Operations Manager Supply Chain
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Russell Hill
Niagara Falls, NY *****
ad5t5k@r.postjobfree.com
Detail-oriented professional. Responsible for the performance of hourly production employees in the areas of safety, quality, production and implementation of company policies. Possess the ability to deal with complex problems. Authentic, transparent and leads by example, holding self and others accountable. Anticipates needs and problems while creating solutions. Converse with other supervisors and managers to coordinate activities of the department. Passionate about creating safer, better and more sustainable ways for people to get around. Strive for continuous improvement. Manager style is fair but firm.
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Materials/ Supply Chain Operations Manager
Amcor - Buffalo, NY
December 2021 to Present
Materials Management Responsibilities:
• Purchases raw materials including preforms, pallets, tier sheets, and top frames.
• May also be involved in the purchase of other materials and services from outside contractors such as forklift maintenance.
• Monitors raw material consumption and develops plans to maintain production needs.
• As a manager, assures all plant safety/accident prevention policies are adhered to as stated in the employee handbook. This includes maintaining cleanliness in the warehouse area, maintaining a safe work environment and safe work practices, accident investigation when necessary, and ensuring any outside contractors adhere to Amcor policies and procedures.
• May negotiate and set up new vendors and purchasing contracts, as necessary.
• Solicits quotations and finds sources for improved products, lower cost and faster delivery.
• Communicates with customers on complaints, problems and concerns. May refer customer complaints relating to quality or production to appropriate management.
• Handles periodic physical inventory of raw materials and finished goods and reconciles actual usage as shown on SAP system.
• Generates inventory reports to Division as necessary.
• Promotes continual improvement and cooperation between departments by leading cross-functional workgroups to solve problems, as designated by the Plant Manager. Quality Management Responsibilities:
• Provides leadership for the plant quality function.
• Develops, implements, and maintains a quality system that meets or exceeds the requirements of our customers and is in alignment with corporate requirements.
• Conducts quality audits to assure that quality systems/processes are being followed by plant operations personnel. Takes corrective action as appropriate.
• Champions programs for external and internal PPM reductions to reduce the cost of quality and improve productivity.
• Acts as a coach/mentor to quality/production personnel to develop skills and understanding in statistical methods, i.e. SPC, process capability to realize quality improvement.
• Communicates with and visits customers to understand the performance of our products and evaluate their production process to enhance performance. Takes leadership role in resolving customer issues.
• Facilitates root cause corrective action on processes found to be producing non-conforming product to prevent re occurrence.
• As a manager, assures all plant safety/accident prevention policies are adhered to. This includes maintaining cleanliness in the production and warehouse areas, maintaining a safe work environment and safe work practices, accident investigation when necessary and ensuring any outside contractors adhere to Amcor policies and procedures in safety.
• Manage the GMP and the Pest Control programs.
• Promotes employee involvement that helps facilitate best in class processes and partnerships with vendors and customers.
• Maintains large computer databases and basic computer operating system maintenance.
• Manages all customer complaints (CINs) and ensures adequate corrective action and root cause analysis is completed for each issue and that results are communicated to the customer in a timely manner.
• Manages all other assignments as given.
Operations Specialist
Olin Corporation - Niagara Falls, NY
July 2021 to December 2021
• Monitor process conditions, equipment and control systems as well as assist in the start-up, training, and troubleshooting of related equipment and chemical processes.
• Perform tasks assigned to operations such as field checks, equipment preparation, permitting, testing, commissioning, process sample management and analysis, cell component assembly/replacement, cleaning/assembly of chlorine cells, operating solvent wash stations, weld repair, cell casketing, painting, quality inspections, inventory, and the loading/unloading product to and from rail cars, totes, tank trucks and other modes of transportation.
• Prepare equipment for maintenance as well as perform minor maintenance activities as assigned.
• Use various controls systems to monitor, control and adjust equipment operations for tanks, boilers, air systems, water wells, condensers, reactors, pumps, coolers and compressors within established standards. May replace and leak test tank car service equipment such as valves and monitor tank levels and flow rates.
• Troubleshoot, analyze and resolve technical issues within assigned area of the plant.
• Complete thorough inspections to ensure regulatory compliance. This includes but is not limited to safety, DOT and quality inspections.
• Constantly monitor field operating parameters to ensure quality requirements and perform all duties aligned with Olin’s quality policy and per the ISO9001/RC14001 standards and procedures.
• Cooperate with maintenance and development projects to attain maximum efficiency in operations and minimize outages of equipment.
• Perform all duties with a high degree of dedication to safety and environmental stewardship including reporting of near misses and incidents, assisting with root cause incident investigations, and performing Immediate Response activities.
• Provide support for shutdowns, general housekeeping and any other assigned tasks.
• Consequences of errors: Operators work with hazardous chemicals and complex equipment. Errors in work could be lethal to self or others. Lack of judgment could result in non-compliance with governmental regulations.
• Cell Room/Valve Operators (any site): Due to hazardous conditions this job may be considered unsafe for certain health conditions. Must be able to work in strong electromagnetic field. Production Supervisor
General Motors - Buffalo, NY
November 2020 to July 2021
• Responsible to implement and execute the established business plan for an area of the production operations and foster an atmosphere of teamwork and cooperation.
• Responsible for the effective use of personnel, material, and equipment.
• Participates in the training, developing and evaluating of hourly team members.
• Participates in the development of highly effective teams. Leads Global Manufacturing Systems(GMS) processes and serves as resource supporting launch and pilot activities in assigned areas.
• Meets or exceeds production cost schedule and maintains quality requirements. Maintains awareness of quality standards, and communicates department quality goals, and leverages resources to solve quality issues.
• Builds and maintains good working relationships with employees, union and management.
• Understands and consistently administer the National and Local Agreements between General Motors and the United Auto Workers Union. Implements and follows systems that prevent re occurrence of known issues.
• Promote safe work practices and achieve objectives for ergonomics, health and safety and housekeeping. Motivates, trains and develops employees to effectively perform their jobs utilizing standardized methods. Ensure team members receive adequate JIT (job instruction training).
• Achieve production schedules and product requirements by applying lean manufacturing/synchronous principles with emphasis on variation reduction, control costs, and achieve productivity improvements. Materials/Chemicals Operations Manager
Greenpac Mill - Niagara Falls, NY
January 2013 to November 2020
• Supervises production activities to ensure manufactured products meet or exceed all established quality requirements, including product integrity and production order documentation.
• 5+ years of relevant Customer Support experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment; experience with Logistics is preferred
• Responsible as a first line supervisor for all phases of operations and development, work assignments, scheduling activities, and coordination with Area Supervisors and departments for producing product in accordance with established policies and procedures
• 8 years of experience in distribution or production planning and scheduling, inventory control, logistics, material management.
• Provides oversight for transportation issues and inventory management
• Responsible for all aspects of shift operations including Safety, Quality, Company Policies, Production, Operational Cost, Lean Manufacturing Procedures and On-Time Performance.
• Reviews and audits work permits for accuracy and follows-up to correct deficiencies
• Responsible for assisting, directing, and training team to work in a safe manner to set-up and operate equipment to produce a product that meets the customer requirements in a cost effective manner.
• Ability to problem solve while following Quality, Department and Company policies and take an active part in generating departmental cost reduction savings.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.); SAP knowledge preferred
• Assists operators in problem solving and exercises considerable judgement
• Create requisition and purchase orders. Ensure accuracy in SAP.
• Responsible for all equipment in area including requesting maintenance, ordering parts, and maintaining a neat and organized work area.
• Ensure all incidents, accidents or injuries are documented immediately and reported to appropriate management personnel
• Complied with all hazmat managing procedures and regulations
• Oversaw all chemical activity in the mill. Supervised 20-25 operators, chemical engineers and maintenance workers.
SGA Gaming Team Lead
Seneca Gaming Authority - Niagara Falls, NY
August 2010 to December 2012
• Report all violations and suspicious behaviors to supervisors, verbally or in writing
• Observed, reviewed and reported on issues relating to all aspects of Casino operations. Designated as Officer in Charge in the absence of Management.
• Managed casino or casino hotel operations for irregular activities
• Cooperate with Security, State Police and department heads to assure property protection
• Monitored establishment activities to ensure adherence to all casino gaming regulations and company policies and procedures.
Production Supervisor
General Motors Corporation - Buffalo, NY
April 1999 to August 2009
Understand, support and execute all work in safe manner and supply to a culture that promotes safety as its overriding priority
• Maintain, troubleshoot and perform tasks on all equipment in assigned workspace
• Work in a dynamic and fast paced environment
• Responsible for assembly, machining, quality checks, tool changes, and problem solving of manufacturing processes and equipment
• Provide quality/procurement process and procedural support to ensure quality management system requirements are being met
• Provides feedback and coaching to team members on daily work tasks
• Multi-tasks efficiently in a high-paced environment
• Focuses on team objectives to meet customer expectations
• Supports training and cross-training efforts for team development Education
Niagara County Community College - Sanborn, NY
September 1992 to June 1999
Skills
• Proficient in Microsoft applications
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task in a fast-pace environment
• Be capable of learning quickly and retain knowledge
• Strong knowledge in plant utilities and safety
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work as a team
• SAP
• 5S
• Laboratory Experience
• Manufacturing
• Supply Chain
• Quality Control
• Lean Manufacturing
• Production Management
• Management
• Supervising experience
• Medical terminology
• Logistics
• Data analysis skills
• Microsoft Access
• Analysis skills
• Warehouse experience
• Warehouse Management
• Quality Management
• Continuous improvement
• Microsoft Office
• Materials management
• Supply chain
• Production planning
• SAP
• Warehouse management
• MRP
• Communication skills
Certifications and Licenses
CDL A
Forklift Certification
Driver's License
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