Plant Management, Team Leadership, Supply Chain, Inventory Control, JI

CLINTON TOWNSHIP, US • **********@*****.*** • 734-***-****

TAMARIS LAWRENCE

Operations, Warehouse, and Materials Leader and Influencer

plant manager, manufacturing operations manager, production manager, operations leadership, plant operations, cross-functional leadership, process optimization, operational efficiency, business growth, strategic leadership, facility management, cost reduction, continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, six sigma, daily operations oversight, talent development, workforce management, KPI management, on-time delivery, manufacturing excellence, scheduling optimization, workflow optimization, succession planning, decision making, goal alignment, root cause analysis, performance improvement, strategic planning, risk mitigation, people & team management, union workforce management, labor relations, employee onboarding, training and development, staff supervision, team leadership, coaching and mentoring, organizational development, performance reviews, HR coordination, staffing strategy, conflict resolution, management training, interviewing and hiring, promotion & talent pipeline, succession planning, supervisory oversight, disciplinary action, safety training, employee engagement, process, compliance & safety, OSHA compliance, MIOSHA regulations, ISO certification, PPAP documentation, control plans, internal auditing, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, quality control, safety program management, environmental health & safety (EH&S), compliance audits, continuous monitoring, incident reduction, preventative maintenance, corrective action plans, workplace safety, safety metrics, safety procedures, risk assessment, technical & systems expertise, ERP systems, SAP, Oracle, PLEX, Microsoft office, EDI systems, just-in-time (JIT), Kanban, inventory management systems, data analytics, performance metrics, dashboard reporting, whiteboard scheduling, KPI dashboards, production tracking, BOM management, supply chain visibility, materials planning, production scheduling, shop floor control, supply chain & logistics, supply chain management, materials management, inventory turnover, logistics coordination, freight operations, inventory control, shipping & receiving, container management, warehouse operations, material handling, procurement, vendor management, forecasting, supply chain optimization, replenishment strategies, sourcing & purchasing, 3PL coordination, demand planning, railcar coordination, freight broker training, production & quality, high-speed manufacturing, production efficiency, manufacturing systems, machine uptime, throughput optimization, production planning, work-in-progress management, scrap reduction, downtime reduction, product launch, visual management, quality standards, defect tracking, engineering liaison, part dimensions review, first article inspection, quality document control, PDCA meetings, Gemba walks, Kaizen events, communication & stakeholder engagement, customer relations, client satisfaction, stakeholder communication, cross-department collaboration, meeting facilitation, executive reporting, problem escalation, negotiation, supplier communication, technical support, project reporting, business reviews, production status updates, external audits, customer visits, vendor visits, escalation protocol, program launch communication, conflict de-escalation, client issue resolution

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Accomplished and goal-driven Manufacturing Operations Manager with 10+ years of experience in materials management, global operations, and international assignments. Strong expertise in process optimization, strategic leadership, and team development. Proven ability to enhance corporate growth, streamline operations, and drive profitability. Adept at logistics management, inventory control, and supply chain efficiency. Passionate about mentoring teams, improving operational performance, and fostering collaboration.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

OPERATIONS MANAGERMar 2022 - Dec 2024

STELLANTIS/FCA (KCM Technical Contract)

• Managed 20+ supervisors and 412 full-time union employees, overseeing onboarding and training.

• Strategic role in optimization planning with insourcing kit cells result of a 2.7millon major cost reduction.

• Improved processes, reducing downtime by 90% through proactive planning.

• Ensured just-in-time (JIT) material delivery to assembly plants, minimizing downtime.

• Led a new facility launch in under three months, ensuring smooth operations.

• Coordinated railcar deliveries of critical materials across North America.

• Conducted daily and weekly strategic meetings to align goals and enhance efficiency.

• Maintained 92% rating on container management return.

PLANT MANAGERAug 2020 - Mar 2022

SPENCER BUTCHER ASSEMBLE RITE LTD

• Led a team of 34 managers and 240 union employees in plant operations.

• Managed customer relations, addressing concerns and ensuring satisfaction.

• Spearheaded process improvement projects, increasing efficiency and reducing costs.

• Conducted weekly PDCA/Materials/Debits meetings with customers to ensure compliance.

• Ensured compliance with OSHA, city, state, and federal regulations.

PLANT MANAGERJun 2018 - Aug 2020

KACE LOGISTICS - DETROIT

• Directed 34 salaried employees and 240 union employees in plant operations.

• Led training programs, process audits, and safety compliance initiatives.

• Championed lean manufacturing principles, driving process efficiency.

• Oversaw customer interactions and issue resolution for materials and logistics.

ASSISTANT PLANT MANAGERJan 2018 - Jun 2018

KACE LOGISTICS - DETROIT

• Served as the primary customer liaison, addressing material and delivery issues.

• Conducted weekly PDCA/Materials meetings to improve processes.

• Developed KPI tracking systems to enhance operational oversight.

MATERIALS MANAGERAug 2017 - Dec 2017

KACE LOGISTICS - DETROIT

• Led a team of 7 direct and 21 indirect reports in inventory management.

• Reduced inventory debits by 50%, improving material control.

• Implemented container management strategies, cutting excess returnable dunnage costs by 80%.

• Streamlined supply chain coordination and material flow through ERP systems.

PLANT MANAGERApr 2015 - Jul 2017

PRECISION GLOBAL SYSTEMS

• Report to Director of Operations.

• Full P&L of a 195K sf/$250MM for 3 sites of 460 non-union employees.

• Led a Tier 1 manufacturer and crisis manager of 3.8MM+ automotive, defense, and agricultural chassis, powertrain, and shipping parts and assemblies Led SSGBs to reduce production costs by $1.5MM annually.

• Standardized Drove the formulation, interpretation and communication of long-range strategic planning, budget, and resource allocation to optimize investment, and board-facing stakeholder equity.

MATERIAL PLANNING & LOGISTICS MANAGERSep 2014 - Apr 2015

PRECISION GLOBAL SYSTEMS

• Managed $250K department budget and a team of five.

• Increased inventory turnover by 50%, reducing excess stock.

• Standardized logistics and materials planning for new product launches.

• Served as SAP and ERP Systems SME to optimize planning and execution.

EDUCATION

BACHELOR'S DEGREE IN BUSINESS MANAGEMENTNov 2024

Charter University

Troy Continuing Education

Freight Broker/ Agent TrainingApril 2025

COURSES

NOTARY LOAN SIGNING AGENT

Notary Services

SKILLS

Plant Management, Team Leadership, Supply Chain, Inventory Control, JIT, Kanban, SAP, Oracle, PLEX, EDI, Microsoft Office, Process Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, OSHA, 3PL Management, Production Planning, ERP Systems.

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