*****.***
EDUCATION Indiana University
MBA
Binghamton University
MS Industrial Engineering
University of Buffalo
BS Civil Engineering
WORK HISTORY PolyOne Corporation (ColorMatrix)
7/12 – Present Director of Operations – North America Responsible for Production, Quality Control and Assurance, Warehousing including raw material and finished goods inventory control, Maintenance, all Environmental and Safety activities and ISO compliance for multiple PolyOne facilities, including a continuous global best practice interaction with European, Asian, and Latin American operations.
Accomplishments and Activities
Successfully integrated two businesses, closing one plant and moving all personnel and operational assets under one roof.
Implemented SAP in NA facilities.
Negotiated lease extensions for two facilities, managing $2M worth of improvements.
Reduced working capital and increased OI numbers for 3 consecutive years.
Reduced conversions costs year over year through LSS efforts.
Manage over $1M annually in capital investment projects.
Built the strongest teams in the Corporation.
Responsibilities
Ensure that all regional and global KPI targets are met or exceeded.
Manage and oversee all facility budgets and capital expenses.
Ensure that all personnel with the department are trained and adhere to the company’s personnel and safety policies with a focus on the PolyOne Cardinal Rules.
Drive profitable growth and best practices globally.
Manage the balance of inventory and working capital numbers, advising on purchasing and sourcing needs.
Champion annual LSS projects and initiatives to increase OI and reduce cost.
Modify operations and inventory control programs to maintain and ensure profitable operations.
Mentor, train, coach, and support. Our employees are our most valuable assets. Scott J. Youngs Page 2
DTE Energy Services
9/07 – 7/12 Regional Operations Manager
Supervise and direct multiple utility plants and personnel ensuring that the utility assets are operated in a safe, environmentally-responsible manner while satisfying the utility and energy needs of the customer.
Ensure that appropriate resources are available to support the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the utility assets.
Understand and manage all commercial aspects and contractual obligations and ensure that plant personnel do the same.
Ensure that all financial goals are met for all sites.
Assist with the management of all energy conservation initiatives.
Provide technical and administrative support for all sites.
Work closely with Plant Managers to develop, review, and manage annual O&M budgets and operational plans for each site.
Manage and advise on purchasing and inventory control processes.
Develop, implement, and manage consistent plant operating philosophies and best practices to maximize plant availability, efficiency and productivity.
Develop, implement, and manage maintenance programs and strategies.
Provide oversight and guidance on cost saving measures, improved plant efficiencies, and operating costs considerations.
9/05 – 9/07 DTE Energy Services
Plant Manager
Manage day-to-day operation and maintenance activities.
Supervise and direct a crew of plant personnel in a safe, environmentally-responsible manner while satisfying the utility and energy needs of the customer.
Ensure that all company personnel and contractor personnel are made aware of and abide by all established Company policies and procedures pertaining to plant safety and environmental stewardship.
Act as the primary liaison between the client or host and the company on all matters pertaining to daily plant operations and coordination of energy (electrical, thermal, chilled water, compressed air, waste water) production levels.
Ensure that the plant is operated in a safe, environmentally responsible manner, obeying all applicable laws and regulations.
Ensure that the facility performs as expected under contract with the client, in regard to meeting availability levels and production requirements.
Lead in developing an operating plan and budget and control applicable operating costs throughout the year to ensure that the annual O&M costs remain within budget.
Schedule and coordinate major maintenance activities and contractor activities in a manner that does not adversely effect the production requirements of our customer.
Monitor and prepare monthly operating status reports which highlight and compare performance to goals and budget.
Implement and monitor a planned maintenance (PM) program consisting of predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance activities.
Arrange or conduct periodic training for all plant personnel. Scott J. Youngs Page 3
HAAS Chemical Management, Tonawanda, NY
4/03 – 9/05 Business Manager
AMERICAN AXLE & MANUFACTURING, Buffalo, NY
9/02 – 3/03 Production Supervisor
3/99 – 9/02 RAYMOND CORPORATION, Corporate Headquarters, Greene, New York Product Manager
10/96 – 9/02 U.S. ARMY NATIONAL GUARD B Company, 204th Engineer Battalion Detachment Commander
3/95 – 3/99 TRIPLE CITIES METAL FINISHING CORPORATION, Binghamton, NY Engineer, Supervisor
5/87 - 8/90 UNITED STATES NAVY, Battleship U.S.S. Iowa Petty Officer, E-4
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