Plant Manager Manufacturing

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Highly analytical, hands-on change manager with an engineering and defense background. Providing strategic leadership through task management within multi-disciplinary teams. Experienced in implementing applications including quality assurance and MRP / ERP systems. History of process improvements and effective customer interactions. Versatile team player who interacts well with diverse individuals at all levels.

Process design and implementor change to floors improve the efficiency and success of teams across multiple positions.

Facilitated a direct response line to include suppliers, first tier customers and government in specification development.

Identified and implemented policies changes in production manufacturing, which increased units to the military by 800%.

Over 25 years of experience improving manufacturing processes, implementing continual improvements, and reducing cost.

Received Energy Star by saving the company $10 million dollars in one year.

Received the Gold Achievement Award by bringing products to customers one year sooner than expected.

Improved productivity to increase efficiency to 97% in fewer than three years.

Was able to get the COE deliveries 100% on-time and keep up with internal customer workload.

Skills Summary

oKaizen leader, yellow belt root cause, problem solving, analytical, timelines,

oFinancial Management, cost savings initiatives.

oMRP/ERP; JDE, SAP,

IPC etc.

oEHS & OSHA

o Leadership to diverse teams across a variety of disciplines.

oTraining Implementation, Hiring, Training, Development.

oPurchasing

oAPICS CPIM (Basics of Supply Chain management)

o Contract Negotiation

oQFD, CTQ, FMEA & MTBF).

oESD programs and VISTA

oProgram / Project Management.

oMachining, CNC, Robotics, PCB.

Experience

Senior Buyer/Planner May 2022– March 2023

LSI Solutions, Victor NY

Fast paced purchasing environment for a surgical equipment manufacturer. Control of supplier accounts; sourcing, purchasing, monitoring, and contract negotiation. Working on Programs to improve processes, procedures, and supply chain's efficacy.

Manage supplier relationship from product development to production run of product lines.

Facilitate suppliers facing meetings with cross functional internal and external teams to resolve non conformances, delivery issues, or engineering changes. action forms and coordinate meetings with vendors and our team to work on improvement plans.

Monitor inventory and safety stock levels of items across 180 Suppliers.

Plan inventory for the future and monitor re-order points and safety stock levels.

Expanding supplier base; dual or multi-source for high-risk items.

Coordinate services, calibration, repair, sterilization in accordance with regulatory standards.

Update supplier quality agreements, terms and conditions, and supplier agreements.

Sales Engineer Manager August 2018 – May 2022

E.T. Precision Optics / WECO, Rochester NY

Interfaced daily with government officials, customers, and vendors. Research and development to keep our documentation in compliance with ITAR, ISO, NDA, and general surveys. Work side by side with customers to resolve manufacturing issues and improve our internal capabilities for deliverables.

Met current customers’ needs daily, customer point of contact & problem solving through leadership and program management.

Established plan to move forward on a new location that included change management skills through management of business process reengineering.

Identified key stakeholders, conducted, and designed training for all employees in accordance with Open NY Manufacturing, Governor requirement.

Negotiation contracts and deliverables with customers. This includes surveys, NDA, ITAR & ISO.

Acquired RFQ’s from government systems and processed quotes into the company intranet system.

Research ITAR, Dibbs, Cage, Prop and prepare all documentation needed to maintain compliance.

Qualify outside vendors in accordance with our quality management system. Provided certifications and assisted with audit activities.

Troubleshoot customers manufacturing issues utilizing technical leadership. Delegated tasks aligned with change management activities.

Work with floor to improve manufacturability through risk and opportunity analysis. Conducted training as necessary to support the analysis.

Operation Leader June 2017- August 2018

Advanced Atomization Technology

Provided leadership through operational center of excellence and creative solutions, meeting and exceeding KPIs. Worked closely with group leaders to keep their metrics up to date. Acted as a liaison between upper management and department heads. Hands on management technical utilizing PMP skills; testing for auto machine cells; grinding, CNC, EDM, lathe, and mill.

Evaluated performance results in each work cell, including managing the values stream center of excellence which impacted daily productivity and job performance across cross-functional teams.

Provided technical support to ensure the automation of machine cells, grinding, CNC bending EDM, lathe, robotics CNC, mill working and testing.

Handle day-to-day issues; keep internal and external customers on schedule. This includes.

Work on Programs and keep team metric up to date, utilizing PMP skills.

Train group leaders to make decisions in their areas. Conducted coaching and consulting to individuals to help implement change in those areas.

Safety prevention by identifying and recording all issues while implementing changes.

Plant Manager October 2016- June 2017

Exxelia magnetics USA, Piffard NY

Provided excellent communication to CEO weekly regarding the status of the plant. Communicated to key stake holders through various communication media. Managed production, financials, S&OP, planning, PM’s, supply chain, and all aspects of the business. Implemented lean processes in manufacturing and lead teams to help solidify the procedures I designed and improved.

Manage all aspects of the company, production, budgets, Financials, scheduling, labor, suppliers, PMs, and buildings. Implemented CER (Capital Expenditure Request).

Influenced improvements in manufacturing, using technology, lean methods in manufacturing, and staffing after thorough change analysis.

Established and maintained a system for product development from concept to delivery.

Performed root cause analysis, established corrective action plans.

Establish policies for the change of business, and teamwork flows for continual improvement.

Designed training and orientation programs for department heads to implement to their teams, boosting morale and efficiency.

Improved OTD from 23% to 60% in 5 months.

Facilitates OSHA documentation, audits, improving equipment and training.

General Manager September 2013 – August 2016

Turnbull Restoration & Manufacturing Bloomfield, NY

Manage all aspects of the company, production, established budgets, financials, scheduling, labor, suppliers, PMs, and buildings. Provided leadership through change management. Boosted morale and built strong teams and leaders throughout the company. Implemented lean methods in manufacturing. Established new procedures, designed guiltiness to exceed expectations.

Provide guidance with supply chain, purchase new and restored parts, restore, pricing and sale collectable guns.

Work with suppliers to obtain new parts to manufacturer 1911’s.

Established and maintained a system for product development from concept to delivery. Used various systems to integrate technology to meet KPIs and customer satisfaction.

Performed root-cause analysis, established corrective action plans, and influenced change.

Work closely with marketing, sales, and associates for representation at trade shows.

Establish policy for the change of business through overseeing daily activities and identifying teamwork flows for continual improvement.

Designed orientation programs to include an outline for training in accordance with EHS safety for the plant. Includes OSHA documentation, audit plans, and continuous improvement.

Ensure ATF compliance, maintain logs and use on-line system for NICS checks.

Manufacturing Manager May 2011- September 2013

Surmotech Inc. Victor, NY

Member of the senior management team. Overseeing of daily operations and leading improvements through capacity studies and providing training. Designed quality improvement plans and implemented training to fast track teams for high performance. Lead all improvements in manufacturing, SMT, PCB assembly and box build areas.

Manage ESD controls while putting a training plan together for the factory.

Manage all aspects of production, Budgets, supply chain, scheduling, and indirect labor in manufacturing.

Performed root cause analysis, established corrective action plans, and made them happen. Actively participate with quality in corrective actions required by customers.

Work with sales and product managers to produce a schedule that meets customer’s deliverables.

Efficiently deliver products on time, every time in the high 90% OTD.

Established policies guidelines for supplier sourcing. Utilized intranet for communications within company.

FSI Systems Inc. (5847 County Road #41 Farmington, NY)

Manufacturing Manager January 2011 – May/2011

Manage all aspects of production and scheduling, PMs in manufacturing.

Lead all improvements in manufacturing, SMT, PCB & harness assembly, shipping and receiving areas.

Actively participate with quality corrective actions required by customers.

Oversee shipping and receiving while participating with purchasing to meet material and inventory requirements.

Work with sales to make a schedule that meets customer’s deliverables.

Make sales calls, both to cold and current customers. Collaborate with QA to make the changes needed to reduce waste.

Government Products Manager / National Sales Manager September 2006 – January 2011

ET Precision Optic’s, Rochester NY

Liaison between internal and external customers with a focus on government accounts. Worked closely with government officials and vendors to support design, development, reengineering, and delivery of items purchased. Ensured alignment of Program technical communications across multiple departments. Plan Program phases and ensure targets are met, including cost.

Interfaced daily with customers, government officials and vendors.

Managed several TWS night vision product line Programs. Directed supply chain to meet Program dates and budgets.

Negotiation of contracts and deliverables with customers.

Rick and opportunity assessments for suppliers to qualify them for government contracts.

Performed root cause analysis, established corrective action policies, and influenced change. Qualifies suppliers, purchased goods from and established sourcing guidelines.

Delivered OCM status reports. Ability to act as a daily point of contact of OCM for the client.

Operations Supervisor Manager, Strategic Products September 2005-September 2006

Harris Communications (Rochester, NY)

Managed daily operations, overseeing 80 employees across three different departments. Supervised the manufacturing of several hundred different circuit boards (SMT) for RF products, power supplies, and conformal coat area. Worked with supply chain to ensure customer satisfaction by improving and maintaining a 97% OTD with a 98% quality rating.

Oversight and management of daily operations, MRP, SAP and payroll.

Performed root cause analysis, established corrective action plans utilizing PMP skills to ensure success.

Work with buyers and planners to ensure customer satisfaction in product delivery and quality rating.

Evaluate performance results of work cells and personnel. Recommend changes to implement growth.

Nukote International January 2004- September 2005

General manager (Short term assignment)

Worldwide Energy Engineer December 1982-January 2004

Eastman Kodak (Rochester, NY)

Managed and supervised technical efficiency efforts in energy reductions including audits, facilities, billing, and metering programs. Received Energy Star by saving the company $10 million dollars in one year. Lead member of the Health, Fire and Safety Team. Managed / Liaison to Safety group, EPA and Energy Star for partnerships and company strategies.

Established documentation and policies for PM’s and scheduled times around production in several different areas of Kodak, Facilitated the selling of energy credit. Lead water and sewer to get Title V certification.

Active lead member of the Health, Fire and Safety Team. Managed / Liaison to Safety group, EPA and Energy Star for partnerships and company strategies.

Independently established new quality testing procedures for manufacturing, machine installation, analog, digital, and film.

Senior chemical technician as a research and development. Performed root cause analysis, established corrective action plans, and made them happen.

Influenced all improvements in manufacturing and assembly areas that saved divisions and Kodak millions of dollars yearly.

Areas of improvements, paper, film, facilities, water and sewer, health and safety, assembly, testing, plastic & metal, and computers.

Community Service

Ontario County Town Justice -Elected Position Farmington, NY

January 1992-Present

Preside 450 cases a month; proceed over bench trials, jury trials, and facilitating judicial decisions.

Ontario and Yates County magistrate’s association, President.

New York State Magistrates Association Member.

Work collaboratively within governmental operations of municipalities, while serving several communities.

Manage budgets, bookkeeping and personnel, while running the court weekly.

Education

Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY

B.S Manufacturing Engineering Technology

Monroe Community College, Rochester, NY

A.S Quality Control Technology

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