MICHAEL D. GILL
Logan,UT
Summary
Detail-oriented, organized and self directed meticulous professional. Works at fast pace to meet tight deadlines. Apply creative and analytical approach to operations for continuous process improvement. Skilled at identifying and anticipating problems and providing solutions. Effectively operates autonomously to troubleshoot and fix concerns while conferring with management and others. Excellent record of success in inventory audits and product control. Dedicated to accurate record-keeping, worksite safety and timely issue resolution.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Assistant Manager
Pepperidge Farm
03.2005 - Current
- Currently working on implementation of DMAIC process for improvement of workflow and cost reduction.
- Receive and ship $2M in product according to company policies and procedures weekly.
- Master user of SAP warehousing software for shipping, tracking and monitoring inventory.
- Participate in regular inventory audits for account and state of usability.
- Licensed forklift/scissor lift/wave user for over 17 years.
- Use inventive thinking to streamline and complete processes when conventional methods prove ineffective.
- Daily use of Microsoft Office tools, using tables, pivot tables and ability to write basic algorithms.
- Authored 90% of safety training materials and work instructions.
- Expand understanding by listening, asking clarifying questions, and reporting back on projects.
- Assisted in project to redesign current warehouse layout by implementing spaghetti graphs, Venn diagrams and other data collecting processes with initial cost savings of $8 million with $1.5 million savings annually.
- Recognized for becoming most efficient warehouse at Pepperidge Farm by 2:1 ratio.
- Selected to oversee warehouse start-up in Morrow, GA.
- Promote safety policies and practices among personnel, enforcing appropriate handling and use of equipment and products.
- Track trends and discrepancies to create short term plans, to obtain long term goals.
- Collaborate with management and team to implement new projects, procedures and policies and achieve benchmarks for production, quality and safety.
- Change parameters on current projects with minimal disruption through involvement and problem solving.
- Oversee upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
- Fostering buy-in with new projects and processes by utilizing others talents, background and experiences.
Production Line Manager
Pepperidge Farm
04.1996 - 03.2005
- Expertly managed fully automated line with 9+ employees Improved processes contributing to significant cost savings.
- Assisted in designing, building, and starting new production line.
- Managed budget to keep within acceptable costs.
- Forecasted labor, production volume, and potential increases.
- Completed and submitted weekly, monthly and yearly reports to support executive decision making for budgeting and new capital expenditures.
- Facilitated production line start-up in Lakeland, FL, by effectively training personnel and troubleshooting equipment .
- Directed manufacturing process and procedures to achieve goal of first run capability.
- Created and regularly updated department work instructions and reports.
- Applied lean practices to balance workflow and eliminate unnecessary steps.
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow and output to resolve issues quickly.
- Implemented program changes to identify and quickly resolve root cause issues bottlenecking production levels.
- Assessed manufacturing processes and recommended improvements to increase productivity as well as possible capital expenditures.
- Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees.
- Worked as liaison between workers, maintenance, management and QA.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Utah State University
Logan, UT04.1997
Certificate - Automated Manufaturing
Bridgerland Applied Technology College
Logan, UT05.2018
Certificate - Controls Engineeing
Bridgerland Applied Technology College
Logan, UT12.2019
Skills
- Project Management
- Logistics Analysis and Data Collection
- Advanced problem solving skills for design and execution(TQM)
- Lean manufacturing and design(Six Sigma)
- Time Based Focus on implementation and execution
- Project planning and development
- High Motivation through self discipline
- Data Collection and interpretation
- GMP's/Performance Tracking
- SOP/Safety Author/Master Trainer/Facilitator
- Use empathy and understanding to engage employees in problem solving
- Show excitement for process and not just end result
Technical Skills
- SAP warehouse software expert
- Microsoft Office
- Adobe Creative Cloud(Firefly)
- Basic Solid Works Designer
- RS Logix5000 PLC/Ladder Logic Programming
- PLC/Electrical Wiring
- Hydraulics/Pneumatics/Mechanic
- Basic electrical theory & wiring
- HMI Programming
- Basic Networking
Certification
- Forklift/Scissor Lift/Wave certified
- Lean Manufacturing
- Continuous Improvement
- Root Cause Analysis
- OSHA 501/ISO 9001/9002
- Workplace First Responder
Accomplishments
- Pepperidge Farm "Make a Difference Award" for successful line start up and improved processes saving $12 million.
- Pepperidge Farm "Extraordinary Performance Award" for being fully engaged, inspiring trust, executing with excellence, and producing extraordinary results.
Volunteer Experience
- Event Administrator and Judge at the Utah Science Olympiad for 8+ years
- Presided over a local church unit, investing countless hours to lead, assist, and serve 4,000 members for 7+ years
- Oversaw, organized and implemented a youth leadership camp for 200 boys over 10+ years
Hobbies and Interests
Space Science
Amateur astronomy
3D printing and design with my children
Documentaries
Miniature Trains
Salt Water Aquarium
Building computers with my children
Stock Market
Timeline
Warehouse Assistant Manager
Pepperidge Farm
03.2005 - Current
Production Line Manager
Pepperidge Farm
04.1996 - 03.2005
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Utah State University
Certificate - Automated Manufaturing
Bridgerland Applied Technology College
Certificate - Controls Engineeing
Bridgerland Applied Technology College