Senior Level Manufacturing Operations Leader

Highly Experienced Operations Leader with expertise in guiding fundamental growth in a manufacturing environment.  Track record of driving process improvements in operational standards, resulting in increased revenue and efficiency.   Innovative, ambitious and disciplined with a talent for cultivating & maintaining excellent relationships with key management professionals.  Seeking an operations management position with a progressive organization that values visionary leadership and dedixxxxxxtion to developing highly effective business operations. 

Core competencies include:

 

Business Analysis and Process Improvement

Employee Development & Mentoring

Inventory/Logistics/Supply Chain Refinement

Deliver Measurable Results

Maintain Knowledge of Industry Trends

Cost Containment Strategies

Drive Production Goals & Initiatives

Excellent Communixxxxxxtion Skills

Lead High Performance Teams

Lean Methodologies/Kaizen/Six Sigma/TMPS

Project Management

Safety/OSHA/Compliance

 

 

New United Motor Manufacturing Inc., Fremont, XXXXXX - Production Supervisor                 2008 to Present

   Provide day to day leadership and oversight for a staff of 40 production employees; ensure top level quality control, continuous improvement and productivity initiatives.

   Manage the daily production requirements for vehicle assembly; monitor production status, implement process improvement activities and provide ongoing training and mentoring to maximize performance.

   Consistently achieve production goals through tight controls and ability to adapt to changing requirements.

   Effectively and efficiently resolve production roadblocks, provide performance updates, and lead efforts to reduce excess inventory by leverage Toyota production system processes.

   Ensure total quality and safety; track performance indixxxxxxtors and influence improvements as needed.

 

Univar USA, 2256  Junction Ave, San Jose, XXXXXX - Operations Supervisor                                     2002 to 2008

   Began tenure in position as Warehouse Supervisor, gained promotion to Tank Farm Supervisor and subsequently Operations Supervisor in 2004.

   Managed and motivated 20 drivers, and led day to day operations initiatives 186,000 sq. ft. warehouse facility for a chemixxxxxxl manufacturing organization.

   Grew inventory accuracy from 59% to 89% within the first year by implementing strict controls and accountability.

   Ensured the safe, efficient and reliable handling of all services; oversaw receiving operations, managed routing schedules and maintained all dispatching duties.

   Monitored operations activities for conformance to all State, Federal, RCRA, EPA and DOT regulations, labeling and shipping laws and regulations on merchandise shipped from the warehouse and tank farm.

   Contributed toward the recruiting and training of staff, facilitated new employee orientation and provided oversight for the organization safety, fire and hazard programs.

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ZEP Manufacturing Company, Tracy, XXXXXX - Warehouse Distribution Manager                       1999 to 2002

   Maintained complete accountability for warehouse and distribution operations including the receipt, storage, shipping, inventory control, and transportation of merchandise. 

   Led all hiring and training practices, assembled a high performance, motivated team through strong coaching and mentoring strategies, and created a safe and productive work environment.

   Monitored warehouse inventory cycle by maintaining compliance with established guidelines; managed controllable costs, scheduled deliveries and ensured the proper use of all warehouse equipment.

 

ADVO, INC., Newark, XXXXXX - Warehouse Manager                                                                                       1994 to 1998    

   Trained, managed and mentored a diverse work force; maintained oversight for departmental budget, planning and coordinating of all procurement needs.

   Interacted with vendors to secure needed materials, negotiated contract terms, and provided oversight for all warehousing purchasing, delivery schedules and receivables.

   Contributed toward ongoing business success by analyzing business processes and making recommendations resulting in increased efficiencies and improved work flow.

 

U.S. NAVY, Second Class Petty Officer                                                                                                        1986 to 1994

   Oversaw warehouse and storeroom operations; maintained financial records, inventory reports and receivables.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

<Hiring Contact Name>

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<Company Name>

<Address>

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Dear Mr./Ms. ____:

 

 

 

During my comprehensive xxxxxxreer as a management leader the manufacturing industry, I have gained considerable process improvement and operations management experience. I have improved operations through staff development and the implementation of new technologies and processes. This along with my expertise in strategic planning and customer relations make me an ideal xxxxxxndidate for <position here>.   

 

In addition, I have a solid record of achieving or surpassing profit expectations. My ability to cultivate relationships and drive activities that support growth seems to fit the qualities you are seeking in a xxxxxxndidate for <position here>.  I am also highly experienced in hiring, training and mentoring new staff members, and my successful track record of implementing production & quality management tools has resulted in higher profits and more satisfied customers.

 

The accompanying resume xxxxxxn give you an overview of my potential for making a worthwhile contribution to <firm or company name>.  As a proven leader, I believe it would be mutually beneficial for us to meet.  I will xxxxxxll next week to inquire about the possibility of meeting to discuss your organization s goals and how I xxxxxxn help you meet them. 

 

Thank you for your time and consideration.