senior management executive

 

results-driven executive eager to contribute expertise in driving operations, business development, p&l, and team building initiatives toward actively collaborating with a dynamic organization in maximizing bottom-line performance. comprehensive background in materials and continuous improvement, with consistent results in achieving fiscal and organizational objectives. talent for defining and resolving inefficiencies to avoid unnecessary cost expenditures. strong leader who excels in training and directing top-performing teams. effectively establish and manage key relationships with decision makers and strategic partners. areas of expertise:

 

quality control kaizen/lean training team leadership p&l and performance improvement

international operations purchasing and negotiation risk management logistics management

cost analysis research and planning startup operations change management

recent achievements

 

  drastically improved communication and decision-making process by innovatively developing and launching a sales & operations planning system.

  generated approximately $492k in cost savings through a procurement initiative.

  successfully designed, developed and implemented lean program, resulting in 82% inventory reduction, 83% reduction of balancer checkout process, 62% increase in machines produced per employee, 23% reduction in operating expenses and 41% increase in on-time delivery.

  ensured strict compliance with all safety policies and procedures, leading to 521 days since last lost time accident.

  reduced backlog 75%, increased assembly line output 33% and reduced changeover 90% by applying sharp business acumen toward defining and executing policies to boost overall operational performance.

 

micropoise measurement systems (formally itw: akron standard), akron, oh      1995-1998, 2004-present

vice president of manufacturing (2004-present)

  contribute dynamic leadership skills in managing 45 union and 37 salary personnel in a multi-site, international production and procurement environment.

  drive product output and quality improvement initiatives through lean manufacturing strategies, including performance indicators, operating goals, realignment initiatives, productivity improvements and cost reduction programs.

  exhibit advanced communication and interpersonal relation skills in successfully negotiating 3-year union contract.

  strategically expand practices internationally to diversify revenue streams and control costs; lead wfoe part sourcing and equipment build in china and develop new suppliers in eastern europe.

operations manager (1996-1998)

  oversaw all aspects of production, planning, purchasing, quality and shipping/receiving, demonstrating exceptional prioritizing and multitasking abilities in achieving goals and timelines.

  ensured continuous improvement of the in-line cellular operations by implementing kanbans throughout the production processes and utilizing itw s 80/20 program throughout the operation.

 

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career background continued

 

 

micropoise measurement systems (formally itw: akron standard), akron, oh      1995-1998, 2004-present

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purchasing manager (1995-1996)

  relied upon to lend expertise toward managing all purchasing activities for the division, with full accountability for handling kanban training and implementation internally and externally.

  proactively built and established strong relationships and liaised effectively with key suppliers.

 

luk incorporated, wooster, oh                                                                                              2001-2004

operations manager

  optimized productivity, efficiency and first-time throughput by developing and launching a continuous improvement process, implementing kaizen tools and training all employees on lean manufacturing.

  exhibited solid leadership qualities in supervising 90 direct, indirect and salary employees throughout the manufacturing operation.

kaizen manager

  trained, mentored and motivated employees in the foundations of kaizen, playing an instrumental role in the development of top performing team members.

  boosted performance by conducting successful kaizen workshops in changeover reduction, process improvement, quality improvement, equipment improvement, and workplace organization.

 

eaton corporation / trans technology, massillon, oh                                                             1998-2001

factory manager

  enhanced operating income 94% and gross margin 15% while decreasing past dues 65%, salary overtime 83% and hourly overtime 67% through proactive continuous improvement procedures.

  managed 175 union and 18 salary personnel in a progressive stamping, qs 9000 automotive environment, with strong focus on improving quality and on-time delivery.

materials manager

  generated annual supplier cost savings of $700k.

  improved supplier quality and delivery ratings to a range of 95% - 100%, as well as enhancing shipping performance and inventory accuracy.

 

furon corporation, holmesville, oh                                                                                       1993-1995

commodity buyer

  reduced supply base by 50% and achieved cost savings of $200k by developing kanban systems and innovative supply chain management strategies.

  strategically sourced and negotiated with vendors to control costs and maximize profits while maintaining high quality and service standards in planning and facilitating procurement of varied machinery components, materials and supplies.

 

prior experience

 

telecommunications member - ohio air national guard, top secret clearance

mba - weatherhead school of management, case western reserve university, cleveland, oh

bsba, major in production & operations management and procurement & materials management - bowling green state university, bowling green, oh

kaizen / lean training: itw 80/20 program; eaton corporation lean system; kaizen institute of america; tbm consulting group; gs consulting

six sigma green belt certificate - institute of industrial engineers

leadership wooster graduate - wooster area chamber of commerce

bose jit ii benchmarking training

cpim, certified in production and inventory management - the american production and inventory control society

 

 

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dear__________________:

 

i am currently exploring new opportunities, and am interested in joining your team.  to acquaint you with my qualifications, i am submitting my resume for your review.  in advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as demonstrated in the accompanying resume, i offer a strong track record in defining and developing continuous improvement strategies to generate solid results.  among my recent accomplishments, i:

 

  generated approximately $492k in cost savings through a procurement initiative.

  successfully designed, developed and implemented lean program, resulting in 82% inventory reduction, 83% reduction of balancer checkout process, 62% increase in machines produced per employee, 23% reduction in operating expenses and 41% increase in on-time delivery.

  reduced backlog 75%, increased assembly line output 33% and reduced changeover 90% by applying sharp business acumen toward defining and executing policies to boost overall operational performance.

 

i am now eager to contribute my business savvy, strategic planning skills and dynamic leadership, relationship building and administrative/financial management abilities toward collaborating in your success as a key member of your executive team.  i am confident that i could be a valuable asset to your firm in achieving both immediate and long-term goals, and look forward to meeting with you in the near future to discuss my qualifications and how they support your corporate vision.

 

professionally,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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dear _______________________________:

 

i would like to thank you for providing me the opportunity to interview with you and discuss the exciting (title of position applying for) position currently available with your company.  having gained a deeper insight into the job requirements and your objectives, i am confident you will find me a valuable asset in achieving your goals.

 

as discussed, i am an enthusiastic, disciplined team player eager to launch a successful career as a dedicated member of your staff.  i believe you will find my dynamic (list a few skills/qualifications relevant to the position) skills vital to your operations and look forward to contributing to your success.

 

should you have any additional questions, or to discuss future employment opportunities, please feel free to contact me at your earliest convenience.  again, thank you for the enlightening interview.  i look forward to your response.

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

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