Experience

Pollard Windows Inc.

• Canada
• Wholesale Building Materials
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Production Manager

  • Aug 2020 - Present

  Reporting to the Director of Operations as a part of the Executive team, the Production Manager oversees all daily operations of the plant ensuring policies and procedures are followed and helps to develop processes that will maximize safety, quality and productivity. Direct Reports: General Manufacturing Supervisor, Maintenance Supervisor & Shipping Supervisor Official Day to day • Coordinate all plant activities by working with Production Team (including scheduling and sales) and Departmental Managers to ensure that total manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely, cost effective and efficient manner using LEAN manufacturing processes. • Control and optimize labor overtime, premium freight and repair expenses. • Develop, plan, control, and implement the plant budget to maximize profits by utilizing Continuous Improvement initiatives. • Implement cost effective systems of control over operating expenditures, manpower, and participate in the managing of capital asset/improvement projects. • Establish and monitor overall plant performance for safety, production and quality standards, working closely with CI Manager, Quality Control, HR and Safety. Strategic • Implementing safety and preventative maintenance programs, incorporating and driving safety procedures and plant cleanliness as a priority through lean teachings (5S). • Incorporating shop floor organization with support from ACM, to ensure production processes are fluid, efficient, and effective. • Provide leadership and training to accomplish corporate goals/objectives/KPIs. • Provide direction, development and leadership to managerial personnel. • Participate in the hiring process and drive an effective training program to develop and appraise staff effectively. • Support teams, taking corrective actions as necessary and in a timely manner, in accordance with company policy. • Work with R&D in testing and implementing new materials and product lines. Show less



WestRock Company

• United States
• Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Quality and Safety Manager (Multiple promotions achieved over 4 years) green belt certified

  • Apr 2014 - Mar 2018

  Performance Excellence Leader at WestRock Milton 2014-2018 • Cross functional leadership promotions (Continuous Improvement Manager, Superintendent, Interim Plant Manager, Safety/Quality Manager). • Responsible for large capital investment projects (Evol install - $15 million). Provided playbook for success, interface with contractors, maintain safety of team, budget and timelines. • Green Belt Projects contributed $300,000+ to P&L (Net Waste, Margin Improvement). • Black Belt Project (CNQ reduction). • Complete, well rounded expertise of corrugated process and proven ability to positively contribute to team success. (DLP - Developing Leaders Program). • Advanced Safety Leadership Training, NSF Food Safety Training, First aid trained, JHSC chair, IT champion (KIWI super user). Show less



Atlantic Packaging Products Ltd.

• Canada
• Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
• 500 - 600 Employee

• Production Supervisor

  • 2012 - 2014

  • Responsible for team of 25 unionized employees on rotating production schedule. • Maintained safety, quality and production targets with a daily continuous improvement mindset. • Responsible for team of 25 unionized employees on rotating production schedule. • Maintained safety, quality and production targets with a daily continuous improvement mindset.



Paper Works Inc

• Continuous Improvement Manager

  • 2010 - 2012

  • Continuously improve supply chain processes to optimize efficiency, capacity, productivity, cost, quality and reliability. • Analyze processes (manpower, methods, machine, materials, and environment) to identify gaps that require addressing to achieve KPI targets such as Customer Service, Quality Index, and operational efficiencies. • Build processes that currently do not exist – e.g. Implement new metrics, implement machine centerlines. • Improve existing processes – e.g. line changeovers, balance line equipment speeds. • Identify and implement cost-savings opportunities. • Ensure a data based approach is being used to support and drive the decision making process • Identify bottlenecks, then create and implement corrective actions including capital projects as required. • Lead continuous improvement teams comprised of operators, supervisors, and trades • Be a key resource to assist these departments in meeting their goals • Develop and implement ‘best practices’; share across the organization • Work with the Department Managers to increase the effectiveness of the supervisory group • Be a resource to implement initiatives such as 5S, Kaizen and Operator maintenance/ QC activities Show less



MeadWestvaco (MWV)

• United States
• Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Account Manager

  • 2005 - 2010

  • Utilize MWV marketing, technical & customer service to continuously achieve goals and objectives within territory. • Develop and grow key relationships with executive and operations personnel within portfolio to enhance sales value proposition. • Utilize MWV value propositions to specific market segments to develop and identify opportunities to grow or add new business. • Continuously work to be the “supplier of choice” by fully understanding the customers key buying factors and developing a value proposition around it. • Facilitate and lead presentations for quarterly/annual updates both internally and customer facing. Show less