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PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLEEMAIL AVAILABLEProfessional SummaryOver 20 years of experience managing employees in both Union and Non-Union facilities. Successfully lead growth and process improvement by leveraging my exceptional communication and leadership skills. Significant Experience and Technical Knowledge in the following areas:* Certified Green Belt in Lean, Six Sigma * Leader of Process Improvement Teams * Project Manager on equipment installations * Managed multiple departments with over 300 employees * Full understanding of Finance, Manufacturing, Scheduling, Prep, Maintenance, Shipping and Customer Service * Standard Operating Procedures * Communicating weekly and monthly scorecard feedback regarding performance. Career Experience:Freeport PressNew Philadelphia, OhioPlant Manager 2022-2024$60M annual revenue with over 200 associates family owned business. Responsible for all manufacturing and operations in multi-locations Ensure all production meets customer expectations in a high-end commercial printer. Leader in Safety Programs and EHS compliance Implemented process improvements throughout. Delivered cost savings in consumable materials. Strong Customer and Sales team relationship. Focus on improving culture and moral Released -Work force reductionMulti-Color LabelYork, PAPlant Manager 2021-2022$80M annual revenue with over 280 employees and growing Responsible for all aspects of the facility, producing global premium label manufacturer worldwide Leading and Coaching eight Managers directly. Ensure all production meets customer expectations and deadlines in a 24/6 work environment. Oversee new equipment installation for future growth Implemented performance and incentive program Leader in Safety Programs and EHS compliance Implemented process improvements, through setting standards and define stretched goals Responsible for maintaining on-time deliveries Responsible for building Customer relationship and partnership within the business Developed alternative shift program to reduce overtime Company sold, resulting in restructuring, joined former SVP of Innovairre again. InnovairreForest, VirginiaVP of Manufacturing 2018-2021$28M annual revenue with over 250 employeesResponsible for all aspects of the Manufacturing process and respective departments. Manage/Coach/Mentor four Managers directly. Negotiate and purchase supplies/services. Ensure production meets shipping deadlines in a 24/6 work environment. Leader in the transfer and consolidation of new business into the facility Implemented performance and incentive program Initiated Safety Programs for both behavior and SOP compliance Improved manufacturing speeds year over year through process improvements and setting standards Developed data collection and tracking tools to improve downtime metrics Responsible for maintaining 99.9% on-time deliveries Covid-19 impacted the business, resulted in downsizing the business Gaming Partners InternationalBlue Springs, MSSite Manager 2016-2018Responsible for the Manufacturing process of casino cards with over 100 employees P&L responsibilities Oversight of robotics and conveyor installation Responsible for highest level of security systems Quality assurance to meet the gaming commission regulations Maintained facility and equipment performance Contracted to aligned business for merger/sell completed Archway Marketing and ServicesSouth Bend, IndianaVP of Operation 2015-2016Responsible for a $30M operation with 200 employees. Responsible for the full P&L on 667,000 sq. ft. of warehouse, distribution, fulfillment and print production facility Responsible for all capital plans and budget for growth Strong client interaction Negotiated contracts Implemented SOPs and work instructions Oversee all quality and safety assurance for our DEA and VAWD programs Improved performance by 15% through continuous improvements Reduced overtime labor by 75% through implementation of swing shifts and approval process Board of Directors restructured the business to sell Inserts East Inc., Pennsauken New JerseyDirector of Operation 2013-2015Responsible for a 24/7 $60M operation with 200 employees. Implemented preventative maintenance programs Developed quality assurance program Implemented WASP warehouse inventory system Created capital plans and budget for growth Oversee a $3.7 million equipment installation Developed procedures for the companies first Forest Stewardship Counsel certification Improved performance by 10% by setting standards in each department Reduced overtime labor by 15% Completed 2 year contract, relocated for former CEO to Archway Marketing Quad Graphics (Formerly Vertis Communications) Lenexa KS General Manager 2011 2013Promoted to General Manager after implementing effective process improvements and sustainability methodologies. Responsible for 135 employees, P&L with $39M in sales. Posted highest EBITDA YTD after assuming the manager role Developed capital plans and budget for growth Implemented job description and timeline analysis to improve operational performance metrics and reduce direct labor cost Initiated Safety Programs for both behavior and SOP compliance Implemented 5-Ss of Visual Factory Management for improved efficiencies Implemented Waste Improvement Plans through Continuous Improvements Began Process Improvement Teams on the equipment to identify downtime causes and speed inhibitors: Downtime improved by 15%, run speeds and freight profits improved by 10% Developed a preventive maint program to reduce downtime and improve performance Created Apprenticeship Programs for all levels of employment Created employee engagement programs to enrich employee work environment Motivation through monthly employee meetings, round tables and communication updates Company sold resulted in restructuring of business unit leadership. Vertis CommunicationsManufacturing Manager 2010-2011Transferred to the Manassas VA facility after the York PA plant consolidated with the understanding of becoming the future General Manager with sales at $67M in annual revenue and 150 employees. Created structured development plans for all Supervisors and high potential employees Implemented Visual Factory Management Reduced accidents by over 10% by instituted Safety auditing and awareness system Reduced waste by 18%, increased efficiency by 10%, and reduced direct labor cost by 15% through continuous improvement programs throughout the Manufacturing facility Vertis Communications, York Pa.Manufacturing Manager 2009-2010Transferred to the York facility after the Chicago plant was consolidated. The York facility of 140 employees and $40M in annual revenue showed a performance ranking of 19th out of 20 plants when I arrived. After only 7 months of my involvement we were able to improve performance to 12th best location. Vertis Communications, Chicago IL.Manufacturing Manager 2004-2009$ 65M annual revenue company and 150 employeesResponsible for managing all aspects of production. Manage/Coach/Mentor four supervisors directly. Negotiate and purchase supplies/services. Ensure production meets shipping deadlines in a 24/7 work environment. Green Belt Six Sigma Project resulted in $100K savings for the company Reduced budget spending by 20% year over year Increased production by 25% which resulted in over 7.7 million in EBTDA for the company Developed a Training Program for high potential 2nd operators to become 1st operators which resulted in presslines operating 24/7 without delays to production and reduction in overtime Reduced AFR by 50% through departmental Safety Audits, Scorecards, Communication, SOPs and OHSA Lock Out Tag Out programs Decreased waste by 20% through implementation of Press side scales and focused Process Improvement Teams Reduced Quality concerns by 70% through Quality Process Audits and communication Instrumental in Vertis divisional and companywide SOP Audits Vertis Communications, Columbus, OhioManufacturing Supervisor 2000 2004Responsible for all aspects of the pressroom production with 10 press lines and over 60 employees. As night shift Supervisor I assumed responsibility for all decisions made for all departments. Increased production performance by 20% and reduced overtime by 10% through cross training employee program Instituted Visual Factory Management System through the 6-S program Reduced paper waste by 15% through Process Improvement Teams and training Decreased Plate remakes which resulted in a $50K savings through Plate Remake Team Promoted to Manufacturing Manager in Chicago ILStandard Register, Dayton, Ohio (plant closed in 2000) Dayton Headquarters with 120 Million annual revenue and 1,000 employees. Manufacturing Supervisor 1999 - 2000Supervised a Business Forms manufacturer with 14 press lines and 25 employees. Responsible for overseeing all departments which included Union and Non-Union. Provided quality checks on every job. Responsible for daily reports, scheduling and employee evaluations. Developed a color coded system for a 300 roller inventory Reduced Quality concerns by 20%Education Certified Green Belt in Lean and Six Sigma, 2008 Graduate of the Graphics Arts Technical Foundation and the National Council for Skills Standards in Graphic Communication Graduate of Dixie High School-New Lebanon Ohio Graduate of Montgomery County Vocational School-Clayton Ohio o Major: Graphic Communications-studied all areas of printing. Graduated 2nd in the Class and served as class President my senior year. Management Seminars*Lean and Six Sigma training *Employee Engagement *Union avoidance training*Organizational and Time Management *Coaching and Mentoring Training *Leadership Training* 1st Time Managers * Excel Workshop * Supervisor Skills *Time Management *Management Resources * Appleton Management Group |