Human Resources Manager
Resume:
ANTHONY M. GOFF
Richfield, Wisconsin 53076
s4qtsh@r.postjobfree.com
Senior Operations Leader successful at improving corporate value of manufacturing organizations through continuous improvements and the elimination of waste. Strong leadership skills, technically and managerially, integrating all functions of an organization in a competitive business that improved profits, productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction. Experienced in plant layout, capital equipment purchasing, product design, and human resources.
QUALIFICATION HIGHLIGHTS
• Operations Management
• Change Management
• Resource Utilization
• Lean Principles
• Problem Solving
• Safety and Environmental
• P & L Responsibility
• Elimination of Waste
• Budgeting
• Multi-Site Operations
• 5 S
• Process Improvement
• Human Resources
• Team Leadership
• International Sourcing
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
OILGEAR 1998 to 2010
A $120 million global manufacturer of fluid power products and custom engineered solutions for mobile and industrial applications.
Vice-President of Manufacturing, Milwaukee, WI 2006 to 2010
Promoted as part of a new management team to transform a public company into a private company purchased by a private equity group. Introduced new manufacturing processes, 5S, and continuous improvement to a low volume/high mix union facility in Milwaukee that specializes in custom engineered products. P&L responsibilities for the manufacturing facilities located in Milwaukee and Fremont, including human resources, quality, purchasing, manufacturing engineering, safety and environmental for over 250 employees improving gross profits by more than 6% in a declining economy. Report to President /CEO.
* Reduced manufacturing scrap and rework costs by 27% through process improvements.
* Improved on time delivery by 15% using problem solving and waste reduction techniques.
* Served on a cross-functional team reducing cost of medium size pump by 30%.
* Outsourced domestically and to low cost countries to reduce material costs up to 35% for higher volume parts.
* Established roles and responsibilities that clearly defined tasks and improved communications reducing indirect labor costs by 14%.
* Negotiated a new Labor Contract eliminating incentive jobs, creating a no-fault attendance policy, and establishing a cross-training program resulting in better attendance and flexibility.
* Supported two domestic and four international (China, Korea, England, Spain) manufacturing sites to meet customer lead time requirements by sharing assets.
* Led cross-functional team to eliminate assembly errors and reduce warranty costs by 25%.
* Used state and federal grants to develop a plan to reduce energy costs by >10%.
* Represented company in Workers Compensation and Insurance issues.
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Plant Manager, Fremont, NE 1998 to 2006
Led all production initiatives for a $36 million medium volume/high mix unionized hydraulic pump plant improving gross profits by more than 8% through capital expenditures, lean initiatives, manufacturing changes, and waste reduction. Identified core competencies and developed strategies for continuous improvements. Report to President.
* Purchased Automated Machining Cells, developed Assembly and Machining Cells, new processes and tooling to reduce direct labor costs by 50%.
* Used an integrated supplier to own and manage shop supplies reducing supply costs by 12%.
* Reduced indirect labor costs by 33% using process improvements and cross training.
* Led ISO 9001 and 14000 certifications.
* Used mini-Kaizan events for continuous improvements in the shop and support areas to reduce total expenses by 29%.
DANA CORPORATION, Gresen Hydraulics Division Prior to 1998
Production and Materials Manager, Greenville, SC
Responsible for the production of $40 million of hydraulic gear pumps at a new medium volume/high mix facility for OEM and distributor customers with 150+ employees.
* Developed strategy for training new personnel and the closing of two facilities moving production to Greenville location.
* Developed automated test equipment and assembly processes.
* Managed an independent business group in the Forestry Industry.
Assembly and Test Supervisor, Corinth, MS
Managed a 45-person team assembling and testing hydraulic pumps in an union environment with responsibility to improve product flow.
* Restructured the department eliminating specific job designations and variable pay rates.
* Introduced team building and job rotations.
Draftsman, Engineering Technician, Corinth, MS
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Management, Central Wesleyan College, Central, SC
Associate of Arts, Engineering Technology, Northeast Mississippi Jr. College, Booneville, MS
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
Certified Dana Supervisor
Six Sigma Overview
John Deere Supplier Development (5S, Kaizan, Lean)
Worker's Compensation Loss Control
Inventory Control and Cycle Counts
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