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Paton Iowa

Paton, Iowa

*Day-today Operations including planning, implementation, monitoring current manufacturing and development of future material supply chains*Maintain a safe working environment by adhering to, and enforcing, all safety procedures and policies inside and outside the facility, including use of personal protective equipment as required * Communicate effectively with co-workers, management, customers, and others in a courteous and professional manner * Develop and nurture the workforce, promoting an open and Lean culture Identify root cause of problems and partner with other departments to develop and implement the resolution * Act as a change agent and assist in rolling out new programs for employees

Day-today Operations including planning, implementation, monitoring current manufacturing and development of future material supply chains. Working as a liaison with all sub-contract suppliers/manufactures as well development and operations of future organic manufacturing operations.

Cedar Rapids, Iowa Area

* Maintain a safe working environment by adhering to, and enforcing, all safety procedures and policies inside and outside the facility, including use of personal protective equipment as required * Communicate effectively with co-workers, management, customers, and others in a courteous and professional manner * Oversee the coordination of production planning, manufacturing engineering and manufacturing to ensure contracts are met * Coordinate with the Quality Department to ensure the integrity and quality of products are met * Support the ISO process by following the established processes and procedures while partnering with other functions and personnel to capture opportunities for improvement * Develop and set annual budgets and participate in monthly reviews to ensure budget targets are met and to provide justification why targets are not met * Partner with the Maintenance Department to promote collaboration and maintain production requirements * Develop and nurture the workforce, promoting an open and Lean culture Identify root cause of problems and partner with other departments to develop and implement the resolution * Act as a change agent and assist in rolling out new programs for employees

Analyzes data from a wide variety of sources for the purpose of making recommendations, ensuring compliance with various policies and procedures.•Collaborates with various internal and external parties (e.g. Major Maintenance Manager and Manager of Facilities Planning andConstruction, engineers, architects, government agencies, service technicians, administrative personnel, etc.) for the purpose of supporting them in the achievement of department, program and district goals.•Conducts facility inspections for the purpose of assessing facility maintenance, health, and safety needs and ensuring availability ofresources required to complete required projects.•Creates long and short range plans (e.g. budgets, policies and procedures, staffing levels, materials, equipment, spacerequirements, staff development, operational efficiencies, software applications, preventive maintenance, safety programs, etc.) forthe purpose of ensuring organizational objectives are achieved in the most efficient, safe, and timely manner.•Develops and recommends procedures and/or actions (e.g. product and service specifications, bids, etc.) for the purpose ofproviding for the implementation of policies that meet the district’s facilities operations goals and objectives.•Evaluates programs and/or projects (e.g. preventive maintenance, bid specifications, union contracts, federal, state, and local laws,codes and regulations, etc.) for the purpose of carrying out and achieving objectives.•Facilitates meetings involving various internal and external parties (e.g. personnel actions, staff meetings, budget, regulatory requirements,etc.) for the purpose of identifyingappropriate actions, developing recommendations, supporting other staff, and serving as a district representative.•Manages assigned programs and projects (e.g. safety compliance standards, OSHA, NFP, etc.; contractedservices; building security; equipment, etc.)

SUMMARY:Responsible for all Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Distribution operations as well asManufacturing support functions: Engineering, Planning and Maintenance.Plan, organize and direct the manufacturing and maintenance operations which ensure the mosteffective return on assets.Initiative plans and processes which minimize manufacturing costs through effective utilization ofmanpower, equipment, facilities, materials, and capital. Assure attainment of businessobjectives and productions schedules while insuring product standards that will exceed ourcustomers’ expectations.Continually improve safety record by addressing both physical safety issues and employeesafety attitudes. Maintain and improve housekeeping in all areas.Manage spending against budget and in relation to changes in production volume.

2007-2008 Centro Inc North Liberty, IA Quality assurance Leader Implement activities to support Quality Policies and Objectives. Lead, managed and coached a 3 shift Quality department to support Customer, Manufacturing, Engineering needs. Implement and sustain Quality Processes between Centro and the Customer. 2004 - 2007 Raw Materials Manager Lead a department that runs a 4-shift 24/7 operation. Scheduled procurement of raw materials for 4 separate business Units. Planned quarterly business strategies with the General Manager. 1994 – 2004 Business Unit Leader Lead 5 direct and 115 indirect reports. Responsible for managing weekly/Monthly OES for a 12 million dollar revenue base. Interfaced with department leaders striving for continuous improvement of manufacturing related processes.