Supply Chain Plant Manager

DARON SHELLEHAMER

Richland, PA ***** 717-***-**** ************@*******.***

Professional Summary

Performance-focused Plant Manager with a strong background in production supervision, warehouse operations, and maintenance management. Adept at optimizing manufacturing processes, inventory control, and equipment reliability to maximize efficiency and reduce costs. Skilled in leading teams, streamlining workflows, and implementing lean methodologies such as Six Sigma, Kaizen, and 5S to drive continuous improvement. Proven ability to enhance operational performance, ensure OSHA compliance, and manage supply chain logistics in dynamic production environments.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing & Six Sigma

Production Planning & Scheduling

Quality Control & Assurance (ISO 9001)

Supply Chain & Logistics Optimization

OSHA & Safety Compliance

Inventory Control & Cycle Counting

Warehouse Layout Optimization

ERP & WMS Software (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)

Preventive & Predictive Maintenance (CMMS)

Equipment Troubleshooting & Repair

Facility Management & Upkeep

Team Training & Workforce Development

KPI & Performance Metrics Management

Cost Reduction & Budget Management

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Professional Experience

Plant Manager 09/2022 – 01/2025

Easypak LLC, Reading, PA

Optimized plant operations, increasing production efficiency by 30% through Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process automation strategies.

Led a team of 250+ employees, enhancing productivity by 25% through workforce development, safety training, and performance management.

Implemented cost-reduction initiatives, cutting operational expenses by $1M annually without compromising quality or regulatory compliance.

Maintained 100% OSHA and EPA compliance, achieving 2 consecutive years of incident-free operations and reducing workplace injuries by 40%.

Reduced downtime by 35% through predictive maintenance programs and optimized supply chain logistics, ensuring seamless production flow.

Warehouse Manager 11/2021 – 01/2025

Easypak LLC, Reading, PA

Managed 50,000+ sq. ft. warehouse operations, optimizing inventory control, order fulfillment, and logistics, leading to a 30% increase in efficiency.

Implemented a Warehouse Management System (WMS), reducing stock discrepancies by 35% and improving inventory accuracy to 99.8%.

Led and trained a 25-member team, ensuring 100% compliance with OSHA, FDA, and ISO safety regulations, reducing workplace incidents by 40%.

Streamlined shipping and receiving processes, increasing on-time deliveries by 28% and reducing lead times by 25% through improved logistics coordination.

Plant Manager 08/2017 - 10/2021

Weaber Inc, Lebanon, PA

Championed the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies, including IoT and smart manufacturing.

Led digital transformation initiatives, integrating predictive maintenance strategies to reduce downtime.

Introduced automated production systems, improving throughput by 20%.

Deployed energy management systems, cutting utility costs by 15% through efficiency programs.

Ensured seamless cross-functional collaboration, aligning production, supply chain, and quality control teams.

Production Supervisor 09/2008 - 09/2017

Weaber Inc, Lebanon, PA

Supervised daily manufacturing operations, ensuring production schedules, quality standards, and safety protocols were met to optimize efficiency and reduce downtime by 20%.

Led and trained a team of 50+ production staff, implementing performance improvement initiatives that increased output and reduced error rates by 15%.

Conducted root cause analysis and implemented corrective actions, reducing machine breakdowns and improving overall equipment efficiency (OEE) by 30%.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including engineering and quality control, to enhance production processes and meet regulatory compliance standards.

Warehouse & Maintenance Manager 04/2007 - 09/2008

Solar Innovations, Pine Grove, PA

Spearheaded warehouse operations, optimizing inventory control, logistics, and distribution to improve efficiency by 30%.

Implemented preventive maintenance programs, reducing equipment downtime by 25% and enhancing operational productivity.

Streamlined supply chain processes, cutting costs by 20% through vendor negotiations and inventory accuracy improvements.

Education

High School Diploma

Lebanon Senior High School

Certifications

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (In Progress) OSHA 30-Hour Certification

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