David B. Putnam
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MANUFACTURING
HIGHLIGHT OF QUALIFICATIONS:
* **** *****’ Experience as a Manufacturing Buyer Strong Product Researcher
Multi-Task Management Technical Capacity
Strong Problem Solving Skills Exceptional Decision Making Skills
Quality Control Standards Collaboration Skills
Process Improvement 20+ Yrs. Training in LEAN Manufacturing
Basic /Advanced Blueprint Reading Team Building & Leadership
RELEVANT SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
Maintain and review computerized and manual records of items purchased, costs, deliveries, product performance, and inventories.
Manages inventory levels, schedules and availability of selected item, either manufactured or purchased, to meet production schedules. Completes shipping information and delivery date input during sale order reviews.
Orders floor stock with shelf life material for production.
Prepare purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and review requisitions for goods and services.
Reviews sales orders against current requirements and work in process using the material requirement planning report.
Record production, repair, and machine maintenance information.
Interfaces with manufacturing personnel, the purchasing department and supervisors on material status and production planning issues.
Analyze price proposals, financial reports, and other data and information to determine reasonable prices.
Negotiate purchase to maximize buying power.
WORK HISTORY
Robotics Welder Freightliner; Gastonia, N.C. 2015-Present
CNC Machinist/Machine Operator Eaton Corp.; Kings Mountain, N.C. 2014-2015
Buyer/Maintenance Pioneer Motor Bearing; Grover, N.C. 2008- 2014
Truck Technician W&M Truck Clinic; Charlotte, N.C. 2007- 2008
Customer Service Representative Sprint; Charlotte, N.C. 2006- 2007
EDUCATION
Diploma Kings Mountain Senior High, Kings Mountain, NC
Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering Technology Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, N.C.
CERTIFICATIONS
Principles and Practices of Extrusion Kepnor Tregoe Project Management Training
Metal Products Fabrication Statistical Design of Experiments
Zenger Miller Front Line Supervisory Basic/Advanced Blueprint Reading
National Welder Certification (67327) Career Readiness Certificate (Silver)
REFERENCES AVAILABLE