Plant Manager Manufacturing Operations

To whom it may concern

I am sending this letter of introduction and am inquiring about management positions you may have available.

Attached is my resume.

As you can see, I spent a majority my career with the Philadelphia Macaroni Company as the plant manager of the Minot Milling Company under the direction of Jim Streetar and Tim Dodd

I was brought in as the Head Miller 6 months prior to the commissioning of the mill.

Being a green field project, I was involved with developing the policy, procedures and programs for the company. I also oversaw the introduction of organic certification along with the development of whole wheat and whole grain products.

I was promoted to plant manager in 2021

I oversaw the e><pansion of the plant with the addition of two Spring Wheat mills, 425,000 bu. grain storage and a debraning system added to the Durum wheat mill.

Any consideration for a position would be greatly appreciated

Kevin Schulz ********@****.*** 701-***-****

9 2685 Graystone Drive,

Southaven MS 38671

a 101.soo.2664 ********@****.***

CORE COMPETENCIES PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Plant Management Staff Development

Manufacturing Operations Quality Controls Preventive Maintenance

Self-Confident Professional Financial Data

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Versatile, goal-oriented Plant Manager with over 2 decades of exceptional expertise In manufacturing operations and production management. Adept at plant mana1ement principles and procedures, process improvement, team leadership, and equipment maintenance. A proven work ethic that adapts to a dynamic working environment, creates positive relationships, delivers productive results, and meets time-sensitive deadlines. Highly eager to Invest seasoned proficiencies in organizations seeking impactful transformations..

WORK EXPERIENCE

Plant Manager

Project Management

Mid-South Milling I Memphis, TN

Dec 2022 - March 2025

Machine Operation Inventory Control Strong Leadership Skills Inter-Personal Skills Communication Skills Time Management

Well Organized

• Enhance plant operations by optimizing scheduling and predictive maintenance.

•Lead plant improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and drive cost reductions.

•Oversee renovation by optimizing layout and enhancing storage capacity.

•Manage the installation of a compressed air system to reduce energy consumption.

•Regularly evaluate and recommend equipment upgrades and maintenance to improve production efficiency and enhance product quality.

Assistant Plant Manager

Multi-Tasking

Philadelphia Macaroni Company I Grand Forks, ND

Oct 2021 - Dec 2022

Meeting Deadlines

Working Independently

Cross-Functional Collaboration

TECHNICAL SKILLS

MS Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

AFFILIATION

International Association Of Operative Millers (IAOM) 1994 - Present

• Streamlined daily plant operations by strategicalIV optimizing resource allocation.

•Improved plant safety and regulatory compliance by enforcing all company policies.

•Analyzed key performance indicators to effectively identify areas for improvement.

KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

•Supervised 190 employees and 6 direct reports to foster a high-performing team.

•Produced +600,000 units from 7 pasta presses by maintaining high-quality standards.

•Managed 4 Mac and Cheese packaging lines to deliver 1.1S million units daily.

Project Manager

ASI Industrial I Billings, MT May 2021- Sept 2021

•Coordinated the installation offtour milling equipment to ensure smooth integration.

•Enforced company policies to ensure adherence to all food safety regulations.

•Provided time program reports to guide the project team and company leaders.

•Consistently led and facilitated productive internal program meetings and strategic planning to track progress and address challenges.

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CHARITY CONTINUED

Nonprofit Cancer Assistance Organizations

TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION

PCQI Certified

FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Foods 2020

Critical Conversation Training

2020

Situational Leadership Workshop

2020

WHO Interview Tralnln11

W19

ICP/IAOM Resident MIRlng Modules 2

Kansas State University 2009

IGP/IAOM Resident MUiing Module 6 International Association of Operative Millers (IAOM) 2009

Science of Baking Ingredient Technology Moclule2

American Baking Association 2006

Advanced Milling

International Association of Operative Millers (IAOM) 1996

IAOM Correspondence

International Association of Operative Millers {IAOM ) 1991

KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

•Managed a 28-person team to ensure policy compliance and accurate tool inventory.

Mill & Elevator Manager

Morrison Milling Company I Denton, TX Mar 2019 - May 2020

•Enhanced plant safety andsanitatlOn by lmplementins rigorous safety protocols.

•Optimized production sc:hedules by streamliniell startup and shutdown procedures.

•Improved team performance by fostering a productive work environment.

•Collaborated with other departments to coordinate overall plant operations.

•Developed a highly skill@d workforce to d@liv@r exc@ptional service and quality.

•Finished projects on time andbudget by showcasing strongproject management skiUs.

KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

•Ac:hieved production goalsby managing grain, blending, and milling teams of 13 staff.

•Successfully managed the manufacturing and product operations for a 4600 CWT wheat mill and 3000 CWT corn mill to accomplish business goals.

EARLIER WORK EXPERIENCE

Plant Manager

Minot MIiiing I Minot, ND June 1998 - April 2019

•Led a hi&h-performingmilling department to regularly exceed production targets.

•Enforced robust QA, food safety, and OSHA standards to ensure compliance.

•Increased milling volume by enabling improvement! such as GBS roll stand upgrades.

•Eliminated hazardous entry into bins by implementing installations of a bin whip.

•Coordinated efforts with other plants to optimize resource allocation.

•Collaborated with HR to develop effective staffing strategies and secure top talent.

•Enhanced production by adding a second cooler to enable simultaneous production.

•LeVeraged AGR\.S software and SmartBOb system to improve efficiency andreduce costs.

KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

•Promoted to Plant Manager in 2001by leading the milling operation with expertise.

•Established the largest processor of organic durum in the US from 2014 to 2016.

•Fostered a high-quality workforce by leading and training over 42 staff.

• Managed a $7.2MM budget by cultivating key clients like Nestle and Campbell's.

•Increased profitability by 10% by overseeing 3 mills and a 10,000 CWT durum mill.

•Reduced screening expenses by 7% by leveraging the installation of color

sorters.

•Drove significant revenue growth by increasing production by 20% in 2017.

•Effectively boosted overall productivity by overseeing the construction and

commissioning of two 136-MT flour mills and a 425,000-bushel s12r,s'liiit=B1Y·

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