10years as a skilled Ironworker tradesman/Foreman. Production manager at US Steel Gary Tin division. Operations Manager at ArcelorMittal/ Cleveland Cliffs Plant Manager @ Imperial ZincProficient Plant Manager with a proven talent for overseeing cross-functional teams primarily in manufacturing and industrial settings. Especially exceptional at maintaining daily production levels, implementing cost-effective preventative maintenance and ensuring optimal quality being produced. Accomplished team player with a commitment to sustained productivity spanning multiple production platforms. ● Implemented new processes, standard practices & procedures to greatly improve the day to day operations and production, increasing productivity numbers significantly, while simultaneously lowering safety incidents.Highlighted achievements:• Gained invaluable experience in manufacturing with extensive scope of responsibility and a proven track-record of delivering optimal results that exceeded operational goals and yields measurable outcomes.• Maintained strong operational process improvement through metrics of cost reduction, tactical planning, productivity gain, and revenue growth strategies.• Developed a highly-skilled staff for timely production schedules through safety and operational awareness.• Implemented policies in company employee handbook for both production expectations and staff training which led to improved standards and regulations.• Establishment of a highly effective, operationally safe environment through encouragement and motivation which promoted a friendly working environment for staff members.• Managed union employees and work closely with vendors and contractors.• Monitored all steps of the operation to ensure Standard Quality and Operating Practices and guidelines were being followed.• Reduced unit downtime and improve performance of facility equipment.• Developed and implemented operating methods and procedures designed to eliminate operating problems and improve product quality.• Planned and directed production activities for products in keeping with effective operations and cost factors.• Implementation of the production plan by coordinating material movement and equipment operation to meet customer specifications – including quality and delivery requirements.