I LED A CROSS-FUNCTIONAL TEAM that maintained and rebuilt all aspects of the business after a devastating fire destroyed the factory in 2011. I worked closely with vendors, customers and employees during a time of challenge and transition. * Collaborated with team to secure a temporary factory location and began shipping orders within a week of the fire.* Oversaw acquisition and retrofitting of a new 65,000 square foot site, which provided more space at an affordable price. * Managed strategic planning to prevent layoffs. Workforce has now expanded by 9 employees. * Supervised the expansion of private labeling and automotive appearance products.CURRENTLY, I SERVE AS SECOND-IN-COMMAND for Niagara Lubricants, directing all long- and short-term strategic management decisions as well as marketing and brand awareness campaigns. I oversee sales force, account management, budget implementation, and collections, and am the primary contact for key customer base; manage tire care product line. Supervise all safety initiatives. I lead human resources, employee-employer relations; direct shipping logistics, and supervise our quality control program.

I DIRECTED COMPLETE PRODUCT PRODUCTION and supervised 30 employees who handled compound blenders, packaging/filling, shipping/receiving, and transportation. I managed all inventory, and directly oversaw several large accounts. * Established processes for examining on-site inventory, reducing it by 40%, increasing cash flow significantly, and positively impacting profitability.* Developed a ceramic brake lubricant which used nanotechnology, replicating and improving the performance compared to a competing national brand product. Oversaw product development from lab sample to mass production. Increased revenues by $50K annually.

I DEVELOPED, IMPLEMENTED AND MANAGED quality control systems for all water based, greases, and oils products. I compiled Material Safety Data Sheets for raw materials as well as finished products, made them available at different locations throughout the plant. In addition, I oversaw research and development of new products lines.* Developed new waxing emulsion and several oils and grease products that resulted in $3M annual new sales.* Investigated and quickly resolved customer concerns related to quality, ensuring a high level of internal and external customer service.* Supervised workers engaged in inspection and testing activities, enabling high productivity and strong technical integrity.