Results Driven Dedicated Professional

Jerry W. Jones

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Winston-Salem, NC 27103

336-***-**** (c)

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Summary

Results driven and dedicated professional, with wide range of experience in planning and leading operations within warehouse and manufacturing environments. Quantitative track record of devising, evaluating and implementing continuous process improvements to minimize waste and reduce cost while maximizing quality and yield. Established effective quality control and safety programs, encouraging proactive participation across the production floor.

Professional Experience

FRAGRANT PASSAGE CANDLE COMPANY, Greensboro, NC

2009 - 2009

Production Manager

Manage all processes in the manufacturing/production areas including scheduling, receiving, packing, and shipping departments

Responsible for schedule and release of production orders into manufacturing on the IBS System

Plan, coordinate and direct transfer of product to completion from production through shipment to customers

Responsible for inventory accuracy

Drexel Heritage/HDM Furnishings, High Point, NC

2005 – 2008

Production Manager

Managed all processes in the cutting department to include automated Gerber 3500 machines, automated leather Taurus machine as well as hand cutting procedures. Managed 4 direct and 60+ indirect employees; Cross trained employees.

Responsible for receiving and inspection of all leather, fabric and trims including COM/COL.

Planned, coordinated and directed assignment and transfer of inventory to two other facilities and return of stock to assigned locations.

Implemented a cycle count process to improve inventory accuracy and track usage on the JD Edwards and SourceTech Systems.

Haworth Inc., High Point, NC

2004 – 2005

Production Manager

Oversaw all production in the cutting, sewing, upholstery, packing and shipping departments. Managed 36 employees.

Increased production from 50% to 100% in a three month time period.

Directly involved in the planning and scheduling of team members to ensure on time shipments and quality.

Lexington Home Brands, Lexington, NC

1998 – 2004

Inventory Control/Materials Manager

Planned, coordinated and directed quality control programs designed to ensure continuous production of products consistent with established standards. Managed 30 employees.

Supervised packing and shipping departments.

Studied shipping notices, bills of lading, invoices and orders to determine shipping priorities and work assignments required to meet shipping and receiving schedules.

Responsible for inventory accuracy and making adjustments on the Oracle system.

DarRan Furniture Industries, High Point, NC

1997 – 1998

Assistant Plant Manager

Promoted to Assistant Plant Manager after serving as Cabinet room supervisor for 6 weeks. Managed 50 + employees.

Supervised plant move and start up of machining department and personnel at a centralized location.

Improved productivity by cross training employees and eliminating waste.

Military

US Navy/Naval Reserves

1978 – 1985

SK3

As on active duty for 4 years; naval reserve for 3 years.

Received commendation letters from Fleet Admiral and Commanding Officer for performance.

Honorable discharge.

Education and Training

High School Diploma, Corning East High, Corning NY, 1978

Pipe; Arc welding; Blueprint reading for welders; Leadership Development; Toyota Operator for forklift safety; Forklift operators course, Davidson County Community College

Conflict Management; Team Building, Drexel Heritage Furnishings

Emergency Training Services, Standard first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation; Adult CPR and AED; Infant CPR; Bloodbourne Pathogens with recertification’s

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