Manager Sales Representative
Resume:
Vernon D. LaCross II
Clarkston, MI 48348
***********@*****.***
Objective:
Seeking to obtain a position in leadership or management with an organization that strives for continued corporate growth and profitability.
Highlights of Qualifications:
Responsible for development and implementation of S. O. P.'s, C. P.'s, PFMEA's and CIP's.
Certified ISO18001/TS16949 Auditor
Trained in lean manufacturing objectives
Over 20 years of experience in Supervision and Management as Tier I Supplier in Automotive Industry related to assembly and manufacturing
Basic computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Relevant Skills and Accomplishments:
MNP Corporation
Served as plant manager for distribution center, responsible for as many as 138 employees, 3 shifts.
Developed and implemented Standard Operating Procedures, Control Plans, PFMEA's and Continuous Improvement Plans.
Responsible for the training and development of newly hired employees in 6 different departments with automotive fastener supplier as well as the training and development of sales representatives with insurance company.
Developed and implemented a Standardization Manual and Job Description Manual, as applicable to each department and each position with automotive fastener supplier.
Implemented material and scrap savings programs, resulting in annual savings exceeding $250,000.00.
Responsible for payroll submission, financial forecasts, labor hours, disciplinary concerns, hiring, performance evaluations and other administrative duties
Inalfa Roof Systems
Supervisor of 4 Assembly Line Production for automotive single and twin panel sunroofs
Advanced to position of Customer Focus Team Manager with sunroof manufacturer; managed engineering staff responsible for 3 OEM customers.
CFT Manager responsible for all facets of customer satisfaction including but not limited to Quality Engineering, Supplier Quality and Development, Product Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering
Instrumental in the successful launch of 4 new products and the transfer of 2 production lines to a new facility in Acworth, GA.
Lateral transfer to Production Manager; full responsibility for all production, scheduling and customer shipping requirements.
Implemented consolidation of subassembly processes, removing them from in-line processes to off line, improving assembly line cycle times and reducing labor costs in excess of $200,000 annually.
Responsible for payroll submission, financial forecasts, labor hours, disciplinary concerns, hiring, performance evaluations and other administrative duties.
Employment History
10/2012 - Current
Inalfa Roof Systems, Auburn Hills, MI
Production Manager (05/2016 – Present)
Customer Focus Team Manager (03/2014 – 05/2016)
Production Supervisor (10/2012 – 03/2014)
08/1996 – 10/2012**
MNP Corporation, Utica, MI
Manufacturing Tool Purchasing and Manufacturing Production Control (08/2010 – 10/2012)
Floor Leader, Quality Manager, Supervisor & Plant Manager (05/1997 – 08/2009)
Machine Operator (08/1996 – 05/1997)
**Temporary layoff from 8/10/09 to 8/16/10 due to collapse of auto industry and overall economic downturn; supported spouse owned insurance company as Office Manager during downturn (LaCross Group, Inc.)
05/1988 – 08/1996
Western-Southern Life Insurance Company, Clinton Twp., MI
Sales Representative/Sales Manager
Education
Jared W. Finney High School, MI
High School Diploma
General
American College-School of Maryland
Life Underwriter’s Training Council Fellowship
Trade School
Successful completion of Management Development Program, sponsored by Inalfa Roof Systems, Inc., at Oakland Community College, Auburn Hills, MI – June, 2016
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