Open To Work
CARL HOOKS JR.
Silver Lake
Work Preference
Summary
Accomplished plant manager with expertise in process optimization and employee engagement. Proven track record in managing daily operations and implementing quality control measures, leading to enhanced workflow efficiency and consistent high-quality production.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
PLANT MANAGER
Forest River
Wakarusa
05.2014 - Current
- Managed the daily operations of the plant, including scheduling personnel and equipment.
- Oversaw production schedules and optimized workflow processes.
- Improved workflow processes to maximize efficiency and enhance operations.
- Coordinated machinery maintenance to minimize downtime, ensuring consistent production flow.
- Monitored plant performance metrics, such as throughput, quality, cost, and safety.
- Led team of supervisors to improve employee performance and engagement.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends, supporting targeted efficiency initiatives.
- Analyzed current production processes to identify areas of improvement.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain product integrity.
- Enforced product standards and monitored quality levels to sustain high-quality daily production.
- Resolved operational challenges promptly to maintain workflow efficiency.
- Facilitated resource utilization for labor, materials, and equipment in production departments.
- Collaborated with supply chain teams to manage inventory levels effectively.
- Eliminated materials waste and unnecessary labor hours to reduce costs.
- Developed and administered budgets for inventory, labor hours and overhead expenses.
- Oversaw production budget and approved expenditures to direct spending.
- Negotiated materials with suppliers to remain within budget.
- Contributed to new plant startup and implementation of processes for manufacturing, shipping and receiving and inventory management.
Skills
- Operations management
- Production control
- Production scheduling
- Quality control
- Process optimization
- Lean manufacturing
- Budget management
- Inventory management
- Safety compliance
- ISO compliance
- Equipment maintenance
Timeline
PLANT MANAGER
Forest River
05.2014 - Current