Production Manager

Daryl Stout

***** ******* ****** **. *******, IN 47164

502-***-**** aczk9v@r.postjobfree.com

Production Manager

Quality Management Continuous Improvement Operational Excellence

Versatile, reliable, and results-driven professional with over 25 years of diverse experience in production operations, field service, and equipment maintenance. Skilled in collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize production through efficient scheduling, effective inventory management, and continuous improvement practices. Certified and trained in Lean manufacturing methodologies with demonstrated success implementing process improvements to streamline day-to-day business operations. Background includes 9 years of experience in the United States Navy.

Production Management

Key Performance Indicators

Strategic Production Planning

Cross-Functional Leadership

Workplace Health & Safety

Budgeting & Cost Control

Efficiency Optimization

Operational Improvement

Performance Management

ISO & Lean Methodologies

Resource Allocation

Quality Assurance

Expense Tracking

Recruiting & Training

Relationship Building

Professional Experience

IRD, LLC / Krauth Electric Company, Louisville, KY 1999 – Present

Production Manager (2003 – Present)

Serve in a key leadership role with direct accountability for all production operations from planning, scheduling, purchasing, and staff training to inventory management, shipping/receiving, maintenance, and quality assurance.

Spearheaded the implementation of ISO 9001:2008 to eliminate non-conformance; recommended pursuing ISO certification to executive management team, performing all due diligence prior to implementation.

Recognized as the first person company-wide to obtain training and certification in Lean manufacturing; subsequently appointed as the Committee Chair for the Lean Manufacturing Steering Committee.

Personally requested by the owners of the Krauth Electric Company to run the production department following the successful acquisition and integration of IRD into Krauth.

Manager – Technical Services (1999 – 2003)

Primarily responsible for managing all field service activities encompassing predictive maintenance, electronics and drives, and engineering services. Handled strategic decision-making with full accountability for department P&L.

Achieved 1500% increase in predictive maintenance revenue over a three-year period by formalizing and leading the launch of a dedicated predictive maintenance department.

Succeeded in incorporating IRD manufacturing into the department post-acquisition.

Efficiently allocated workflow for 8 direct reports at three different branches to maximize productivity.

Collaborated closely with Sales Engineers to identify, develop, and consistently close new client business.

Additional experience as Sr. Science & Engineering Technician and Electronics Technician / Nuclear Reactor Operator

Education & Training

Bachelor of Science in Business Management

Western Governor’s University

Associate of Science in Business Administration

Monroe County Community College

Certified in Lean Manufacturing • Dale Carnegie Leadership for Managers

U.S. Navy Leadership Management & Effectiveness • U.S. Navy Electronics C7 School

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