Angel M. Soto
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dynamic Plant Manager with a proven track record at Duray Westlighting Florescent, enhancing production efficiency and facility output through strategic process improvements and equipment upgrades. Skilled in plant and warehouse operations and adept at leading teams to exceed production goals. Expertise in negotiation and inventory oversight, achieving significant cost reductions and profit increases. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Manager
Duray Westlighting Florescent
11.1977 - Current
- Packing lighting fixtures.
- Material handler supplying production line with various parts to assemble lights.
Supervisor
- Increased production efficiency by optimizing plant layout and implementing process improvements.
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
- Increased output capacity by overseeing the installation of new machinery and upgrading existing equipment.
- Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
- Oversaw daily operations of [Number] sq. ft. manufacturing plant.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Pulled, verified, and packaged items for shipment.
- Prepared shipping documents and invoices, processed payments, and fielded client questions.
- Operated forklifts, lift trucks, and hand trucks to move items around warehouse.
- Maintained positive relationships with representatives of UPS, FedEX, USPS, and DHL shipping companies.
- Collaborated with sales team to ensure accurate order fulfillment and timely delivery of priority shipments.
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Negotiated favorable freight rates with carriers, leading to reduced transportation costs.
- Orchestrated routing by producing accurate shipping documentation and package labels.
- Stacked and stored pallets at end of shift to keep warehouse clean and organized.
- Investigated and adopted optimal shipping and receiving strategies by selecting best carriers, routes, and methods to minimize costs and enhance schedules.
- Communicated with vendor representatives to resolve damaged shipments and item shortages.
- Negotiated contracts with outside providers and rates for facility leases to minimize costs to company.
Education
Nicholas Senn High School
Chicago, ILSkills
- Plant and warehouse operations
- Production Management
- Plant Maintenance
- Equipment Operation
- Inventory Oversight
- Shipment Receiving and Processing
- Hand Truck Operation
- Shipment Coordination
- Materials Monitoring
Timeline
Plant Manager
Duray Westlighting Florescent
11.1977 - Current
Nicholas Senn High School