Operations Manager

Matt Mellor

Walkerton, Ontario ************@*****.*** 519-***-**** Linkedin

Production and Operations Manager

Results-driven and versatile Production and Operations Manager with an innate ability to determine production requirements and provide knowledgeable and creative solutions. Innovative and flexible leader finetuned through 10+ years of managerial experience highlighting positive employee relations. Proven expertise in:

Health and Safety

Process Development and Implementation

Cost Analysis

Lean Manufacturing

Quality Control

Policies and Procedures

Organizational Operations

Coaching and Mentoring

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION

Human Resources Management (2017- 2020)

Distance Education, Mohawk College, Hamilton, ON

Management Sciences Coursework

University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON

School of Management Advanced School of Management

Certifications

Bruce Power Security Clearance 2020-2025 Joint Health and Safety Level 1 and 2 B License

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Smitty’s Furniture – Hanover, ON

Warehouse & Service Operations Manager, 02/2023 to 09/2024

Managed and qualified warehouse, delivery, service and support team in accordance with operational requirements.

Monitor inventory levels

Reduced inventory by $200K

Improved vehicle maintenance and reduced annual costs

Implemented and maintain SOP for warehouse operations

Key Contributions:

Maximizing warehouse capacity and operational flow

Managed renovation and opening of new showroom in Barrie

Acquired security system for all buildings

Reduced delivery damages (drivers) by 10%

Developed training program for driver team

Improved process flow through Lean Manufacturing

FirstCanada ULC – Kincardine, ON

Location Manager, 08/2020 to 02/2023

Manage, operate, and qualify areas in accordance with contractual requirements.

Invoicing charters and contractual transportation services

Employee training

Union negotiations

Licensing and training implementation

Liaison with school and board officials

Payroll approval

Key Contributions:

Maximizing efficiency with route design with assistance of route planners

Increased route capabilities through employee retention

Reduced expenditures within Maintenance Shop through Lean Manufacturing

7ACRES – Tiverton, ON

Operations Manager, 01/2019 to 07/2020

Managed and qualified processing team in accordance with operational requirements.

Maintained production requirements

Maintaining SOP within Processing Department

Optimized scheduling to reflect operation obligations and deadlines

Reported and examined over time and approved all payroll

Increase profitability with cost improvements and efficiency

Minimized waste through creative initiatives, including climate control

Remained accountable to Health Canada

Finalized all documentation accurately and promptly

Developed and executed Crop Report detailing efficiency, quality, and targets

Compiled daily yield, waste, and labour hours

Key Contributions:

Converted operational process from 14 days to two

Leveraged 300% surge of product output

Improved product flow, optimizing efficiencies

Farm Fresh Poultry Ltd – Harriston, ON

Production Manager, 8/2017 to 1/2019

Spearheaded all aspects of plant performance.

Maintained cross-departmental payroll profiles and schedules

Facilitated vacation entry and initiated required adjustments

Collaboratively investigated and tracked variances in specifications and standards

Identified impending issues ensuring rapid corrective measures to prevent and minimize loss.

Evaluated standard operating procedures yearly

Conceptualized areas of improvements and established new guidelines. Nurtured open lines of communication with all levels.

Key Contributions:

Coordinated all aspects of WSIB, including Return to Work, claim creation, and investigation assistance

Cultivated $30K cost-savings

Acting Human Resource Manager; Recruited, hired, and onboarded diverse personnel

Exceldor Food Inc. – Hanover, ON

Production Supervisor, 12/2013 to 8/2017

Regulated HACPP and SQF procedures and safety compliance.

Supervised 76 employees while observing animal welfare program and evaluating departmental profitability

Completed payroll submissions and disciplinary actions

Aided in corporate downsizing; Pinpointed impending quality control concerns and presented critical recommendations

Partnered with various department supervisors and management to solve complex matters

Key Contribution:

Accredited MPIP trainer; qualified new Quality Technicians, trained new inspectors, and reviewed performance yearly

Reduced project waste by 10% through effective coaching

Vintex – Mount Forest, ON

Production Team Leader, 09/2006 to 12/2013

Led two departments; Assigned work orders and inspired focus on quality and time management. Identified quality concerns and assisted in correcting matters. Operated necessary equipment and provided knowledge insights when troubleshooting.

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