John R. Pacillas, Jr.
Newport, NC 28570
Mobile — (980) 329 - 0779
E-Mail — ad0v8h@r.postjobfree.com
Summary Of Qualifications
Strong technical experience in manufacturing with a background in multiple component production, subassembly processes, material procurement and facility maintenance. Proven track record of exceeding production, quality and cost goals. Trained and experienced in the implementation of lean manufacturing processes (I.E. 5S, LMF, VSM, SMED, Yamazumi Boards, Hijenka Boards). Certified Lean Manufacturing auditor. Trained in Six Sigma Green Belt processes, (DMAIC). Well versed in PPAP processes, as well as ISO certification processes.
Career History
Production/Facilities Manager – Refrigerated Dryers/Brazing/Welding
SPXFlow Inc. – Newport, NC 10/2014 – 04/2020
Responsible for all Refrigerated Dryer Production activities
Directed all support activities to supply components for dryer production lines
Reviewed/Presented Daily/Monthly/Quarterly Metrics
Aided in development and implementation of a ‘360 Metric’ display board for Daily Visual Management
Assisted in all Production personnel and staffing volumes
Responsible for all Project Design/Installation/Facility and Maintenance activities
Participated in annual ISO9001 – 2015 certifications
Implemented Lean Manufacturing processes for efficiency improvements
Production Supervisor - Hot Dogs "D - shift" (50 - 60 people at any one time)
Smithfield-Farmland, Kinston, NC 2/2014 — 6/2014
Provide daily production scheduling
Report on metric results every four hours daily
Provide immediate corrective actions for any metric outside of target
Handle all discipline issues for associates
Provide daily scrap and inventory numbers to the Material's organization
Provide staffing requirements to senior management
Provide input for future expansion planning
Department Lead — Racks
Electrolux Major Appliance, Kinston, NC (11/2012 — 9/2013)
·Provided daily direction for two Exempt Supervisors
·Scheduled all daily production activities for three shifts
·Managed raw material inventory
·Trained and managed EMS processes for daily improvements
·Balanced and adjusted the daily schedule to meet customer demand
·Provided quality support to four production lines
·Worked diligently to reduce scrap and improve on time delivery
·Met daily with all production lines to generate delivery improvement feedback
Director Of Operations
Island Forest Industrial, Cornelius, NC (11/2011 — 4/2012)
·Directed all aspects of daily production
·Provided daily production schedules and goals
·Aided in new process development
·Responsible for staffing needs and requirements
·Tasked with all Human Resource responsibilities
·Worked closely with customers for new product on-boarding and PPAP approval processes
·Worked with CNC programmers to maximize machine efficiency
·Began initial lean manufacturing implementation
·Reduced raw material inventory and improved new material deliveries to maintain sustained levels
Production Manager
Grayson 0 Company, Kannapolis, NC (7/2010 — 11/2011)
·Managed all production aspects for the filling department
·Made daily job assignments for production personnel
·Controlled inventory for incoming components
·Began the implementation of Lean Manufacturing tools
·Tasked with full implementation of BDA Manufacturing MRP software
·Worked to reduce corrugated inventory and smoothed deliveries to maximize cash flow
·Participated in weekly production scheduling to maximize equipment efficiencies and throughput
Daimler Trucks North America (8/1995 — 3/2009)
Business Unit Manager (Finish Cab Assembly Line), (3/2006 - 3/2009)
Materials Control/Warehouse Manager, (2/2004 - 3/2006)
Facilities Maintenance/Engineering Manager, (11/2001 - 2/2004) Tool and Die Supervisor, (3/2000 - 11/2001)
Production Supervisor, (8/1995 - 3/2000)
Software Skills
Microsoft Office Suite, MRP, SAP, Outlook, Minitab, Kronos
Education
Bachelor Of Science, Industrial Engineering and Technology Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC