Quality Control Inventory

Wayne Merrick

816-***-**** / *********@*****.*** / Kansas City, MO 64105

Willing to relocate for the right opportunity

Summary

Manager of People and Processes

I am an Ambitious, results-driven Manager with demonstrated success managing teams, and synthesizing data to achieve rigorous targets. Adept at overseeing operations and driving synergies to enhance team performance. Proven success in enhancing productivity, independent and streamlining processes to increase profits. Excels in dynamic, fast-paced environments that require keen attention to detail with unwavering professionalism. Director of Mobile Fleet, Warehousing, Purchasing, and Donor Services Community Blood Center – Kansas City, MO January 2019 to Present Responsible for the management, upkeep, repairs. scheduling, and downsizing of CBC’s mobile fleet for Blood Drives. Managed 50+ vehicles in 3 locations. Working with vendors and repair technicians to deliver an ethical, no-fault fleet. Strategized a $2mm budget for vehicle replacement and procurement of products needed to successfully perform mobile blood drives. Managed a team of 6 personnel in warehousing and 43 drivers in Fleet and Hospital Services. I am responsible for timekeeping in KRONOS, purchasing through Oracle, utilizing Fleet Maintenance Pro, Workday, Excel and Outlook to optimize operations. Experience with Enterprise Fleet Management program, Samsara, Geo Tabs, Samba, and WEX Gas Card program. Reconfigured CBC’s warehouse and processes for better optimization.

Supply Chain, Sequencing & Warehousing Manager

Harley Davidson - KC, MO September 2014 to December 2018 Coached 65 union employees on HD methodologies and operational targets. Utilized Lean. Kaizen, 5S, Frontline Committee Member to improve team engagement. Oversaw daily operational functions of 3 Departments, ensured effective management and achievement of daily distribution goals. Supervised shipment of 198 complete bike kits to Brazile and India. Interfaced cross- functionally to resolve complex issues. Monitored labor metrics and adjusted schedules to optimize efficiency. Tracked performance data for continuous improvement. Supervised delivery of materials and product sequencing to 3 production lines utilizing RFID, AS400 and SAP technology. Facilitated and ensured compliance with safety guidelines. Supervised shipping of parts and accessories to dealers and third-party domestic vendors.

Operations/Plant Manager

Marshall Spring Manufacturing - Kansas City, MO June 2006 to August 2014 Managed daily operations of facility. Hired and onboard staff. Supervised and evaluated 18 employees. Created and implemented proven strategies to reduce costs through innovative solutions. Facilitated high-impact training to develop staff, increase technical knowledge, and ensure understanding of job knowledge. Provided direction to Foreman and leads. Maintained facilities and submitted work orders for equipment repairs. Prepared and synthesized financial and production metrics to aid in executive decision-making. Managed inventory and ordered products for manufacturing and sub-assemblies. Interfaced with customers and designed customized solutions to ensure client satisfaction. Entered data into MRP, loaded machine work centers, and tracked employee schedules to ensure operational efficiency. Developed standard operational procedures and work standards, eliminating downtime and operational inefficiencies. Ensured safety policies were adhered to and executed safety program. Inspected products to ensure quality control including specifications, tolerances, design, and functionality of steel spring fabrication. Reviewed financial statements, identified trends, and closed outstanding invoices. Established protocols to monitor inventory, resulting in enhanced service to the company’s largest client. Procurement Manager

Profile Manufacturing - Kansas City, MO January 2001 to March 2006 Hold project coordination accountability enabling completion of large-scale projects. Engage in vendor acquisition. Manage and negotiate vendor contracts. Compile and analyze data, prepare reports, and maintain inventory. Extract Key Performance Indicator metrics to identify and resolve Cost of Quality internal and external efficiencies. Develop and implement productivity metrics to eliminate downtime.

Restaurant and Catering Manager

Center Stage - Branson, MO January 1994 to December 2000 Catering manager serving over 1000 meals daily in a buffet and dinner theater setting. 6 to 7 days per week

Furniture Manufacturing Supervisor

Surface Technologies – MO January 1981 to December 1993 Education: BA in Business Management Incomplete “On Hold” Baker University - Lees Summit, MO 2007 18 Credit hours Skills

Quality Assurance

ERP, MRP, Outlook, KRONOS, EXCEL ISO9001, 5S, SAP, GREAT PLAINS and Shipping Programs Staff Training

Warehouse management system

Inventory Management

Order fulfillment

Materials management and Supply chain management

Purchasing and Procurement

Customer service

Financial acumen

3PL

ISO9001

Process Improvement including Continuous Improvement Operations and Plant Management

Senior leadership

OSHA

Materials management

Analysis skills

Blueprint reading

Forklift training

Operating systems

Mentoring

Kanban

Data Analysis & Reporting.

Team Building

Root cause analysis

Transportation management systems

Industrial equipment

Communication skills

Lean

Data collection

LEAN Methodologies

Vendor Relations

Profit & loss

Quality control

Leadership

Procurement

Forecasting

Document Execution

Business management

Production planning

Organizational skills

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