JOHN SIEBNER

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Mount Albert, Ontario • LOG 1MO Cellphone 416-***-****

Email: aytau9@r.postjobfree.com

To Whom It May Concern,

Please consider my attached resume for the Tooling Manager position. I have been in the manufacturing industry for over 20 years, directly involved with injection molding, injection mold manufacturing, metal stamping dies, cnc machining and plant automation. I have international experience dealing with OEM`s and Tier One suppliers’ solving technical/manufacturing issues and closing sales deals. My management skills are second to none. I am willing to travel or relocate when or where required. My resume will also show that I am fluent in German and I have basic knowledge in Spanish.

As you will note on the accompanying resume, the scope of my expertise covers a wide area of responsibilities. I am an ambitious leader and motivator. I have been consistently recognized for team-building, technical problem-solving, and I have a high degree of knowledge in the manufacturing field.

Listed below are some of the contributions I have delivered in my career to date:

• Greenfield Startup: Responsible for startup of two manufacturing companies

• Business Wind Down Experience: Closure and asset extraction/transfer of several

manufacturing facilities (Plastech facilities for Decoma (division of Magna International)

• Business Growth: Tapped into the ripe-with-potential Mexican and South American export markets that now represent 40% of extra business

• Cost Savings: Cut rental and operating costs 50% through a calculated geographic move that has since benefited from more exposure and higher traffic

• Continuous Process Improvements: Boosted productivity rates at least 30% by implementing new machining techniques and technologies in accordance with Just-In-Time delivery compliance

• P&L Accountability: 16 plus years as a business owner with full P&L accountability

At your convenience, I would like to meet with you and explore the possibility of applying my experience and knowledge that may prove me the successful candidate for the management position at your organization.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Yours very truly,

John Siebner

JOHN SIEBNER

5724 Mount Albert Road

Mount Albert, Ontario • LOG 1MO Cellphone 416-***-****

Email: aytau9@r.postjobfree.com

P R O F I L E

Entrepreneurially-driven operations management specialist – wishing to qualify for MANAGEMENT opportunities. More than 20 years of top-flight experience in manufacturing sector with technical/mechanical background; successful in creating vision, identifying opportunities,create marketing and sales initiatives to produce & deliver sales, building organizations, and delivering strong revenues and profits – despite intense market competition. Highly regarded as a creative and technical problem-solver who assesses operational needs and innovates strategies that increase productivity, enhance customer satisfaction, and improves cost-effectiveness. Expert in state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies and processes.

Computer knowledge includes MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), CAD Key and Solid Works. Fluent in GERMAN and basic knowledge of SPANISH. A respected team leader who sets clear goals, recruits top candidates for specific positions, and fosters cohesiveness in attaining results.

A R E A S O F E X P E R T I S E

• Greenfield Startup/Business Wind Down

• P&L Accountability

• Manufacturing & Production Planning

• Productivity, Efficiency, & Performance Improvements

• Quality Assurance / Control , TQM &TPS

• Component/Part/Assembly/Automation Design

• Technical Problem-Solving & Critical Decision-Making • Team-Building & Leadership

• Business Development & Expansion Strategies

• Sales,Marketing &Trade Shows Domestic & International

• Staff Hiring, Scheduling, Training, & Development

• Product Quotations & Purchasing Approvals

• Low Employee Turnover

• SMED/Lean Manufacturing

R E L E V A N T E X P E R I E N C E

• Myers Industries Lawn and Garden Division-Mold Manager responsible for 35 injection machines including process/set up,10 thermo form machines process/set up and 10k sq/ft tool room with full mold manufacturing capabilities, repair and preventative maintenance for 24/7 operation manufacturing horticultural products.

• Magna International Operations/Management-Recruited by Magna International as an Operations and Management Specialist.

• Was part of a three member team which orchestrated OEM Tier 1 Supplier Plastech takeover of exterior side of business. This consisted of the closure of four manufacturing facilities, transfer of $300 million in business to Decoma divisions, transfer and extraction of $25 million in assets.

• Parachuted into Decoma Injection Molding facility of 300 employees as operations manager. Facility

required turnaround process which consisted of employee evaluation, process/automation improvements, lean initiatives, plant floor visual appearance, revamp the repair/ maintenance and program management procedures and policies.

President/Sales & Engineering Manager • Riebner Tool & Mould Ltd., Toronto 1992 – April 1 2008

Founded this organization in an already-established market to focus on high levels of quality and service in the Injection Mold Tool-Building Industry. Lead, motivate, and energize 30 plus direct reports consisting of designers, programmers, tool-makers, and CNC programmers.

Significant Contributions:

• Regularly delivered annual sales increases of up to 50% - even in the face of intense competition

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R E L E V A N T E X P E R I E N C E ( c o n t ‘ d )

• Riebner Tool & Mould Ltd. – Significant Contributions (cont’d):

Catapulted account base from 0 to 20, 10 of which are key accounts representing 80% of business

• Tapped into the ripe-with-potential Mexican and South American export markets that now represent 40% of extra business

• Cut rental and operating costs 50% through a calculated geographic move that has since benefited

from more exposure and higher traffic

• Boosted productivity rates at least 30% by implementing new machining techniques and technologies in accordance with Just-In-Time delivery compliance

• Part of a cross-functional team that launched quality policies to ensure that finished products meet rigid standards

• In response to elevated business activity, proposed and oversaw Company expansion that grew facilities from 2,000 sq.ft. to 10,000 sq.ft. Met this ambitious project within prescribed deadlines

• Chosen by Durham College Tool and Die / Mould-Making professor to facilitate a talk to their students on the merits of considering tool and die / mould-making as a viable career option

• Won a Global Trader’s Award in 2005 for demonstrated initiative in penetrating the Mexican tool and die / mould-making market

• Other Executive Experience- Joel Mould Ltd.1987-1992 Toronto as a Partner (50% basis) for a local plastic injection mould-maker; emphasizing the importance of the sales and engineering functions in order to steadily grow business. Adept at building positive relationships and communicating effectively with both clients and colleagues; easily translate across technical and non-technical arenas to ensure client understanding and satisfaction.

E D U C A T I O N

Apprenticeship – Technical Tool & Die Maker • Technical School of Goppingen (Germany)

Manufacturing Engineering Technician • Technical School of Goppingen (Germany)

Certified Plastic Injection Mold Maker • Durham College, Ontario Canada

Diploma in Mechanical Tool & Design • Ryerson University, Toronto

P R O F E S S I O N A L M E M B E R S H I P S

Canadian Association of Mould Makers, Windsor 1999 – April 1 2008

Canadian Plastics Institute Association, Toronto 1998 – April 1 2008

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