Quality Assurance Customer Service

BRIAN BATEASE **** Highland Dr. Freeport, IL *****

H: 617-***-****/ ********@*****.***

MANUFACTURING & OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT EXECUTIVE

Quality & Performance Improvement/Cost Control/Production Processes/Multi-Site Manufacturing Operations/Manufacturing Engineering Purchasing & Materials Management/P&L Management/Staff Development & Leadership/Inventory Control/On Time Delivery Performance

Top performing management executive with progressive background in multi-site manufacturing, assembly and distribution operations. Strengths encompass strategic and tactical business planning, P&L control, budgeting, contract manufacturing services management, and staff development/leadership. Introduced leading edge technologies, systems and processes that delivered multi-million dollar cost reductions and produced peak performing manufacturing facilities. Solid team building, negotiation, communication, leadership and problem solving skills. Proficient in MS Office, QuickBooks and MRP II systems. No restrictions on travel and/or relocation.

HIGHLIGHTS

Provided vision, strategy and guidance to improve productivity, cost efficiency and quality of manufacturing operations.

Formalized and implemented operation policies and procedures for all core manufacturing operations.

Created and implemented budgeting, general accounting, project accounting, and financial reporting systems.

Recruited, trained and managed highly creative and productive management, engineering and administrative staff.

Developed and leveraged long term partnerships and strategic alliances with various suppliers.

Planned, coordinated and directed manufacturing engineering services through all project phases, from concept through design, fabrication, QA and startup.

Monitored and ensured quality standards and project conformance with engineering plans and specifications.

Conducted meetings with contractors and engineering teams regarding project issues to ensure fulfillment of goals.

Effectively communicated changes in existing systems, products and services with the marketing and sales personnel, to position the business for competitive advantage.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

LIGHTSPACE CORPORATION., Boston, MA / Freeport, IL 2006 to present

Chief Operations Officer

Responsible for providing strategic leadership through the establishment of long-range goals, strategies, plans and polices. Develop and execute both short-term and long-term asset/resource strategies and plans to meet business goals, optimize manufacturing utilization and ensure operational excellence.

Oversee company operations to ensure production efficiency, quality, service and cost effective management of resources.

Develop and implement strategic operating plans and budgets for all departments that reflect long term objectives and priorities as identified.

Responsible for leading an effective and cohesive management team with effective succession planning.

Plan, develop and approve specific operational policies, programs, procedures and methods in concert with general policies.

Coordinate the operating and capital budgets according to the budget calendar, monitor monthly and other financial statements, and take effective corrective action as required.

Accountable for all international distribution activities to include sales strategies and technical training of distribution partners.

Ensures the company complies with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements and as appropriate best practices.

BRIAN BATEASE 2/3

TRUE TO FORM LIGHTING, INC., Braintree, MA 2004 to 2006

Chief Operations Officer

Responsible for providing strategic leadership through the establishment of long-range goals strategies, plans and policies. Develop and execute both short-term and long-term asset/resource strategies and plans to meet business goals, optimize manufacturing utilization and ensure operational excellence.

Establish credibility throughout the organization and with the Board of the Directors as an effective developer of solutions to business challenges.

Provide leadership and management to ensure that the mission and core values of the company are put into practice.

Responsible for driving the company to achieve and surpass sales, profitability, cash flow and business goals and objectives.

Spearhead the development, communication and implementation of effective growth strategies and processes

Foster a success oriented, accountable environment within the company

Represent the corporation with clients, investors and business partners

CITY THEATRICAL, INC., Bronx, NY 2003 to 2004

Head of Operations

Operations Manager of two manufacturing facilities with responsibility for all operational and strategic objectives. Directed logistics, P&L, purchasing, production, quality assurance, manufacturing engineering, sales, customer service and technical support.

Created profit for company by increasing efficiency and utilization of both exempt and non-exempt employees.

Implemented Lean Manufacturing principles and Kan Ban systems for sku’s

Increased inventory turns from 7 to 18 turns annually

Negotiated purchasing contracts for an annual cost reduction of $75,000.00

ACCESS ELECTRONICS, Gurnee, IL 2001 to 2003

General Manager

Held full strategic and operational responsibility for four manufacturing facilities located throughout the US and Mexico. Directed logistics, P&L, purchasing, production, quality assurance, manufacturing engineering, sales, customer service and technical support. Negotiated supplier contracts and provided directions to staff of 300.

Reduced inventory by $1 million and improved on time delivery performance through aggressive supplier inventory program negotiations

Implemented Kaizen principles, Lean Manufacturing principles and value streaming techniques

Achieved ISO 9000/QS 9000 re-certification

ELECTRONIC THEATRE CONTROLS INC., Middleton, WI 1997 to 2001

Vice President of Manufacturing

Director of Manufacturing

Controlled seven ISO 9002 certified manufacturing facilities supporting a total of $120 million in annual sales and $50+ million in annual materials, supplies and capital equipment. Developed and executed operational strategies to improve productivity, efficiency, and delivery of sophisticated electronics technology products. Guided manufacturing. Quality assurance, testing, material/production control services, purchasing, manufacturing engineering and industrial relations. Maintained full P&L control of Contract Manufacturing Services total $1 million in annual sales. Developed and administered a $15 million operational budget. Managed the activities of 350 employees. Served as member of the executive management merger and acquisition team.

Reduced standard product lead-time from 90 days to same day delivery, saving $1 million in annual PPV costs

Implemented powder paint processes, resulting in $1 million PPV per year

Executed on site/consigned inventory programs, which reduced inventory by $3 million and increased inventory turns from 3 turns to 12 turns annually

Implemented a gravity conveyor line at the mechanical assembly facility, which eliminated second shift staffing requirements and increased daily production from 300 fixtures to 500 fixtures

Administered training program for supervisors and developed a new hire orientation program for all production staff

Improved inventory accuracy rating by 99% through the implementation of a cycle counting procedure

Increased manufacturing capacity by four facilities

BRIAN BATEASE 3/3

FINLAY-CARGEN INTERNATIONAL, Beaver Dam, WI 1991 to 1997

Production/Inventory Control Manager

Managed production planning/scheduling, inventory and materials for all manufacturing operations including warehousing, fabrication and assembly. Coordinated the activities of 15 production control planners, inventory analysts and warehouse personnel.

Implemented MRP II system (BCPS) and cycle counting program, which increase inventory accuracy levels to 98%

AMP INC., Aquebogue, NY 1986 to 1991

Production Supervisor

Coordinated, scheduled and managed the activities of 100 staff involved in wet process production including plating, soldering and punch press. Accountable for the implementation of an MRP system and cycle counting program in addition to the implementation of TQC/TQM programs. Trained employees on SPC I/II operations

Increased daily production from 3500 pieces to 5000 pieces by utilizing Taguchi techniques, lean manufacturing and value streaming concepts

EDUCATION

United States Navy 1981 to 1986

University of Phoenix, Bachelor of Science, Global Business Management 2013

Additional Training

Taguchi, SPC I/II, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing Principles, Kaizen, Value Streaming, Executive Accounting

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

APICS, NAPM

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