Manager Social Media

Doug A. Fink

Lonsdale, MN 612-***-****

adhhdu@r.postjobfree.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-fink-79427036/

Senior Level Manufacturing & Operational Leader

Goal driven manufacturing leader and strategist with proven successes identifying opportunities for growth, continuous improvement, cost control, revenue generation, and customer success in high-volume, and custom plant environments.

Developed additional profitable lines of busines by integrating engineering and manufacturing into a cohesive team at Continental Machines, Inc.

Instrumental in bringing Pump Works, LLC out of foreclosure by leading UL certifications, restarting manufacturing, and reconciling with old vendors.

Implemented numerous effective growth strategies at Shop Saber CNC that increased output 215% in less than 18-months and reduced component costs 15%. Also boosted interdepartmental productivity 300%.

Improved quality controls and reduced production issues 50% by creating and implementing new quality controls at Shop Saber CNC.

Professional Experience

DMG MORI, Minneapolis, MN

Area Sales Manager, November 2019 – September 2020

Brought on board to lead area sales of manufacturing equipment in support of the U.S. initiative to drive manufacturing forward through technology.

Turned around an underperforming market and reenergized the territory by developing customer relationships and boosting product engagement through cost of ownership and ROI.

Developed, planned, and executed social media campaigns to promote brand awareness.

SHOP SABER CNC, Lakeville, MN

Manager of Machine Setup and Technical Support, August 2017 - April 2019

Led teams to standardize manufacturing and testing processes as well as retool the electrical department in support of business growth and corporate goals. Oversaw key functions to improve the bottom-line including vendor negotiations, training, forecasting, procurement, inventory management, product development, quality testing and validation of vendor products.

Boosted productivity from seven machines per week to 15 by enforcing new standard processes. Aligned delivery with other vendors.

Lowered costs and labor expense 40% by driving new manufacturing and assembly procedures.

Reduced warranty claims through improved testing and verification processes on completed machines.

Improved testing processes with training and education delivered to test technicians on electrical systems. Also led training and best practices for new employees.

CONTINENTAL MACHINES INC, Savage, MN

Engineering and Service Manager, May 2016 - August 2017

Recruited to lead the Service and Engineering departments and manage budget development ($1.5M), hiring, training coaching and performance management. Led team to assess, quote and build customized manufacturing equipment for clients and ensured project specifications to ensure client success. Oversaw generation of CAD models for review and production.

Streamlined production by integrating engineering and production teams. Oversaw the redesign of the Service and Engineering departments and reorganized service groups for profitability.

Ensured manufacturing targets by leveraging full resources in labor and material.

Decreased production time from eight months per project to three months by developing a repeatable process for custom builds.

Boosted service revenue 5% by establishing clear expectations and delivering best practices.

CURRENT EDM, Minneapolis, MN

Production and Inventory Lead/Service Technician, April 2013 - May 2016

Managed a team through monitoring and appraising work performance to deliver timely production and testing. Coached, mentored, and trained workforce on systems, policies, and procedures to drive top-tier quality.

Oversaw all steps and phases of the production process and created processing variables. Tracked control points and equipment, implemented cost reduction measures through continuous improvement strategies.

Mitigated costs through inventory management of parts and supplies.

PUMP WORKS LLC, Minneapolis, MN

Senior Technician/Manufacturing Engineer, June 2012 - January 2013

Directed and oversaw development, manufacturing, and shipping for high performance custom pumps, components and controls systems. Managed team tasked with producing parts, conducting research and following quality control practices. Obtained UL certification and managed UL projects and files. Led preliminary surveys and planned, designed and executed production.

DAVISCO FOODS, Le Sueur, MN

Automation Engineer/Electrician, November 2011 - June 2012

Accountable for troubleshooting and preforming preventive, predictive and emergency maintenance and routine repairs on plant equipment. Calibrated new and existing machines and maintained required documentation/logs such as service records and MCC buckets.

POLAR SEMICONDUCTOR, Bloomington, MN

Maintenance Technician, January 2010 - November 2011

Brought on board to perform maintenance on high vacuum sputtering systems to maximize uptime and output. Led calibrations and equipment verifications to ensure machines performed properly. Worked on a wide range of systems including pressure transducers, thermocouples, gas/chemical detection, gas flow controllers, liquid level sensors, and safety and interlock switches/sensors.

Early Career:

MINNEAPOLIS PASSPORT OFFICE, Field Service Technician, 2009 - 2010

NORTHFIELD AUTOMATION SYSTEMS, Field Service Technician & Project Manager, 2007 – 2009

STERIS CORP, Field Service Technician, 2003 – 2007

BEST BUY, Electronics Service Technician/ Manager, 1997-2002

Education

Bachelor of Science, Business Operations and Project Management

Southern New Hampshire University

Fire Control Technician (FT) Training

US Navy, Class “A” Technical School

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