Al Whittle

PLANT MANAGER - Superior Metal Technologies

Martinsville, IN

acyfoa@r.postjobfree.com - 765-***-****

Willing to relocate: Anywhere

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

WORK EXPERIENCE

PLANT MANAGER

Superior Metal Technologies - Indianapolis, IN - November 2015 to Present Indianapolis, Indiana

Highly experienced plant manager directing on-site manufacturing operations and personnel resources for a two-shift workforce operating in a 100,000 Sq.Ft. aluminum finishing job shop facility for architectural and other industrial products.

PLANT MANAGER (November 2015 to Present)

• Seasoned leader providing operational support and direction for a staff of nearly 100 employees, across multiple departments including production, quality, and maintenance.

• Skillfully drive change and implemented continuous improvement initiatives, while maintaining overall safety and ensuring 100% on-time delivery and customer satisfaction.

• Successfully led multiple CapEx projects for cost reduction and facility improvements, resulting in a reduction in gas cost by $5,000/year and electric costs by $40,000 per year.

• Initiated process improvements for anodize production allowing the plant to reduce one shift of labor, saving the company $90,000/year.

PLANT MANAGER

TBK America - Richmond, IN - April 2012 to November 2015 Richmond, Indiana

Provided executive-level management and leadership for a three-shift workforce operating in a 130,000 Sq.Ft. manufacturing facility specializing in machining and assembly of engine components for the heavy-duty truck market.

PLANT MANAGER (August 2012 to November 2015)

• Provided operational oversight and management of production, quality assurance, maintenance and engineering, PC&L and 5 successful product launches.

• Trained, engaged and motivated plant workforce to maintain an efficient and cohesive production environment through daily, monthly and semiannual communications.

• Strategically developed business plans for achieving key plant measurables and continuous improvements within budget and established benchmarks.

• Systematically directed adherence to safety guidelines, coordinating training, facilitating awareness and managing on-site regulations.

• Improved P&L from $200k/Mon. loss to 80k/mon. profit by meeting corporate quality benchmark PPM, improving efficiency through lean principles to over 85% OEE and insourcing of parts with added capacity from improvements on existing equipment.

SENIOR PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR

- February 2011 to April 2012

Provided senior-level supervision with responsibility for day-to-day production operations for a nearly half- million sq.ft. facility handling upset forging, heat treatment, machining and inspections for vehicle chassis system and power train components.

SENIOR PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR (February 2011 to April 2012)

• Offered hands on management and direction of personnel, process and equipment-based failure modes and effects for capital and process-intensive machinery, conveyor and robotic systems.

• Created and maintained visual work instructions, communication boards and documentation for troubleshooting and management of advanced manufacturing and machining cells.

• Increased awareness, familiarity and utilization of advanced technology applications such as Bar Code Labeling, PC-Based SPC and Work Instruction Systems, and Real-Time Cell Management systems.

• Directed implementation of continual improvement and lean initiatives for facility layout and one-piece materials flow, including the reduction of set-up and cycle time to increase production capacity, and standardizing work instructions and quality-focused inspection systems for improved first run process capability.

Superintendent

IACNA - Greencastle, IN - 2005 to 2009

Large union Tier 1 plastics injection molding and assembly facility for automotive interior parts for major OEM’s.

• Promoted from Supervisor to Superintendent

• Responsible for 5 Supervisors, over 150 employees, and all daily production and service scheduling

• Implemented 5S, training program, employee involvement, and safety programs

• Involved in team that took plant from red to black financially through process improvement and quality objectives

EDUCATION

Organizational Leadership and Supervision

Purdue University at Indianapolis - Indianapolis, IN August 1987 to May 1989

SKILLS

Microsoft Office (10+ years), Lean Manufacturing (10+ years), Management (10+ years), Product Launch

(10+ years), P&L Responsibility (5 years), Strategic Planning (5 years), Budget Development (4 years), Budget Management (5 years), Quality Control (10+ years), Staff Development (8 years), Staff Training (8 years), Continuous Improvement (10+ years), Team Building (10+ years), Customer Relations (10+ years), Safety (10+ years), Process Development (10+ years), Process Improvement (10+ years), Cost Reduction

(8 years)

LINKS

http://Linkedin.com/in/alwhittle

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

ISO 9001/TS 16949 Internal Auditor

ISO 14001 Internal Auditor

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