CHRIS J. THOMAS

www.linkedin.com/in/the-chris-thomas Rock Hill, SC 704-***-**** adq9kt@r.postjobfree.com Professional Summary

Seasoned Operations and Plant Manager with over 20 years of experience providing plant manufacturing operational leadership in the printing industry. Extensive experience in all aspects of plant production including line and equipment maintenance, quality controls, productivity standards, operating and cost efficiencies, product quality inspections, and team leadership. Continually exceeds expectations by building valuable relationships and works well with people at all levels of an organization including stakeholders, management, team members, vendors, and customers. Skills

• Plant Manufacturing & Reliability Operations

• Lean & Six Sigma Methodologies

• Team Leadership & Development

• Technical Support & Project Planning

• Line & Equipment Maintenance

• OSHA & Federal Safety Regulations

• Quality Controls & Assurance

• Staff Training & Supervision

• Productivity & Continuous Improvement

• Cost Savings & Efficiencies

• Labor Relations & Negotiations

• Manufacturing Standards & Resource Allocation

• Product Inspections & Technical Support

• Excellent Verbal & Written Communication

Technical Skills

Heidelberg Speedmaster, CD, XL, Web 8, M600, Gallus Flexo BHS die cutter, Harris Cold set web, Mitsubishi, Bobst, 102, 104, 106, Expertcut, Bobst gluers Mistral, Alpina, Expertfold Work History

Company Box, Operation Manager 05/2019 to 03/2020

Westrock – MPS Inc

• Drove overall plant operations with a monthly sales budget of $2M while ensuring all employees met set standards.

• Oversaw standards and processes for Safety, Quality, Efficiency, Preventative Maintenance, and Housekeeping.

• Managed production team members and ensured on-time delivery of high-quality products for printing operations.

• Directed all plant manufacturing processes and ensured quality products while maintaining a safe work environment.

• Planned and directed the layout of equipment, workflow, and workforce utilization as well as materials procurement.

• Directed and coordinated activities of the facility to obtain optimum efficiency and to maximize company profits.

• Developed and established organizational or operational strategies while delivering outstanding customer support.

• Handled hiring, performance evaluations, promotions, and terminations, and planned work schedules and assignments. Reliability Maintenance Manager 01/2017 to 05/2019 Westrock – MPS Inc

• Supported WestRock-MPS sites by developing Safety, Quality, Leadership, and Continuous Improvement of equipment.

• Provided support to Charlotte Maintenance Team and oversaw equipment management including preventive measures.

• Actively worked with Manufacturer of QEM Equipment building relationships to improve performance of equipment.

• Managed monthly budget of R&M and supported other WestRock Plants as needed working together on the platform.

• Collaborated with team members on training and development for safety, operations, and production sequences.

• Oversaw yearly equipment health checks working with OEM Venders of equipment with detail-oriented repair plans.

• Planned operations, maximized equipment up-time, kept materials available, and responded to production problems.

• Pursued and implemented remedies to any plant equipment problems, made suggestions, and improved quality results. Plant Manager 01/2015 to 12/2017

Westrock – MPS Inc./Cenveo

• Supported WestRock in transition from Cenveo while being for daily scheduling, quality, and production of 175 staff.

• Worked with new management leaders focused on Sales and Customer Service of daily workloads and planning.

• Developed metrics, dashboards, and loss analysis to measure effectiveness and trends of key operational drivers.

• Identified opportunities for continuous improvement, made recommendations, and established best practices.

• Managed all areas of manufacturing, safety, inventory control, and process implementation as well as planning.

• Directed operations for all major departments including production, machinery, and processing for a 180K sq. ft. plant.

• Worked with senior management on long-term initiatives and directed departments to meet production objective.

• Held the ultimate management authority pertaining to the resolution of labor relations issues, deficiencies, or grievances. Plant Manager 01/2010 to 12/2015

Cenveo

• Supported production teams while reporting to General Manager and corporate leadership on productivity/performance.

• Oversaw daily activities for production, quality, scheduling, maintenance, pressroom, die cutting and finishing.

• Directly and indirectly managed a team of 175 employees and managers while coordinating daily business activities.

• Reported on production OEE, quality metrics, job planning, equipment repairs, employee hiring, and reviews.

• Directed and coordinated plant activities to ensure that the company's printing orders were delivered on time/budget.

• Managed plant operations by assisting General Manager with production, packaging, maintenance, safety, and quality.

• Oversaw designing and setting up line production, inventory control, and work with customers or internal departments.

• Supervised and trained staff while evaluating staff performance in meeting objectives and increased productivity goals.

• Established and monitored overall plant performance for safety, quality, material utilization, and productivity standards. Previous Work History

Pressroom Manager – Cenveo – 2005 to 2010

Flexo Manager – Cenveo – 2001 to 2005)

Plant Supervisor – Cadmus – 1998 to 2001

Offsite Web Manager – Cadmus – 1997 to 1998

Press Operator, Sheet-fed Web – Led – Cadmus – 1994 to 1997 Press Operator – Washburn Graphics – 1986 to 1994

Spring Industries/M.Lowensteen – 1984 to 1986

Training, Licenses & Certifications

• CDC Career Development – 1984 to 1986

• Six Sigma White Belt

• Foundation of Leadership Training

• NAFA Standard Safety PPE Training

• Advanced Safety Leadership Training

• Miller Fall Prevention and Protection Training

• Cintas/OSHA Powered Industry Truck Training

• OSHA Environmental Awareness Training

• Total Trax Forklift safety Operation Training

• ISO 9001-2008 Training Managing Process

Education

Northwestern High School – High School Diploma – 1986

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