Operations Manager Plant
Resume:
Matthew Bajor
North Branch, MN *****
**********@*****.***
Results-driven, skilled operations manager focused on achieving success and increased productivity through improvements in operations, quality, safety and administration. Dedicated leader with demonstrated ability to train, manage and motivate team members to achieve organization objectives. Looking to succeed within a growing company with substantial potential. Talented manager with expert team leadership, planning and organizational skills built during successful career. Smoothly equip employees to independently handle daily functions and meet customer needs. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach. Work Experience
Plant Manager
Viking Pallet LLC-Osseo, MN
March 2024 to September 2024
• Oversaw all aspects of manufacturing operations, including production planning, scheduling, and inventory management
• Led a team of 22 production workers in meeting daily production targets and quality standards
• Developed and implemented safety protocols that resulted in zero workplace accidents for six consecutive months
• Analyzed production data to identify bottlenecks and implement process improvements for increased productivity
• Reduced overall production costs by 10% through effective resource allocation and waste reduction initiatives
• Developed key performance indicators (KPIs) to track operational performance and drive continuous improvement efforts
• Developed and maintained strong relationships with key stakeholders including suppliers, customers, and regulatory agencies
• Implemented lean manufacturing principles to optimize efficiency and reduce waste throughout the plant
Operations Manager
J&L Wire Cloth-Saint Paul, MN
April 2023 to March 2024
· Developed and maintained strong and clear communication and rapport with plant personnel.
· Coached employees in developing and achieving individual performance goals.
· Optimized scheduling based on expertise of machine capacities and equipment knowledge.
· Improved efficiency and productivity by eliminating waste and production constraints.
· Reviewed production orders, schedules, delivery dates and inventory levels to determine product availability.
Production Manager
Pallet Service Corporation-Little Canada, MN
May 2014 to April 2023
· Developed and maintained strong and clear communication and rapport with plant personnel.
· Coached employees in developing and achieving individual performance goals.
· Optimized scheduling based on expertise of machine capacities and equipment knowledge.
· Improved efficiency and productivity by eliminating waste and production constraints.
· Reviewed production orders, schedules, delivery dates and inventory levels to determine product availability.
· Trained, developed and counseled employees to develop a high performing team.
· Enforced a culture of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement while providing operational leadership.
· Diligently maintained safety and quality standards.
· Identified staffing and capital needs, collected relevant data and wrote justifications for established needs.
· Supervised production schedules, production quality and on time delivery.
· Established and adjusted work procedures to meet production schedules.
· Maintained and enforced a safe and clean working environment at all times.
· Organized, prioritized and managed plan maintenance projects to keep facility safe, efficient and clean.
· Thirty-six employees that reported directly to me between three production shifts.
· Including five supervisors and three maintenance employees.
· Analyzed production data to determine ideal corrective actions including metrics such as throughput, yield and scrap.
· Collaborated with operational units such as QA, finance, HR and safety to meet production levels. Held Several Positions Including General Laborer and Supervisor Pallet Service
Corporation
January 2012 to May 2014
Education
BA in Business
Lake Superior College - Duluth, MN
Present
Skills
• Verbal and Written Communication
• Contract development and management
• Performance Tracking and Evaluations
• Plan Projects
• Issue and Conflict Resolution
• Timelines and Milestones
• Team Leadership
• Strategic Planning
• Procedural Streamlining
• Staff Management
• Job Assignments
• Customer Relationship Management
• Managing Terminations
• Key Performance Indications (KPI)
• Time Management
• Managing Operations and Efficiency
• Coaching and Mentoring
• Productivity Performance
• Schedule Preparation
• Business planning
• Scheduling and Coordination
• Project Management
• Lead Generation
• Budget Controls
• Managing Multiple Tasks
• Budgeting and Cost Control
• Employee Training
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