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Strong background in leadership through a "lead by example" approach. I believe in a team approach that includes everyone in the organization. I also believe in open communication with all members of the team. To be successful, the team members must know the direction of the team and the goals they are striving for. The team must also be given the necessary tools to be successful.Strong background in Procurement, Inventory Management, and High-Volume Small Package Shipping. Successfully negotiated significant lower costs for materials and supplies that directly effects the P&L. Successfully negotiated many contracts with multiple shipping companies for both Domestic and International Shipping while realizing savings that directly effects the P&L.Strong background in Project Management and Problem Solving. Successfully led cross-functional teams managing a variety of projects. Projects ranging from New Product Development and New Product Market Introduction to projects aimed at eliminating cost and making processes more efficient. Always an agent for Continuous Improvement.Strong background in Lean Manufacturing principles and techniques. Successfully implemented lean projects to improve throughput and make the production area more ergonomic.Strong background in various Manufacturing processes. Twenty-Five plus years' experience in a variety of manufacturing industries and with multiple ERP/MRP systems. Experience ranges from production employee to Design Engineer to Executive Management. Strong understanding of all phases of Management. Red Belt and Blue Belt certified through The Manitowoc Company's Design For Six Sigma program. Strong background in SPC.Strong background in 3D CAD design, 3D CAM/CNC programming, and CNC milling. Also, skilled in networking 3D milling systems with 3D CAD/CAM systems.Specialties: Leadership, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, P&L Management, Project Management, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Logistics Management, Negotiations, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Statistical Process Control, LCC Sourcing, LCC Supplier Quality Certification, Manufacturing Processes, 3D CAD Design, Code Compliance, 3D CAM/CNC Programming and Machining
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Affiliate BrokerTennessee RealtyGadsden, Tn, Us
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Land ProfessionalNational Land Realty Sep 2024 - PresentGreenville, Sc - South Carolina, Us -
Director Of Purchasing & LogisticsSole Supports, Inc. Jul 2011 - PresentLyles, Tn, UsSuccessfully managing most all Purchasing activities. Successfully negotiated lower prices with our suppliers for many of the materials and supplies used to make our custom foot orthotics. Successfully transitioned our most vital material to another supplier while maintaining Quality and realizing a great savings. Have mostly maintained that savings for 6 plus years. Successfully managing the supply chain with our vendors for materials produced around the world. Successfully managing Inventory levels to keep production flowing while not inflating our Carrying cost. Successfully managing both the Domestic and International shipping of our products. Successfully negotiated contracts with both UPS and FedEx to transport orders to and from our customers. The realized savings YOY of the overall spend is substantial. Successfully working with our CIO developing a robust software for shipping that allows us to streamline our process to help us bulk more orders and eliminate steps for the shipping personnel. Substantial experience with UPS WorldShip and FedEx Ship Manager including utilizing Integration with our ERP/MRP system.Continue to provide engineering support when necessary. -
Project EngineerSole Supports, Inc. Sep 2008 - PresentLyles, Tn, UsSuccessfully developed a CNC milling process intended to replace the current process utilized to manufacture the core of our custom foot orthotics. Successfully developed the process required to design the orthotics using Pro\Engineer's Reverse Engineering module along with the utilization of the data points from our current process. Successfully researched and procured a CNC Mill capable of machining the foot orthotics at a high rate of speed while maintaining the design intent. Was unsuccessful in sourcing a plastic that allowed us to machine the orthotics while retaining the mechanical properties realized with the existing material and processes. Successfully worked directly with the Director of Research, VP of Engineering, and members of the manufacturing team to streamline and implement the new process. Worked on other design projects as needed. In addition, design, program, and machine prototypes as needed. Also, successful in troubleshooting the CNC Routers in the milling departments, both in production and engineering. Also work directly with the maintenance department to ensure they are running properly and order parts when necessary.
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Sourcing EngineerThe Manitowoc Company Jun 2005 - Sep 2008Milwaukee, Wisconsin, UsSuccessfully managed the Cost Reduction (PCTO) program across three Business Units with a 3.2 million dollar annual goal. Was successful in working as the liason between internal departments (engineering, purchasing, & quality) and Asian manufacturers to bring in lower cost options for the components. Successfully worked with Manitowoc engineering and the manufacturers in China to ensure component quality and reliability. Also, was involved in negotiations and performed Supplier Audits at many manufacturer's sites in China. Successfully implemented several major projects with manufacturers located in China. Also, aided other Business Units with projects while in China. -
Manufacturing EngineerManufacturers Industrial Group (Mig) Sep 2004 - Jun 2005Successfully managed all machines and processes in Zone 2, which produced seat track parts for the Ford F-150. Successfully kept all DFMEA's and Control Charts up-to-date with any process changes that were made, such as adding poka yokes. Was successful in completing all 8D's required to solve issues for Zone 2. Successfully worked with Lean Engineer to streamline processes within Zone 2 to make each job more efficient and ergonomic.
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Design EngineerMidwest Air Technologies Mar 2003 - Jul 2004Successfully introduced 2 new air compressor products to market. Traveled to and worked directly with the factory in China. Also, performed Supplier Audits and worked on component designs directly with those Suppliers. Successfully helped to develop the test lab.
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Master Lab TechnicianDevilbiss Air Power Co / Pentair Tools Group Nov 1996 - Mar 2003Successfully programmed and machined a multitude of prototypes for the air compressor engineering group. Successfully worked with the Advanced R&D Department and the Product Engineers on all projects. Was successful in performing all product testing on air compressors that included testing for UL certification. Also, was successful in providing other prototypes for the generator, pressure washer, and air tool groups.
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Production SchedulerYoung Radiator Company 1989 - 1995Successfully managed the production scheduling for 3 departments in a facility with a very high number of manufacturing processes. Was successful in overseeing the Overall Efficiency process and helped to maintain a 95 plus percent efficiency month after month.
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Mark Barber Education Details
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Bethel UniversityManagement And Operations -
The University Of MemphisEngineering
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Jackson State Community CollegeEngineering
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Riverside High School
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