Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Like To Golf, Fish and spend time with my family
References
Timeline
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Al Thorpe

Prague,OK

Summary

Experienced Plant Manager adept at improving output, maximizing quality and boosting employee satisfaction with hands-on management style. Recognized as effective business manager and motivational leader. Successful manufacturing management career spanning 30 years. Committed with strong production background. Focused on maintaining team safety and meeting challenging performance targets. Skilled in managing supplies and keeping line moving smoothly. Smoothly direct employees carrying out operations to achieve demanding production goals, schedules and budget targets. Driven leader with excellent analytical, decision-making and project management abilities. Maintain employee focus and achieve quality targets with hands-on supervision.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Manager

East Central University
05.2024 - Current
  • Managed landscaping and grounds crew
  • Managed HVAC, plumbing, and electrical crews.

Plant Manager

Blue Wave Boats/Parks Manufacturing
08.2006 - 02.2024
  • Increased production efficiency by optimizing plant layout and implementing process improvements.
  • Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
  • Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
  • Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
  • Led, trained and coached plant staff to facilitate high levels of productivity and quality.
  • Balanced labor needs with production schedules to optimize workforce utilization while maintaining output targets.
  • Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.
  • Collaborated with engineering team to design new machinery, resulting in increased production capacity.
  • Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.
  • Planned operations to meet established schedules, factoring in order demands and business forecasts.

Supervisor

Wrangler
03.1993 - 08.2006
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
  • Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
  • Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.
  • Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.

Teacher/Coach

Prague Public Schools
08.1987 - 12.1992

I coached Basketball, Softball and Baseball.

I taught High School and Middle School Science.

  • Promoted a positive classroom environment with a focus on mutual respect and collaboration among students.
  • Improved student communication skills by incorporating group activities and presentations into the curriculum.
  • Coached Basketball, Softball, and Baseball
  • Taught Middle School Science
  • Taught High School Science

Athletic Training Intern

Philadelphia Eagles
06.1987 - 08.1987
  • Provided on-site first aid and emergency care at athletic events, prioritizing athlete safety and wellbeing.
  • Improved athletes'' recovery times with the timely administration of appropriate therapeutic modalities.
  • Assisted in maintaining accurate documentation of all injuries, treatments, and progress reports, ensuring proper communication between stakeholders.
  • Provided emergency care, first aid and initial evaluations for any injury occurring on field, during practice, or while exercising.
  • Applied therapeutic modalities and procedures to treat injuries.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Physical Education/Athletic Trainer/Coach

East Central University
Ada, OK
05.1987

High School Diploma -

Hominy High School
Hominy, OK
05.1982

Skills

  • Plant and warehouse operations
  • Operations Management
  • Production Planning
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Production Scheduling
  • Scheduling
  • Logistics Coordination
  • Work Delegation
  • Team Development
  • Forklift Operation
  • Production Schedule Review
  • Project Management

Accomplishments

    I am Certified by Suzuki, Mercury, Yamaha, to pre wire boats with these engines.

    I have worked my way up the chain of command by being dependable, able to communicate with employees.

    I have never forgotten what it is like to be an employee I believe this helps get employees to buy in.

Certification

Suzuki, Yamaha, and Mercury have certified me to wire and install motors.


Troubleshoot electrical issues for Suzuki, Mercury, and Yamaha

Like To Golf, Fish and spend time with my family

I have two Sons that I love to play golf with and spend as much time as possible with.

My family loves to go spend time at the lake.

I enjoy helping my Church

References

Mike Hill (405) 306-9585 Retired School Administrator

Bryan Clardy VP Human Resources ASSA ABLOY Perimeter Services (270) 282-1811

Chip Gerlach VP Engineering/Operations G3 Boats (941) 809-0129

Timeline

Project Manager

East Central University
05.2024 - Current

Plant Manager

Blue Wave Boats/Parks Manufacturing
08.2006 - 02.2024

Supervisor

Wrangler
03.1993 - 08.2006

Teacher/Coach

Prague Public Schools
08.1987 - 12.1992

Athletic Training Intern

Philadelphia Eagles
06.1987 - 08.1987

Bachelor of Science - Physical Education/Athletic Trainer/Coach

East Central University

High School Diploma -

Hominy High School
Al Thorpe