Terry J. Groves Sr.
***** ********* **. ******** ** 46563
*********@*****.***
Summary
Manager experience since 1987 in the RV industry. Including production supervisor, production and plant manager positions. Specifically, in laminated panels, metal fabrication and all its processes.
Professional Achievements
Military
U. S. Army from 1976-1980
Promoted to Sergeant E5
Awarded Expert Infantry Badge
Awarded Army Accommodation Medal
Business Accomplishment
Significant contributor in the first Hot Melt urethane process
Consistent Inventory Reduction- 2016 reduction of 1.5 million dollars
Consistent yearly inventory accuracy -2015-2016 accuracy of less than .5%
Continuously meeting or exceeding yearly productivity goals
Implementing Safety- Two years of being accident free
Implementing Organization- 5S program
Highlights
Proven leadership with great integrity
Training and mentoring
Strong organization and interpersonal skills
New hire orientation- certified in I-9 process
Experience with open enrollment and benefits
RMA processing and authorization
Microsoft application skills
Experience with Ultipro electronic time card system
Work History
Production Manager
Amerimax Building Products- Nappanee IN May 2006- Dec 2016
Managed all aspects of production including shipping and maintenance
Maintained and development new methods of roll formed and fabricated products
Communication with sales department and customer service
Conducted daily tier meetings to review and monitor status of company metrics and goals
Scheduling
Annual open enrollment for insurance and benefits
Annual merit reviews
Safety
Inventory
RMAs
Lamination Supervisor May 2000- May 2006
Fabwell- Nappanee IN Overseen all aspects of lamination production processes
Supervision of 25 employees encompassing four departments
Scheduling order for on-time delivery with highest quality, efficiently
Conducted training and safety meetings
Communication with sales, customer service and administration
Communication with other department leaders for material and problem solving
Plant Manager
JTJ Lamination- Elkhart IN Sept 1987-May 2000
Significant role in the first Hot Melt Urethane process
Managed 3 buildings encompassing 6 production lines with 40 employees
Managed production, shipping and maintenance departments
New product development
Scheduling
Staffing
Safety
Special Training
1973 Graduated from Elkhart Central High School
U.S. Military- Non-Commissioned Officers Advanced Operation Training
Training in Personal and Operational Duties
Inter-company 5S and continuous Improvement training
Inter-company training of EHS safety policies and procedures
Inter-company training on OSHA compliances
12 years of certification in First Aid- CPR First Responder
Certified trainer for Overhead Crane, Fork Lift and LOTO
References
Ryan Berger-574-***-**** Former business associate
Brad Belcher 260-***-**** Former business associate
Jerry Collins 574-***-**** Former business associate