Chris Pope
Thomaston,GA
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 23 years.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Manager
Kampack
McDonough, GA
06.2023 - 05.2024
- 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.
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
- Led, trained and coached plant staff to facilitate high levels of productivity and quality.
- Forecasted future production needs accurately, allowing for strategic decision-making regarding staffing levels, equipment investments, and inventory management.
- Collaborated with sales team to align plant capabilities with customer demands, fostering long-term business relationships.
Plant Superintendent
Packaging Corporation of America
12.2021 - 06.2023
- Oversee all manufacturing and maintenance performance
- Oversees P-n-L and budgeting activities
- Reduced maintenance spend by 15% by implementation of Preventative Maintenance processes
- Established KPI and lead improvement initiatives.
Production Superintendent
01.2018 - 12.2021
- Led process improvement projects resulting in streamlined workflows, reduced cycle times, and improved equipment utilization rates.
- Oversaw workforce of 30 employees in manufacturing department.
- Mentored junior team members to develop their skills, enhancing overall workforce competency and effectiveness.
- Fostered a positive work environment by emphasizing teamwork, clear communication channels, and professional development opportunities for employees.
- Managed supplier relationships to secure high-quality materials at competitive prices, supporting cost-effective production processes.
Production Superintendent
Packaging Corporation of America
01.2012 - 01.2018
- Implemented processes to reduce inventory loss, waste management, and continuous improvement
- Increased corrugator performance more than 5% while reducing waste 1.6%
- Recognized as plant of the year both 2014 and 2017.
- Led process improvement projects resulting in streamlined workflows, reduced cycle times, and improved equipment utilization rates.
- Conducted root cause analysis on production issues and implemented corrective actions, minimizing recurrence of errors or defects.
Corrugator Supervisor
01.2001 - 01.2012
- Reduced waste by 10% by evaluating production and implementing process changes.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
Education
Business Management
Polk State College
Mellow Valley High School
01.2000
Skills
- Plant and warehouse operations
- Controlling costs
- Safety practices
- Administering budgets
- Continuous improvement strategies
- Operations Management
- Maintenance Scheduling
- Cost Control
- Employee Performance Reviews
- Staff Scheduling
- Critical Thinking
- Customer Expectations Management
- Organizational Policies
- Project Management
Timeline
Plant Manager
Kampack
06.2023 - 05.2024
Plant Superintendent
Packaging Corporation of America
12.2021 - 06.2023
Production Superintendent
01.2018 - 12.2021
Production Superintendent
Packaging Corporation of America
01.2012 - 01.2018
Corrugator Supervisor
01.2001 - 01.2012
Business Management
Polk State College
Mellow Valley High School