I'm a Production Manager in the packaging industry. I work with people and machines to produce quality products in the most streamlined and cost-effective way. My experience includes P&L, planning, sales, quoting, RFP's, time studies, vendor management, customer relations, direct oversight and, when necessary, repairing equipment. I do whatever it takes to deliver on time to my customer's satisfaction. My management philosophy is to get ahead of the problems. I have daily stand-up meetings to ensure that everything is on track, employees are clear on their daily objectives, and everyone and everything is working together.I am known as a motivational manager because I get buy-in from everyone involved and treat every person with dignity. Saying "thank you" goes a long way. I was "going to Gemba" long before the concept was popularized. I spend most of my time on the production floor to stay connected, ensure quality and be a part of the action. Sometimes you can anticipate problems just from the sounds.I have an entrepreneurial spirit. I started a contract packaging company in the early 90's (my first contract was with Nestle) and later sold it. I have done business with Ocean Spray Cranberries inc., International Paper, Strathmore Paper Company, Southworth Paper, Hublein, Carr's Crackers, Maple Grove Farms, Huntington Products (sold on QVC), OMG and others.
Listed skills include Training, Packaging, Materials, Sales, and 6 others.