Manufacturing, Production, Operations Manager

Eric Foskett

Columbiaville, MI *****

585-***-**** - *********@*****.***

Professional Summary

Manufacturing professional with extensive experience in plant operations and production management. Proven history of implementing process improvements that enhance operational efficiency and product quality. Reliable team collaborator with focus on achieving results and adapting to changing needs, bringing valuable organizational and leadership skills to role.

Work History

01/2024 to Current

Plant Manager

Advanced Decorative Systems – Millington, MI

Increased production efficiency by optimizing plant layout and implementing process improvements.

Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.

Managed workforce and projects to boost team productivity and operational output.

Directed and led employees and managers at all levels.

03/2022 to Current

Manufacturing Manager

Advanced Decorative Systems – Millington, MI

05/2016 to 03/2022

Sr. Operations Manager

Maximus Federal Services – Pittsford, NY

Built strong relationships with key stakeholders through consistent engagement, collaboration, and transparent communication practices.

Managed employee-related issues encompassing labor, turnover and diversity.

Increased team productivity, providing ongoing training, coaching, and performance feedback to staff members.

Oversaw workforce management planning, volume predictions and capacity planning.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams for seamless execution of large-scale initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.

02/2015 to 04/2016

Plant Manager

Richmond Foods – Rochester, NY

Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.

Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.

Boosted employee morale and productivity through effective leadership and motivational techniques.

Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.

Maintained quality of product with robust inspections and assessment team.

Implemented quality control measures to reduce defect rates and enhance product quality consistently.

Identified and resolved process and equipment issues to minimize production downtime.

05/2013 to 02/2015

Finishing Department Manager

Flower City Printing – Rochester, NY

Informed leadership of problems and situations that affected department performance and drove accountability by formulating solutions to resolve issues.

Coordinated production operations by calculating material and labor needs to maximize resources.

Collaborated with other department supervisors to identify bottlenecks within the supply chain, implementing corrective actions to improve production flow.

02/2012 to 06/2013

Production Manager

Calvary Automation – Webster, NY

Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.

Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.

Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.

03/2008 to 03/2012

Fabrication Supervisor

Qualitrol – Fairport, NY

Regularly reviewed workflow trends data helping identify areas requiring improvement which resulted in stronger overall performances within the fabrication department.

Recommended and initiated improvements to production processes to increase manufacturing efficiency.

Improved production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing principles and optimizing workflow processes.

Skills

Operations management

Waste reduction

Decision-making

Operating budgets

Lean manufacturing

Resource management

Performance monitoring

Organizational policies

Education

05/2004

Bachelor Of Science: Business Administration

SUNY, Brockport - Brockport, NY

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