Manager Human Resources
Resume:
Steven P. Dobson
**** ********* *****, ********, ** 55060
*********@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
To help manufacturing companies stay competitive by using my Manufacturing Management, Training Management and Self Employment skills.
EDUCATION
MBA-St. Thomas University, St. Paul, Minnesota
BS-Pillsbury Baptist Bible College, Owatonna, Minnesota
WORK EXPERIENCE
Management Professional
Focused Factory Manager-for a Window Hardware Manufacturer
Had direct supervision of a Quality Technician, Plant Supervisor, Secretary-for 3 shifts
Worked in a team of other Production Supervisors and Managers to implement JIT
Developed and executed a implementation plan for Just In Time
Reduced cycle times for the Hinge Focused Factory by eliminating wasteful tasks and implementing a KanBan system.
Increased inventory turns by working with the hourly and salaried employees to identify and solve process problems causing increased inventory. Implemented a focused attack on reducing lot sizes and reducing our need for forklifts.
Helped implement setup reduction for the Punch Press Department-went from 4 hours to less than ten minutes.
Had financial responsibility for the Double Hung Focused Factory.
Responsible for all the production of the Double Hung Focused Factory-safety, quality, staffing, P&L, and training. (3 shift operation)
Plant Operations Manager for a Metal Forging Company Union Environment
Cleaned and organized the Manufacturing environment-purchased a floor sweeper and scrubber and implemented daily cleaning of the shop.
Implemented material handling changes that made moving parts and tools safer and faster.
Implemented Safety Meetings and worked with production to work safely.
Installed a new dust collection system that made the plant safer and cleaner.
Implemented collecting the metal shavings and recycling them rather than throwing in the trash. Garbage costs went down and we received money from the recycling.
Supervisor-for the 2nd and 3rd shifts plant wide-quality, production, discipline, staffing, and reviews. Had three lead-people, one quality person, and maintenance directly reporting to me. Responsible for the work of the production employees in Punch Press, Die Casting, Plating, Machining, Assembly and Tool & Die.
Process Improvement Coordinator---transitioned the management style from a top down style to a participatory style by implementing Quality Circles and then Just In Time. This effort was very successful because employees were taught how to identify, analyze the problems in terms of waste, cost and scrap and then to recommend solutions to top management by doing a cost benefit analysis. Many of these employees went on to be promoted because of the leadership they demonstrated. Both Management and hourly employees felt this was a good process.
Training Professional
Training Manager in a ISO 9000 facility
Conducted needs analysis to prepare a training plan.
Designed and delivered training to meet the Training Plan.
Worked with outside vendors to deliver training that was outside my area of expertise.
Maintained records to be in compliance with ISO 9001.
Managed the Education Reimbursement Program and helped employees get advanced education.
Consultant & Seminar Leader
Conducted needs analysis for companies to determine needs
Consulted with management to identify areas of opportunity
Designed and delivered training
Worked with the hourly to implement changes
Monitor results and report to upper management the progress
Adjunct Faculty-Graduate and Undergraduate Colleges
Taught Business Classes (Intro to Business)
Taught Soft Skills Courses (Listening, Communication, People Interaction Skills)
Taught Technical Courses (JIT, Quality, Problem Solving, Process Improvement Techniques, ISO 9000)
HR Generalist
Filled Job requests by working with Temp agencies and Internet sites
Reviewed & Sorted Resumes
Conducted Job Interviews using Behavioral Interviewing Techniques
Organized company events (Christmas Party, Gift Distribution & Picnics)
Prepared reports for the Director of Human Resources
Business Ownership
Successful Coffee Shop-Owner--started the coffee shop from scratch and owned it for over six years. Learned business ownership, marketing, selling, human resources, purchasing and profit and loss from this adventure. Sold it in 2007 and is still in operation today.
ITI Seminar & Consulting Services-President/Owner--
Provided business training to small and medium sized businesses.
Coached business owners and staff in Process Improvement, JIT, Human Resources, Quality Systems and people skills.
Developed training material from our experiences and education. Partnered with outside resources when necessary.
Was certified to teach ISO 9000 through PE Handley Walker and Understanding Self & Others (DiSC).
Work History
Lowes Home Improvement, Owatonna, MN (CSA) 2008-present
Custom Coffee, Owatonna, MN (Owner) 2001-2007
SPX Power Team, Owatonna, MN (Training Manager) 1997-2001
Enderes Tool Company, Albert Lea, MN (Plant Operations Manager) 1997-1997
Minnesota Technology, Minneapolis, MN (Mfg Specialist) 1990-1992 & 1996-1997
ITI Seminar & Consulting Services, Owatonna, MN (Owner) 1992-1976
Truth Hardware, Owatonna, MN (Manufacturing Manager) 1972-1990
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