Experience

Newstripe Inc

• United States
• Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Manager

  • Mar 2021 - - Halen



RMO

• United States
• Medical Equipment Manufacturing
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Plant Manager – Manufacturing ￨ Maintenance

  • 2012 - Mar 2021

  Capitalize on the opportunity to lead forward-thinking manufacturing initiatives, including overseeing 90+ production staff and a 5-person maintenance department across multiple facilities within a 1-city block.Recruit, train, mentor, and manage a top-performing team of associates in exceeding objectives. Optimize the use of labor resources to achieve production goals by planning and prioritizing scheduling and workflow.Ensure manufacturing and maintenance best practices to comply with health and safety standards. Direct all cross-functional committees, including Safety, OSHA, Continuous Improvement, and Production Control. Key Accomplishments:• Reduced staffing costs by over 15%.• Completed OSHA 10- and 30-Hour Safety Programs.• Generated a second-year increase in production throughput by 37%.• Noted as a Certified Employee Coach and ISO 13485.16 Certified Auditor.• Consistently achieved and maintained 2- to 3-day delivery of standard products.• Saved $100,000 in annual costs by boosting preventative maintenance and replacing equipment.



Turnbull Mfg. Co.

• President

  • 2010 - 2012

  Strategically steered results-focused expansion of firearm restoration operations to meet increased customer demand, including directing all tactical plans to market new products and qualifications encompassing Turnbull Manufactured Firearms in collaboration with company manufacturing clients. Built highly profitable relationships with European vendors.Rebranded the company’s image by shifting the perception of family-operated business to a full-service manufacturing corporation. Conceptualized, developed, and implemented a dynamic new marketing strategy utilizing print, video, and social media to target high-volume customers.Key Accomplishments:• Rapidly promoted to President tasked with doubling the size of the facility.• Initiated cost-saving efforts through strategic budget planning in all business areas.• Increased business 94% by building mutually beneficial relationships within the industry.• Decreased operating costs 20% and grew company sales to compete on an international level.• Reduced overhead by reassessing workers’ compensation costs and interest on an outstanding debt.

• General Manager

  • 2005 - 2010

  Spearheaded profit-generating daily operations, including driving sales, manufacturer relationship-building, and new business development. Coordinated and managed all human resources efforts, including recruiting, training, mentoring, and managing highly skilled team members.Handled all finance-based activities. Ensured ongoing compliance with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF). Proactively monitored accounts payable / receivables by implementing cost-saving strategies throughout daily operations.Key Accomplishments:• Continually assessed new market trends and competitor analysis.• Boosted associate production hours by 200 to 300 per associate per year.• Increased overall repeat customer base by 85% by consistently meeting expectations.• Designed a nationwide marketing plan via exposure from NASCAR in coordination with Texas Motor Speedway, and increased market share by pursuing manufacturers through key trade shows and travel.• Recognized as Project Manager in the design and construction of expanded facility space to ultimately double the size of a production area to better meet and / or exceed customer needs and expectations.



CAR Engineering and Manufacturing, Inc.

• United States
• Machinery Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Manager

  • 2000 - 2005

  Led targeted decision-making in the efficient operations of a fast-paced CNC Department, including coordinating and managing production scheduling of 55 CNC machining centers, 65 associates, and 17 subcontractors within a 3-shift, 7-day operation.Cost-effectively managed a $4-milion budget, including overseeing all raw material and subcontracting business. Delivered daily insight on business trending, activities, and opportunities. Provided multimillion-dollar contract management while upholding customer retention through timely product delivery.Launched a new Manufacturing Operating System (E-2) to produce immediate operating efficiencies by linking accounting, manufacturing, quality control, shipping, and receiving.Key Accomplishments:• Increased customer base 110% by targeting key customer demographics.• Increased sales 25% by improving employee retention and reducing operating costs.• Reduced soft costs for customers by introducing value-added assembly, testing, and procurement.• Reduced expenses 20% by expertly monitoring supply purchases and renegotiating supplier contracts.• Continually honored with performance awards for achieving 98.9% on-time rating in quality and delivery.



Wordingham Technologies

• United States
• Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Operations Manager

  • 1990 - 2000

  Played a vital role in directing all daily operations, including scheduling production for 65 CNC machines and support equipment, as well as prioritizing workflow for 45 associates within a dual shift system.Led 10 years of 100% high-quality and on-time delivery by meeting customer expectations with accurate inventory levels.Key Accomplishments:• Successfully partnered with the owner to prepare the company for sale.• Launched a Manufacturing Operating System (E-2) to improve company consistency.• Seamlessly relocated entire operation within 72 hours without disruption to productivity.• Reduced costs of raw material and subcontracting by sourcing most efficient supplies and suppliers.