THOMAS M. HORSTMAN

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Godfrey, IL *2035

618-***-****

acxbzs@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

To obtain a position with a progressive company, which will challenge and engage my established management abilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

Twenty years of highly successful performance in Plant Manager, Operations, Warehousing Distribution Management and Safety.

Managerial credentials including staff supervision of Operations and scheduling/routing of product delivery and QA of production.

Ability to coordinate a voluminous workload efficiently and accurately.

Responsible for development of corporate safety programs from conception to implementation, which included implementing a Safety Incentive Program.

Certified Lift Truck and Narrow Aisle Trainer, HAZMAT and Certified LEAN Manufacturing and Certified in Microsoft Excel, Trained in Supply Velocity.

Participated in time studies and pricing of new contracts.

Implementing a new Kanban System for the entire organization.

Member of a Kaizan Team.

Improved the manufacturing processes and methods for cost-reduction, quality improvement and efficiency.

Prepare and present plans for the coordinate deployment including training of team members and cross-functional teams.

Performs research, design and development of manufacturing processes including production flow, assembly methods and production equipment.

EXPERIENCE

Marcal Rope & Rigging

Operations Manager 2008-June 2016

Responsible for managing approximately 30 employees, including hiring, developing, and providing disciplinary action when needed. Responsible for the Human Resource activities by scheduling and working with Union representatives on employee negotiations, including designing the contract which is currently followed. Controlled the operations of wire and chain development. Responsible for quality management, including testing devises to meet OSHA standards. Worked in partnership with Crosby Group to design the quality control manual for the entire company to ensure safety and OSHA standards are meet in every aspect of the company in order to become a certified welding station. Since the implementation of the quality control manual, the company has been issued the highest quality control rating in the country. Created a mobile testing department in which employees were sent to customers to test devises on sight. Developed a drop off and tracking system for repair items to ensure customers were receiving timely deliveries. Worked in partnership with the State of Illinois to design a delivery log and spreadsheet system for company drivers to record mileage for multi-state transportation. The logging system was used to determine Illinois and Missouri fuel taxes. Designed a layout of the warehouses for inventory control and opened floor space for needed testing equipment. The inventory control system enabled the company to establish two testing benches which were able to test 350,000 pounds horizontally and 500,000 pounds, vertically, which is unique to this area, along with a mobile test bench with the capacity to test up to 100,000 pounds. Due to the success of the inventory control, I was placed in charge of the set up of the test benches and quoting pricing to customers and the sales force. Worked with other departments to streamline the production of round slings, straps, and hoists in order to make the process more efficient.

DALEY INTERNATIONAL

Plant Manager 2005-2008

I have a minimum of 3 years experience as a plant manager. My responsibilities including but not limited to maintaining a well trained staff (20), plant safety, environmental compliance, and policy administration. I comply with all company policies, procedures, and commercial commitments; optimize plant performance through appropriate utilization of manpower, equipment, supplies and external support; establish procedures and controls to manage all expense activities to conform to established budgets; and communicate effectively with the site staff, management, customers, vendors, and outside agencies. I am able to demonstrate the ability to maintain good relations with customers and the community utilizing excellent business management skills and strong verbal and written communications skills.

VOLPI FOODS

Warehouse Manager 2004-2005

Involved with shipping logistics, inventory control, final packaging of all Volpi Products. Developed and monitored all contract budgets to meet established goals (special attention to be given to income, labor/piece rate costs, supply costs.) Developed employees through supervision and training to meet contract requirement. Communicated with contract, administrative personnel on a regular basis to insure customer satisfaction of contract requirements. Maintained Inventory and Warehousing to fulfill contracts. Managed a staff of 75-100 employees. Coordinated the movement of all incoming and outgoing loads,supplying 3 Independent Warehouses. Researched, located and resolved all matters involving Warehouse, General Office, Deliveries and the Company Property.

CHALLENGE UNLIMITED, INC.

Assistant Director of Alpha Industries (non-profit agency) 2002-2004

Developed and monitored all contract budgets to meet established goals (special attention to be given to income, labor/piece rate costs, supply costs.). Maintained invoicing, billing and payroll on all contracts. Developed and monitored Quality Control Plans for each contract, ensuring that contract work meets or exceeds customer satisfaction. Ensured that all supply, equipment and vehicle needs are met on contracts, within budget. Maintained compliance with customer requirements on contracts. Provided development of supervisory staff through supervision and training to meet contract requirement on contracts. Communicated with administrative personnel on a regular basis to ensure customer satisfaction of contract requirements. Maintained Inventory and Warehousing to fulfill contracts. Involved in leasing of warehouse space. Managed a management staff of 10 and employees of 100-200 persons. I had contact responsibilities with DIAL Corp., P&G, Olin, and several other major corporations. Responsible for purchasing complete telecommunications system for the entire company, an inventory control system and warehouse and production equipment.

DR. PEPPER/SEVEN UP BOTTLING GROUP MIDWEST DIVISION

Warehouse Manager 1997-2002

Primary responsibility to manage and direct all Warehouse activity for Dr. Pepper/Seven Up. Managed a support staff of 3 Supervisors and 25 Union employees. Maintaining proper inventory levels. Coordinating the movement of all incoming and outgoing loads. Supplying 15 Independent Warehouses. Additional responsibilities included dealing with outside vendors, staying up with D.O.T. and O.S.H.A. Codes. Research, locate and resolve all matters involving Warehouse, General Office, Deliveries and the Company Property.

GUY’S SNACKS

Operations Manager 1996-1997

Responsible for managing and directing all Warehouse activity for Guy’s Snacks. Purchased and Controled the entire product line, ensuring effective invoice procedures. Supervised a support staff of 50 employees. Scheduled for route product delivery. Maintained inventory control, reconciling credits and debits on a weekly and monthly basis. In charge of safety programs and supervise claims procedures. In charge of Norand system. Troubleshoot problems relating to Warehouse Operations, Delivery and General Office.

EAGLE BRAND SALES, INC. 1988-1996

Operations and Safety Director 1992-1996

Responsible for managing and directing all Warehouse activity for the Anheuser-Busch subsidiary. Purchased and controlled the entire Eagle Snack product line, ensuring effective invoice procedures. Supervised a support staff of 10. Scheduled and routed product delivery. Maintained inventory control, reconciling credits and debits on a weekly and monthly basis. Responsible for coordination of new product introductions into the snack market. Served as an adviser for the establishment of Eagle’s computer information system. Designed safety manuals, programs, and supervised claims procedures. Created solutions for a broad range of problems relating to Warehouse Operations, Delivery and General Office.

Route Salesman 1988-1992

Represented Eagle Snacks in the provision of efficient and timely delivery of its product line to St. Louis Metro area. Serviced established accounts, sold product to new accounts. Managed all phases of route delivery.

COLONIAL BAKERY 1985-1988

Route Salesman 1986-1988

Represented Colonial Bakery in the daily delivery of its products. Assisted in accounting and merchandising functions as well. Developed strong business and public relations.

Casual/Pull-Up Person 1985-1988

Assisted in Warehouse Operations, including loading/unloading product.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

LEWIS AND CLARK COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Godfrey, IL

General Undergraduate Studies, 1978

ALTON HIGH SCHOOL, Alton, IL

Graduate 1977

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