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CRAIG POOR

LETTS,IA

Summary

Dynamic factory manager with a combined 25 years of supervisory experience across multiple successful companies with a commitment to continuous improvement and customer relations. Proven track record in mentoring teams and driving performance through effective communication and lean principles. Skilled in managing budgets and fostering a culture of safety and teamwork.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Worker

S&J Tube
03.2022 - Current

Tube mill operator-6 months

Terrace Roll Form- 6 months

Team Lead- 1 year

Group Leader- current

  • Collaborated with other departments to resolve issues during manufacturing operations.
  • Trained new employees on safe operating procedures for all machines used in the facility.
  • Organize the work area at the end of the shift to ensure it is ready for the next shift's production and success.

Factory Manager

Raymond Corp
02.2013 - 02.2022
  • working with plant manager, assists with the development of project plans, goals and objectives in support of the company's Strategic plan. Cascades information regarding the plan to subordinates to ensure functional areas are fully aligned with organization
  • mentors and coaches employees by sharing job specific knowledge. Encourages training and development opportunities
  • manages performance through clear objective setting; engages in timely and meaningful performance appraisals and discussions to foster an environment of open communication
  • understands customer requirements and focuses on high leverage opportunities to ensure customer satisfaction. Ensures employees understand their customer need to ensure excellent relationships with external and internal customers
  • sets an example by treating all employees with dignity and respect and by applying consistent and fair implementation of company policies across functional areas of responsibility
  • communicates effectively both orally and in writing. Demonstrates excellent listening skills to foster and environment of two-way, open communication in all interactions
  • champions safety as integral part of everyone's job and holds self and employees accountable to the highest standard of safe conduct

Supervisor

Alpla
09.2011 - 02.2013
  • Alpla-oversaw B& D shift injection/blow molding activities for products to ship to Proctor and Gamble - responsible for entering production numbers and quality results to ensure financial goals were achieved

Supervisor

HON
05.2005 - 06.2011
  • HON —Wood fab Dept.

Supervisor

Allsteel
03.1994 - 05.2005

Education

B.A. - Business Administration

Graceland University
Lamoni, IA
01.1992

Skills

  • Continuous improvement —TPS Working knowledge of lean principles
  • External and internal customer relations ISO 9001
  • Budget management Visual management Commitment to teamwork Gemba and Genchi
  • Cross functional team involvement with regards to training MRO
  • Powder paint and wet paint systems chemical storage and disposal
  • Lasers, brake presses, Lathes, Vertical and Horizontal machining centers, and Hem saws
  • 25 years supervisory experience

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Worker

S&J Tube
03.2022 - Current

Factory Manager

Raymond Corp
02.2013 - 02.2022

Supervisor

Alpla
09.2011 - 02.2013

Supervisor

HON
05.2005 - 06.2011

Supervisor

Allsteel
03.1994 - 05.2005

B.A. - Business Administration

Graceland University