Operations Manager
CurrentI build the people and the people build the business. I oversee all daily operations of the plant including production, manufacturing and logistics and insure policies and procedures are followed. I constantly develop processes that will maximize safety, quality and productivity. I currently manage about 100 people. I coordinate plant activities through the planning with departmental managers to insure the total manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost effective manner. This includes planning to control specific KPI's, including quality and speed. Since I arrived at Best and built and developed the team and all leadership positions, our ontime delivery hovers at 99%. Our employee turnover is very small and our people are happy. I led the implementation of the WMS and developed all production monitoring systems to make sure orders are visible throughout our operation. Implement cost effective systems of control over capital, operating expenditures, manpower, wages and salaries.Establish, refine and monitor overall plant performance for production, quality & safety standards.Control and minimize labor overtime, premium freight and repair expenses.Maintain existing plant facilities and equipment; replace, or make adjustments to plant facilities and equipment when necessary. Manage capital asset maintenance.Provide leadership and training to accomplish the company goals and objectives.Implements and maintains preventative maintenance programs.Incorporates shop floor organization and plant cleanliness among plant personnel.Provides direction, development and leadership to management team.