Eddie Auman
Conover,NC
Summary
Advanced Operations Manager offering over 38 years of experience and proven success in manufacturing and production, quality assurance and leadership. Highly skilled in streamlining operations and improving throughput with continuous process improvement and cross-functional collaboration. Accomplished in building high-performing teams, inspiring staff to achieve goals and achieving Organization Strategic Goals.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Plant Manager
Snyder Paper
Newton, NC
06.2024 - 03.2026
- Snyder enjoys a rich history of partnering with the furniture industry to deliver the best-in-class custom cushion. Responsible for overseeing the daily operations of 5 Million Manufacturing Plant with sixty employees.
- Develop Strategy: Coordinate with corporate management team to ensure production outcomes.
- Manage Teams: Plan, schedule, and assign teams to efficiently meet production goals.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers and customers, ensuring timely delivery of raw materials for uninterrupted production and customer delivery.
- Implemented safety procedures to decrease workplace accidents and maintain a safe working environment for all employees.
- Optimized scheduling processes for better resource allocation and workflow management. One of the first companies to switch to the CAD technology.
- Facilitated clear communication between departments, fostering collaboration towards shared goals in the manufacturing plant setting.
Cushion Supervisor
Lexington Home Brands
Hildebran, NC
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Oversaw daily operations of the Cushions, Upholstery, Trim, and QI departments ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Increased team productivity by 80% implementing efficient work goals and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
Area Operations Manager
Snyder Paper
Hickory, NC
06.2015 - 09.2021
- Snyder enjoys a rich history of partnering with the furniture industry to deliver the best-in-class custom cushion.
- Member of the Senior Management Team with key responsibilities of all five company manufacturing activities, strategic execution and coordination of resources to create excellent products.
- Oversee outcomes of five Manufacturing Plants with 40 Million in revenues, five Plant Managers, eleven Supervisors, and nearly 400 Production and assembly staff. Plants are located in the Piedmont Region of North Carolina with the corporate office in Hickory and regional plants located in Conover, High Point and Newton.
- Develop Strategy: Determine the strategic direction of the company's manufacturing plants, setting the plan for products, processes, and factory relations while increasing efficiency and profitability.
- Manage Teams: Coordination of engineering teams, quality control, and production in order to ensure the smooth execution of products. Meet daily with all managers and set key indicators for evaluating plant performance. Round plants to support frontline staff and supervisors in accomplishing goals.
- Implement Systems: Create, refine and implement processes to minimize error. Experiment with methods for improvement and the adoption of new approaches.
- Contribute to Product Development: Collaborate closely with designers and engineers in product development phase prior to devoting resources to large scale production.
- Provide Training: Serve as a coach and mentor to ensure employee engagement and personal development. Provide training for protocols, usage of new equipment/systems. industry best practices, and team development.
General Manager of Operations
Snyder Paper High Point Plant
Hickory, NC
04.2004 - 01.2015
- Responsible for overseeing the daily operations of manufacturing plant with sixty employees.
- Develop Strategy: Coordinate with corporate management to ensure production outcomes.
- Manage Teams: Plan, schedule, and assign teams to efficiently.
- Provide Training: Plan, schedule, and assign teams to efficiently meet product goals.
- Key Accomplishment: Increased production by 80% to the highest performing plant in the community portfolio.
General Manager
Claude Gable Inc
High Point, NC
05.1981 - 09.2004
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
- Managed 7 supervisor and 500 plus employees.
- Worked with product deferment to improve
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Davidson County Community College
Thomasville, NC05-1980
Skills
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Supply chain distribution
- Work flow planning
- Risk analysis and management
Accomplishments
Accomplished Area Manufacturing Manager with demonstrated ability to stabilize complex operations, mentor future leaders, and drive profitability. One of my top accomplishments is shifting from tactical improvements to strategic, long-term impactful and turnaround capabilities, while building legacy teams with record outcomes
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Timeline
Manufacturing Plant Manager
Snyder Paper
06.2024 - 03.2026
Cushion Supervisor
Lexington Home Brands
09.2022 - 06.2024
Area Operations Manager
Snyder Paper
06.2015 - 09.2021
General Manager of Operations
Snyder Paper High Point Plant
04.2004 - 01.2015
General Manager
Claude Gable Inc
05.1981 - 09.2004
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Davidson County Community College