Johnathan Adam Whitaker
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Motivated, competent, adaptable with 20 years in the manufacturing industry, experienced in budgeting and sales, vendor relationships, with solid critical thinking skills. Seeking a position in a challenging organization to apply the problem-solving and interpersonal skills to become an integral part of success in the company. Results oriented project manager delivering complex projects and driving customer satisfaction. Proven track record of handling multiple projects, fostering long term partnerships, and resolving issues to deliver seamless product delivery.
Skills
Project Management • Budget Planning • Negotiations • Process Optimization and Efficiency • Conflict management • Problem Solving Skills • Vendor Relations • Performance Monitoring
Education
DECEMBER 2013
Masters Business Administration University of Missouri St. Louis St. Louis, Missouri
Certifications
Project Management Professional Certification in Progress
Experience
1999 – PRESENT
Director of Operations C. Whitaker Marble Inc St. Louis, Missouri
1. Strategic Planning: Execute the operations strategy in alignment with the overall organizational goals and objectives. Identify opportunities to drive efficiency, productivity, and cost-effectiveness.
2. Operational Leadership: Provide strong leadership and guidance to the operations team, fostering a high-performance culture. Set performance goals, establish KPIs, and monitor progress.
3.Budgeting and Resource Allocation: Manage the operations budget, forecasting resource needs, and ensuring cost-effective utilization of resources.
4. Process Optimization: Continuously evaluate existing operational processes, identify bottlenecks, and implement improvements to enhance productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction.
5.Supply Chain Management: Oversee the supply chain process, including procurement, inventory management, and logistics. Collaborate with suppliers, vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of goods and services while minimizing costs.
6.Quality Assurance: Implement quality control measures to ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and customer expectations. Monitor quality metrics, conduct audits, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
7.Risk Management: Identify operational risks and develop strategies to mitigate them. Implement risk management practices to ensure uninterrupted operations.
8.Cross-functional Collaboration: Foster strong relationships and collaborate with other departments, such as finance, sales, marketing, and HR, to align operational activities with organizational goals.
9. Performance Analysis and Reporting: Monitor and analyze operational performance metrics, generate reports, and present findings to senior management.
10.Compliance and Regulatory Affairs: Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards. Stay updated on changing regulatory requirements and implement necessary measures to maintain compliance.
11.CAD programming: Over the last 15 years I have been programming, running, and maintaining a 5 axis CNC machine to create parts. This includes repairs, problem solving and ordering of parts needed to maintain a CNC.
References
Will provide upon request