Kenneth A. Mickle
Alta Loma, Ca. *****
OBJECTIVE
Seeking a challenging opportunity in a fast-paced, growing industry that utilizes my communication skills with a company where energy is fostered, motivation is appreciated, and initiative is encouraged.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A versatile and skilled manager with outstanding interpersonal, communications, negotiation and people management skills.
SKILLS:
Computers:
• PC Word Processing, Microsoft Office Suite, Spreadsheets, E-mail
Mechanical:
• Forklift operations, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Electrical, Blueprints, Schematics, Precision Measuring Instruments
Other:
• Excellent interpersonal skills, effective communicator, leadership and management, problem solver, team management, analytical, vision and strategy, Lean manufacturing, ISO, CE
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Southwest Mobile Storage February 2008 – May2009
Branch Manager
• Responsible for supervising the daily activities of all personnel in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws
• Ensuring adherence to all federal, state, and local EEO laws, as well as actively supporting the company’s affirmative action goals.
• Re-established a DOT compliant fleet by incorporating a rigid maintenance and repair program for all trucks, trailers, forklifts and equipment, which improved fleet reliability to a 95% up-time status
• Developed and implemented training policies and program for all salespeople, drivers, operators, fabricators and supervisors
• Maintained a consistent sales volume while other branches were seeing losses of up to 30%
Airgas INC March 2005 – February 2008
Plant Manager
• Responsible for supervising the daily activities of all personnel in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
• Ensuring adherence to all federal, state, and local EEO laws, as well as actively supporting the company’s affirmative action goals.
• Management responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees, as well as planning, assigning and directing all daily work within the facility.
• Monitored budget requirements related to operating expense and capital expenditures.
• Set the production objectives and monitor the manufacturing process to achieve maximum efficiency and production.
• Manage and drive all sales, marketing, production, customer service and transportation functions and personnel.
Coldjet-Alpheus LLC February 1991 – January 2005
Operations Manager
• Responsible for all incoming parts, inspection procedures and documentation.
• Implemented all test procedures and supervised procedures to ensure quality production.
• Worked directly with engineers and updated sketches to strict quality control standards.
• Utilized precision measurement equipment for inspections.
• Implemented TQM, Lean Manufacturing, ISO and CE into organization.
• Managed large team of staff with all operational activities
EDUCATION:
• California Community Colleges – Business administration and Management
• United States Air Force – ICBM Missile Maintenance Technician
References available upon Request