Ronald Stiver

334-***-**** **** East Fleahop Rd, Tallassee Al 36078 acxc83@r.postjobfree.com

OPERATION MANAGEMENT

** ***** ********** ********* ******* looking for a position to provide leadership and to direct, plan and coordinate management program activities and key projects.

A Operation Manager who can successfully launch, direct and manage large scale programs in a firm by performing management functions such as planning, scheduling, organizing, and tracking process, ensuring the feasibility of the project.

KEY STRENGTHS

Strategic Operations Process Improvement Cost Reduction & Budgeting

Management Product Development Financial Management

APQP Lean Manufacturing Strategic Planning

P&L Accountability FMEA Project Coordination

Process Analysis Risk Management Six Sigma Techniques

CORE COMPETENCIES

Results driven with exceptional practice judgment and memory for details with skills in developing process improvement, risk management, lean manufacturing, and team management directives.

Know Strategist who transforms strategic plans into workable solutions and benchmarks for performance against key operational objectives.

Expertise in lean manufacturing with extensive scope of responsibility and a proven track record of delivering optimal results in a high growth environment that exceeds operational goals and yields measurable outcomes.

Strong operational process improvement background through effective cost reduction, tactical planning, productivity gain, and revenue growth strategies.

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Wellington Industries Kellyton, AL 2012-Present

Plant Manager tier one/two stamping and assembly plant.

Report directly to company president; manage the daily planning and direction of all direct and indirect employees. Discuss and facilitate several daily meeting related to production, labor, scrap, customer schedule and inventory. Monitor sales trends and adjust labor accordingly. Enforce all lean manufacturing processes, principles, and maintenance, quality and safety issues.

Metrics driven philosophy continues to drive cost down and achieving 100% on time delivery.

Improved productivity by 15% and produced a cost savings of 200,000 annually by developing an effective fabrication schedule.

Led the plant thru its initial ISO certification with no findings.

Plant Awarded GM supplier of the year award. On track for a second year. Award given for quality delivery and cost reduction.

Championed safety procedures, policies and inspections leading the plant to a Safe State certification. Zero accidents in the 3 years since implemented.

Hanil Tube USA Tallassee, Al 2010-2012

Operations Manager tier one manufacture of brake/fuel lines for Hyundai and Kia. Using Production System disciplines led plant to record bottom line profits with world class quality systems that produced first time pass rates above 95%. Reducing PPM over 80% and 100% on time delivery.

• Developed two new manufacturing lines for new car additions. Using lean manufacturing foot prints for efficient use of manpower and material flow that created optimal one piece flow with consistent production volume and quality.

GKN AEROSPACE Tallassee, Al 2005-2010

Operations Manager: GE-90/115B JET ENGINES. Oversaw the generation of maximum profitability and ensured full production levels were met while simultaneously performing safety, quality, cost, and inventory management within operating budget constraints. Supervised and directed all employee disciplinary and training programs, safety programs, and plant improvement projects.

Ground floor start up for GE-90 jet engine program, including logistics, planning, scheduling, work instructions, employee placement and scheduling. Area now maintains highest quality, profit and 100% delivery of any program in plant .Awarded GE president award for best engine start up.

Established visual management and 5s techniques in all production areas with employee involvement and buy-in reduced tact time and improved quality by 20% overall. Areas now used as model for entire plant.

PEMCO AEROPLEX Birmingham, Al 2002-2005

Supervised production line operation for KC-135/P-3 aircraft. Also responsible for shift schedule to include: work station assignments/rotations, employee training, vacations, breaks, overtime assignment, back up for absent employees, and shift rotations.

Supervisor over major structure repair and overhaul for KC-135. Supervised 177 employees in major structural repairs including, skin changes, ring frame replacements and sheet metal repair.

Supervisor Manufacture of sheet medal panels, wing spars and stringers for P-3 Naval Aircraft.

U.S Navy 1982-2002

Held full responsibility for managing 12 work centers and 110 team members in repair/maintenance of 12 F/A-18 Strike Fighter aircraft. Planned and scheduled maintenance (including offsite major re-work and overhaul) incorporated Air Worthiness Directives, tracked and scheduled High Time Components replacements, conducted aircraft inspections, and updated Aeronautical Logbooks. Informed relevant team members on air craft status and readiness. Trained, mentored, and evaluated personnel. Oversaw detachment logistics, including personnel, transportation and resources.

EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, Bachelors in Science Aviation Business Administration

Certified Green Belt Six Sigma

Continuous Improvement Leader Certification

Failure Mode and Effects Analysis FMEA

Advanced Product Quality Planning APQP

References Available Upon Request

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