Manager Management

RONALD E. HERTZOG

***** ******** ****. ******, ******** 60448 708-***-****

OBJECTIVE: WAREHOUSE / PRODUCTION / DISTRIBUTION MANAGEMENT

SUMMARY:

•Worked from step one in die prove out and automation implementation

•Press position was started as a new venture in Ford's supplier park to supply assembly plant

•Have continually improved S.P.M., started at 8 and have improved to 15

•Warehouse position was started as a "Greenfield Operation" and required interviewing and

hiring of workforce, determination of new suppliers, production scheduling, training and

implementing team concepts using Kaizen principles.

•Have been consistently under budget since operation was started and was running at full

production 3 months ahead of schedule.

•A progressive career in production / warehouse / distribution operations highlighted by

promotions into supervision/management over multiple production lines and warehouse

operations.

•Experienced in planning and scheduling for single and multiple shifts including work and

material flow, manpower and working productively with peripheral departments.

•Background in fast-paced, high-tech production (automation, robotics Excellent

record for quality (close tolerance), safety and compliance with schedules.

•Successful leadership qualities. Training, developing and motivating employees in a cohesive

team environment.using standard operating procedures. Well-developed analytical and problem

solving skills.

•Six months after starting up the production area, I also assumed the position of warehouse

manager.

•As warehouse manager I successfully reduced overtime (70%) and improved the efficiency of the

warehouse operation.

•Knowledgeable in computer systems, AS400,JD Edwards, Kronos

WORK HISTORY:

Nov. 2013 – present

Pactiv corp. – Frankfort, IL.

Production supervisor Thermo forming/extrusion.

Coordinate manpower and production priorities

Work with Temp agency to fill manpower needs

In charge of skilled trades/set priorities

Monitor quality issues and communicate to the proper dept.

Work with skilled trades to keep equipment up and schedule P.M’s.

Monitor performance and discipline when needed

Monitor time and attendance for discipline and payroll

Set up training for employees and a cross training plan

Lead problem solving team

Ensure that 5s/kaizen principles are followed

Aug. 2007 – Nov. 2013 International Truck & Engine/NAVISTAR – Melrose Park, Illinois Production supervisor/engine assembly and test/engine block machining dept.

Coordinate manpower and production priorities

Monitor quality issues and communicate to the proper dept.

Work with skilled trades to keep equipment up and schedule P.M’s.

Monitor performance and discipline when needed

Monitor time and attendance for discipline and payroll

Set up training for employees and a cross training plan

Monitor zice reports for correct dimensions

Monitor inventory-good product and rework

2003 – Aug. 2007

TOWER AUTOMOTIVE - Chicago, Illinois

Press Dept. Supervisor / inner fender assembly supervisor Nov. 2003 – Aug. 2007

Coordinate 45 different die's to run in 3 presses

Work with scheduling to meet customer (Ford) demands

Monitor quality and work with quality dept.

Work with tool room for die repair and p.m. of dies

Work with maint. On repair and p.m. of equipment

Develop die set procedures

Train employees in lean manufacturing using Kaizen principles

HILLENBRAND INDUSTRIES - Tinley Park, Illinois

Warehouse / Production / Dist (Facility) Manager (Feb, 1999 – Nov. 03)

Purchasing and Inventory Control

Transportation, distribution and Logistic Management

Warehousing of Raw Materials and Finished Goods

Production/Payroll/Inventory Reporting to Corp. Office

Management of Workforce including Hiring and Scheduling

Involved in start up of J.D. Edwards computer system, which included going to bar codes and RF guns

Responsible for the development and adherence of location's budget, administer all company policies, responsible for all human resource functions(i.e., hire, payroll, discipline)

Forklift experience, sit down and stand up

THRALL CAR - Chicago Heights, Illinois

Production Supervisor/Foreman (1997 - 1999)

Rotate through all five departments of Production of rail cars

Responsible for managing order changeovers per customer request

Full comprehension of blue prints and basing production on same

Successfully motivate and obtain production goals in a union environment

Coordinate line moves safely and on-time

BORG-WARNER - Frankfort, Illinois

Production Supervisor (1983-1997)

Schedule and direct work flow through four production lines (fabrication of transmission bands for the automotive industry).

Oversee material control and production setups/changeovers to assure compliance with close tolerance specifications

Supervise a work force of SO employees through team leaders; maintain records for payroll, employee scheduling, etc.).

Work with the Planner to develop master production plans and with Engineers for changes, modifications, and Quality Control.

Identify and resolve problems; work closely with other departments/supervisors.

Implement and manage Statistical Process Control (SPC) applications.

Monitoring daily workflow for optimum production and cost control using JIT pull systems and lean manufacturing.

Implemented work cells within the department.

Member: Energy Team/Task Force, ISO-9000 Team (ISO implementation),

Ergonomic Task Force, Plant Layout Task Force.

Selected to manage (co-facilitate) multi-shift operations.

Instrumental in implementing a new hourly payroll system.

Developed a proposal for structuring merged Circles and SPC Task Forces that generated savings of approximately $64,000 annually.

Recognized for contributions to key problem resolution (constraint management).

Promoted from Material Handler to Machine Setup/Repair.

TRAINING &

EDUCATION:

JOLIET JUNIOR COLLEGE - Joliet, Illinois

Coursework Includes:

OSHA Management... Principals of Management... Metallurgy...

Technical Blueprint Reading ... Dimensional Metrology... Industrial

Management... Supervisory Development (Human Relations)

Economics... Psychology

PROFESSIONAL:

World Class Management Systems Training, Borg-Warner (8 sessions)

Leadership Development

OBS Press Operations (Cincinnati) How to Build a Better Team

Portable Fire Extinguishers Lift Truck Operations

AXOD Transaxle Operation Safety Fundamentals for

Job and Pay Administration Supervisors

Coaching seminars JIT Training & seminars

Kaizen 5 s training

Graduate of Lincoln-Way High School, New Lenox, IL

E-Mail *********@*****.***

INTERESTS: Family ... Youth Football... Little League Coach

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