Manufacturing/Production Manager

Janet L. GaineY

*** *** *** *  Surfside Beach, South Carolina 29575

843-***-****  **********@***.***

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE:

 Coordinate, prioritize, and implement multiple projects efficiently while meeting

demanding deadline schedules under daily pressure situations.

 A proven performance record in progressively responsible positions: skilled in both

service and product-related issues.

 Superb written and verbal communication skills; analytical with attention to detail.

 Ability to work independently or as a member of a team: knack for increasing motivation.

 Extensive experience in SPC, CPK, QOS tools (Trend, Pareto Analysis, 8-D, and DOT),

and TOPS (Team Oriented Problem Solving). AVX is a QS/ISO 9001 and

EHS/ISO14001 certified corporation, as well as a 5S Lean Manufacturing facility.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

AVX CORPORATION, Conway, SC (Manufacturing Manager) Oct 2008-current

 Advanced Products Manufacturing Manager with 3 production divisions operating 24/7

within the facility: Semi-Finish Capacitor Manufacturing, IPC Manufacturing, and

Discoidal Manufacturing. Product is produced for the medical implantable field, as well

as for commercial and military applications.

 Accountable for all financial activity in regards to meeting monthly budgetary goals

(evaluate and control both labor and material costs in conjunction with required output of

production lines).

 Responsible for direct communication with suppliers and customers on a daily basis.

 Active involvement in weekly conference calls with customer groups to facilitate smooth

transition for qualification of new products.

 Reduced Labor costs by 11% while maintaining stable output and quality.

 Guide lean manufacturing aspects by eliminating overproduction, keeping inventory low,

reducing idle time at work stations, and cross-training hourly employees.

 Lead 5S implementation across manufacturing in my areas.

 Implement use of effective corrective actions by reports (direct line supervisors) in order

to reduce waste, improve cycle time, and eliminate non-value added activities.

 Promote improved morale of both hourly workers and salaried employees by keeping

them actively involved in team-building activities.

 Manage Safety and Environmental programs across production operations.

AVX CORPORATION, Conway, SC (Senior Foreman) May 2000-2008

 Department Manager/Superintendent for Leaded Product Division containing 3 diverse

product lines (Molded Radial, Molded Axial, and Dipguard)- reporting directly to Plant

Manager.

 Daily troubleshooting of process and personnel issues to promote a more efficient

workflow.

 Direct and coordinate activities of (3) Supervisors and (48+) hourly employees in the

execution of manufacturing schedules to fulfill shipment of quality and on-time service.

 Guide Supervisors through creation of employee/supervisor teams to implement lean

manufacturing practices as a way to decrease cycle time and WIP.

 Reporting/expediting customer requests through communication with various

departments; forecast and verify actual output capability of product lines.

 Establish guidelines for process development and improvement in conjunction with

Engineers and Quality Control departments.

 Evaluate and control material and labor costs; develop departmental budgets using

historical data and cost reduction programs.

 Manage Safety and Environmental programs by concentrating on accident prevention.

 Ensure good labor relations through constant interaction with management co-workers,

Supervisors, Union personnel, and hourly employees.

AVX CORPORATION, Myrtle Beach, SC (Department Supervisor) Jan 1994-April 2000

Promoted from Shift Supervisor (96); Acting department manager in absence of superior.

 Production supervisor of high quality ceramic capacitors (65 employees across 3 shifts).

 Coordination of WIP throughout process: responsible for trouble-shooting issues and

facilitating the workflow of "high priority" items.

 Active in building departmental teams which focus on continuously improving processes.

 Perform daily and weekly meetings to promote an informed and motivated workforce, as

well as monthly presentations to upper-management personnel.

 Coordinate and implement departmental safety programs as dept SafetyManager.

 Provide input and suggestions to forecast levels of production, service, and profit.

 Monitor Union/Management relations.

HORRY-GEORGETOWN TECH. COLLEGE, Conway, SC (Instructor) 1995-2000

 Adjunct Instructor of Business Curriculum courses– average class size 25 students.

Examples of courses taught: Business Management, Marketing, Business Ethics.

 Enthusiastic and thorough coverage of materials while establishing a comfortable

learning environment for diverse students.

 Active in facilitating learning by using a wide variety of teaching methods and

encouraging classroom participation; Consistently received outstanding student and

superior evaluations.

 1995 - 1998, instructor for Cont. Education department: program instructor for AVX

Corporation Orientation Course (48 hr). Scheduled class hours to maximize

participation; Revised curriculum to effectively cover material with 25% less hours; Input

offered to AVX concerning placement of hourly employees; Trained instructors upon

my leave from the program.

BI-LO, INC, Conway, SC (Customer Service Manager) 1986-1994

 Advancement through promotions.

 Assist manager in day-to-day operations; acting store manager in absence of superior.

 Interview, hire, train and develop employees as well as establish work schedules

according to customer traffic flow; maximize morale and productivity.

 Demonstrate tact and diplomacy in dealing with customers and subordinates.

 Maintain tight inventory control, verify cash flows, and follow budget guidelines.

EDUCATION:

WEBSTER UNIVERSITY, Myrtle Beach, SC

Master of Arts, Human Resource Development, 1996

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA, Columbia, SC

Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, 1993

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