I administered the ERP (EPICOR) System, maintaining user and operation settings, configuring purchasing and production parameters, and developing custom reports and dashboards for enhanced operational efficiency and managed the purchasing process for raw materials and services, from requesting quotes to negotiating pricing, and placing and maintaining orders to ensure optimal inventory levels.• Developed a custom dashboard report to provide expected costs for jobs, facilitating the tracking of actual versus expected costs throughout the job life cycle.• Implemented a supplier scorecard to track vendor performance, measuring key metrics such as On-Time Delivery, Quantity Delivered, and Quality of Product Delivered.• Set up Bills of Materials (BOM) and routings for production units to assist in scheduling raw materials and optimizing shop loads for improved production efficiency.

I was responsible for enhancing operational consistency and performance by leveraging Lean principles, including Standard Work, Visual and Daily management, along with consistent training. I also directed over 20 employees working various schedules to cover 24/7 operations.Key Contributions• Instrumental in executing Controlled Yard System that enhanced yard organization along with better implementation of ERP (Oracle) system to track inventory and minimized order picking time leading to 10-20% increase in throughput.• Implemented improved training and mentoring programs to minimize loading errors from over 13% to under 2%.• Integral in installing vehicle cameras and GPS that decreased incidents and repair costs by 10%.

I was responsible for laying out clear accountabilities, assigning duties, and establishing processes while overseeing operations and performance of 40 union and non-union employees. Besides leveraging outstanding leadership skills to implement strict service and maintenance timelines to minimize downtime, I was instrumental in buying, maintaining, and disposing off 850 vehicles, mobile equipment, and tools. I also established and maintained inventory levels and orchestrated the distribution of materials to worksites. Additionally, I earned ASCM (formerly APICS) SCOR-P endorsement. Key Accomplishments• Dexterously minimized indirect labor costs as well as minimized wrench time by 20% and decreased over time by 150 hours/week year-to-year.• Designed and introduced cost-effective systems to monitor orders and reduced the number of vehicles waiting for parts from 50 vehicles to 15 vehicles with a 14-day waiting period.• Integral in designing initiatives that resulted in cost savings; contracted external vendors to deliver materials to job sites improving inventory turns by 10%.

I controlled stock levels and guaranteed the accessibility of raw materials and MRO items while conducting extensive analysis to distinguish new vendors and negotiate prices. Besides introducing new measures to screen vendor performance, compliance, and relations, I drafted Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, training records, and company-wide processes. I also devised cost-saving initiatives and strategies that positively impact financial performance. Key Accomplishments• Instrumental in introducing a new ERP system to modernize operations.• Saved a 5% Workers' Compensation discount to developing a certified Safety Committee to encourage shared management of safety.• Formulated and established strategies that directly achieved financial results, saving the company $250.00 monthly in tax savings and recouped $8K in back taxes.

I was accountable for forecasting materials and improving inventory efficiency by planning, purchasing, and MRO. Besides conducting performance data evaluation and facilitating action to accomplish Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), I oversaw all aspects of operations and evaluated the performance of two employees while devising a vendor management system to source and qualify suppliers. Additionally, I leveraged strong negotiation skills to ensure optimum pricing and substantial savings for materials, as well as monitored vendor performance.Key Accomplishments• Executed a Pull Replenishment System and negotiated prices with suppliers to minimize inventory dollars and space effectively.• Built and nurtured strong relationships with suppliers and restructured vendor performance management system to align scoring with organization performance metrics.

I was responsible for directing up to 42 cross-functional employees and four direct reports to ensure the coordination of activities and functions. Besides coaching and mentoring supervisors to improve job knowledge and ensure operational excellence, I conducted data analysis to facilitate executive decisions, including staffing, scheduling, inventory levels, shipping, transactions, and performance management. I identified and addressed issues that impacted operations by offering effective solutions. I was also instrumental in securing record production rates by introducing process improvements, despite reduced manufacturing floor space.Key Accomplishments• Instrumental in enhancing cycle count accuracy from 60 % to 80% through accurate tracking of inventory and swift resolution of discrepancies.• Minimized assembly line stoppages due to material handling issues by 70% through high-impact training.• Devised effective strategy and applied ingenuity to increase efficiency and productivity while establishing a glass washing process and warehouse racking system

I offered strategic direction to production planning functions while coaching seven employees on company procedures and expectations. Besides designing supply planning and material inventory strategies to ensure optimal levels resulting in 95% on-time delivery, I conducted data analysis to accurately forecast and match demand resulting in a 25% reduction in on-hand inventory. I effectively collaborated with production and customer service teams to coordinate the movement of material, revise schedules, and address errors. Moreover, I leveraged creative issue resolution and adapted processes to significantly reduce lead times. Key Accomplishments• Utilized subject matter expertise in operating strategies to relocate and restart two production lines.• Instrumental in minimizing unacknowledged customer orders within the target timeframe from 100 to 0.

Decreased material shortage footprint by 50%.Key member of a cross-functional team that deployed the company’s ERP system including process definitions and user training.Spearheaded successful launch of new inventory process which decreased initial variances by 50%.Strengthened operations by lowering the physical inventory time frame from 3 days down to 2 days.Managed 8 direct reports.

Oversaw all facets of 3rd shift plant operations, supervising 120 +/- employees and 3 direct reports. Formulated shift schedules, allocated staff, monitored performance, resolved issues and made decisions on any plan changes. Leveraged Lean Six Sigma Black Belt expertise to launch a highly-automated production line that had been purchased by the customer some years before but was never deployed. Quickly came up to speed on the equipment, worked closely with the vendor for smooth implementation, trained customer staff on system use and maintenance, and subsequently oversaw production. Delivered a 30% reduction for the customer in required operators by successfully starting up the new system. Conducted thorough equipment analysis, uncovered several over-engineered components in the customer’s system and made recommendations to the vendor for modifications which ultimately significantly diminished losses on the line.

Directed staffing, operations, inventory control, and operations in accordance with manufacturing methodologies and predetermined metrics. Developed and initiated inventory control organization. • Increased inventory accuracy by 300% through integration of inventory processes• Created and streamlined 5S program that reduced filing department by 50%

Managed all aspects of production, including the implementation of statistical process control system that improved manufacturing volume and variances. Represented plant to auditors during customer, internal, and ISO audits. • Improved production by 85%, reducing unfavorable monthly variances from $250K to $10K• Developed and implemented employee training initiatives that reduced turnover by 50%• Won two Governor’s Awards for No Time Lost through reduction of workers’ compensation claims

Utilized MRP system to reduce stock-outs of purchased parts, create production orders and allow for up-to-date analysis of inventory data.Combined purchases with other divisions. Took advantage of quantity discounts and shared inventory where appropriate. Reduced inventory value which freed-up capital.Eliminated #1 defect in part of the manufacturing process. Utilized Six Sigma*like methodologies, a preventative maintenance solution was instituted that eliminated manufacture of defective product.

Managed all inventoryDetermined production schedulesDetermined pricing of all productsIssued and tracked all production ordersCoordinated all physical inventories

Purhcased raw materials and subcontract work (printing, stamping, folding, die cutting)Managed inventory at local site, remote site and vendorsCreated production work orders and tracked all work in process