Overseeing and controlling the planning, coordination and control of the manufacturing processes. The Production Manager is responsible for the timely manufacturing and delivery of all shipments while maintaining accuracy and quality while improving efficiencies on the production floor.

Responsible for the entire operation of the business and staff which includes Sales, Operations and Administration. Duties include analyzing business opportunities, driving profitability and shaping the future direction of the company. Creating processes and procedures for staff. Capitalizing on emerging trends in the interior finishing sector and partnering with companies to provide a complete range of services from product supply to installation services.

Responsible for merchandising all hardlines departments in a $60 million/yr storePartners with fulfillment and freight managers to ensure adequate in-stock positionAccountable for in-store customer service experiences and metricsAttends weekly management meetings to identify opportunities and execute company initiativesResponds to customer concerns by finding a solution quickly and fairly while protecting Home Depot brandingPrepares short term sales forecasting and labour hoursAssesses and reviews semi-annual performance development plans for Supervisory TeamResponsible for final interviewing and staffing decisionsAttends district level meetings to convey emerging customer buying trends

Reported gross margin to District Manager dailyAttended weekly district management meetings to execute company initiativesFacilitated weekly in-store Supervisor meetingsApproved all purchase requisitions for the operation of the storeMonitored monthly P/L statementsResponsible for monthly Operational Performance Reviews (OPR) with District Operations ManagerResponded to customer concerns finding a solution quickly and fairly while protecting Home Depot brandingPrepared long term and short term sales forecasting and labour hoursResponsible for final interviewing and staffing decisionsFormally recognized top performing associates for superior serviceCreated and instituted the action plan to prepare a $20 million/yr store for annual inventoryImproved scheduling model to ensure peak customer hours would be properly staffedVolunteered for several "Team Depot" community projects

Started as a new business. Acquired new clients, set up all customer accounts, outsourced accounting, and negotiated lease for building and machinery. Specialized in CNC programming and 3D modeling of aerospace components. Sold and supported 3D solid modelling software for CNC machines.Prepared and supplied quotations/delivery dates for existing and new clientsMaintained existing customers by offering new or existing servicesCreated computer generated 3D solid models using Mastercam and KubotekOrdered all necessary materialsCreated G-code for CNC mills and CNC lathes using MastercamOperated all common tool room equipment, hand tools, and measuring instrumentsQualified parts for QA approvalSubmitted invoice requestsMaintained and managed inventoryProvided software training on and off site (1 week courses, one to five students per class)Attended/Worked trade shows

Owner of injection molding company that specialized in manufacturing plastic components for distribution throughout North America. Clientele included entrepreneurs to publically traded companies. Partnered with clients to develop cost saving initiatives and conceptual designs. Negotiated and prepared all quotes, estimates, contracts and agreements with current and/or potential customers. Negotiated short and long term purchasing agreements with Vendors and sourced all materials for jobs. Presented terms of contracts and agreements to Board of Directors for final approval.

Teacher of accredited course (Plastics manufacturing and Moldmaking)Prepared course outline and content for 25-30 mechanical engineer studentsPrepared and presented material using Microsoft PowerPoint and other visual aidsOrganized and scheduled field tripsMet with students as required for counseling and tutoringGraded studentsReported to the Dean of Manufacturing