Barry T. Gunn
Flowood,MS
Summary
Currently my overall goal is to seek full time employment. I have a wide range of managerial experience, as well as forklift, over 8 years of SAP, and warehouse experience. Adding me to your business would be a great asset for your company.
Professional with proven track record in managing factory operations and driving process improvements. Valued for effective team collaboration and delivering consistent results. Recognized for adaptability and reliability in dynamic environments, with skills in operational management and workforce leadership.
Diligent Factory Manager with comprehensive experience in overseeing factory operations and ensuring production efficiency. Known for successfully managing teams and streamlining processes to enhance productivity. Demonstrated ability in problem-solving and resource management.
Experienced with process optimization and team leadership in manufacturing environment. Utilizes strategic planning to enhance operational efficiency and productivity. Track record of implementing effective resource management and quality control measures.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Factory Manager
UNICOR
06.2018 - Current
- - Directly supervise civilian staff and indirectly supervise inmate workers. Oversee planning, coordination, and direction of factory activities to meet UNICOR objectives
- - Manage business, manpower, fiscal, and production issues. Knowledgeable in manufacturing processes, plant layout, equipment, specifications, and blueprints
- - Analyze financial, cost, and manufacturing information to deliver solutions. Skilled in using Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) software packages, including SAP
- - Knowledge of clothing and textiles manufacturing processes. Responsible for the receipt, technical review, and acceptance of contracts
- - Maintain close liaison with UNICOR management staff at the facility and corporate office to ensure efficient factory operations
- - Maintain production schedules, plan and assign work, evaluate performance of federal civilian employees, and oversee the training of federal inmate workers
- - Ensure adherence to safety and security procedures, and proper use of tools and equipment in the shop
- - Recommend staff for awards, promotions, demotions, reassignments, and possible disciplinary actions
- - Utilize SAP software to manage various business operations, including material requirements planning, production planning, and financial management. Proficient in navigating SAP modules related to manufacturing and supply chain processes
- - Evaluates current business processes and identify areas for improvement needs for production
- - Propose strategies and solutions to enhance efficiency, increase profits, and reduce costs
- - Compile and present findings and recommendations to management in the form of reports and presentations
- - Assist in implementing new systems, procedures, or organizational changes
- - Track the effectiveness of implemented changes and make further adjustments as needed
- - Work closely with other managers, employees, and other to understand their needs and ensure successful implementation of proposed solutions
- - Maintains current knowledge of sales trends and best practices to provide other factories with well-informed advice
- - Evaluates financial data to help UNICOR budget more effectively and allocate resources wisely
- - Posts confirmation transactions in SAP to document production
- - Ensures all workflow changes in the factory are matched in the SAP routings Ensure all BOM (Bill of Materials) are accurate
- - Reviews and approves all local purchase needs, and release the purchase orders (via ME28) in SAP
- - Ensure that the reconciliation of card holder's statements is balanced at the end of each month
- - Determines sufficient manpower resources exist
- - Monitors workload to determine if production goals within the factory will be met
Distribution Service Representative
UNICOR
02.2017 - 06.2018
- - Managed daily operations for the Recycling Clothing or Distribution Service, including sorting, packaging, assembly, and distribution of merchandise
- - Organized and scheduled assembly, packaging, and shipping processes to meet customer requirements efficiently
- - Reviewed incoming orders, set priorities, and established deadlines to ensure timely order completion
- - Assigned tasks to inmate workers and provided guidance to ensure adherence to contract specifications
- - Maintained adequate levels of finished goods, ensuring no delays in scheduled work
- - Oversaw the full operation of the UNICOR Warehouse, including receipt, handling, inmate accountability, distribution, and shipment of materials and supplies
- - Supplied necessary materials to two textile factories, an additional UNICOR Warehouse, and the Recycling Clothing or Distribution Service
- - Coordinated delivery schedules with vendors and resolved order discrepancies, ensuring receipt of merchandise or appropriate credits
Materials Handler Supervisor
UNICOR
12.2014 - 02.2017
- - Responsible for receiving and shipping stock transfer orders
- - Operated SAP and Kronos daily to coordinate the everyday functions of UNICOR
- - Planned and established inmate leave schedules and attendance
- - Made recommendations for inmate promotions, reassignments, and discipline
- - Created cycle counts in SAP biweekly to maintain inventory and keep counts updated
- - Prepared shipments for finished goods and raw materials, ensuring adherence to ISO and Quality Standards
- - Maintained adequate shipping and receiving documents to meet ISO and Quality Standards
- - Determined the order for loading materials and organized incoming shipments for maximum space, safety considerations, and damage protection
- - Operated forklifts and other necessary heavy equipment daily
Education
AS - Criminal Justice
ITT- Technical
Madison, MS01.2011
Skills
- SAP/ERP
- Management
- Budget Planning
- Communication
- Problem-solving
- Forklift Operator
- Customer focus
- Production planning
- ISO standards
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of staff members.
Certification
Forklift
Timeline
Factory Manager
UNICOR
06.2018 - Current
Distribution Service Representative
UNICOR
02.2017 - 06.2018
Materials Handler Supervisor
UNICOR
12.2014 - 02.2017
AS - Criminal Justice
ITT- Technical
Communication
- - Demonstrated ability to set a clear and compelling vision for the team or organization
- - Skilled in developing and executing strategic plans that align with organizational goals
- - Proven experience in fostering team spirit, collaboration, and high performance among team members
- - Adept at making informed and timely decisions, even under pressure
- - Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate ideas and plans effectively
- - Strong problem-solving skills, with a track record of identifying and resolving issues efficiently
- - Experience in mentoring and developing team members to achieve their full potential
- - Ability to adapt to changing environments and lead teams through transitions smoothly
- - Proficient in managing and resolving conflicts within the team to maintain a positive work environment
- - Focused on achieving results and driving the team towards success
Leadership
- - Successfully led a team to exceed sales goals while maintaining excellent customer satisfaction scores.
- - Successfully led projects that resulted in significant business improvements or growth
- - Streamlined processes to improve team productivity and efficiency
- - Played a pivotal role in achieving revenue targets or surpassing financial goals
- - Identified and executed cost-saving measures that positively impacted the organization's bottom line
- - Implemented programs or initiatives that boosted employee morale and engagement