Damien Clayton
GRANDPRAIRIE,TX
Summary
Dedicated plant operations manager bringing a demonstrated record of success and several years of experience in the field manufacturing environments. Focused on controlling costs, eliminating overages and enhancing efficiency using a hands-on approach. Inspires and influences teams to build cohesion, enhance knowledge and increase productivity, safety and quality.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of post-secondary education
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Manager
Suncoast Post-tension
Irving, Texas
12.2024 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations of the manufacturing plant, ensuring streamlined production processes.
- Monitored plant performance metrics, driving improvements in throughput, quality, cost, and safety.
- Analyzed production schedules to meet delivery timelines and customer requirements.
- Developed maintenance schedules for equipment to minimize downtime during operations.
- Coordinated with teams to implement safety protocols, enhancing workplace safety standards.
- Managed inventory levels to maintain optimal supply for project needs.
Production Manager
NCH
Irving, Texas
02.2023 - 12.2024
- Monitored and controlled supply flow, including purchasing, storage, and movement of raw materials and work in progress inventory.
- Implemented strategies to reduce waste while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Maintained accurate records of production data such as labor costs, output, and quality control results.
- Followed all safety policies and regulations in accordance with company standards.
- Led team development initiatives to enhance skills and performance, including hiring, firing, disciplining, and coaching employees.
- Organized cycle counts of physical inventory to maintain accuracy of system data and improve inventory management.
- Managed budget for warehouse operations, overseeing labor costs and equipment maintenance expenses to ensure financial efficiency.
- Managed and developed a team by hiring, firing, disciplining, and coaching employees.
Production Manager
Mimeo
Memphis , TN
10.2021 - 01.2023
- Maximized production through creation and management of effective schedules, processes, and sequences.
- Achieve excellent productivity, customer service, cost, quality, and safety through both individual and team contributions.
- Monitored daily operations of the production team, providing guidance and support to enhance performance.
- Monitored the daily operations of the production team, providing guidance and support.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of materials throughout the production process.
- Managed materials to align with production goals and fulfill specific customer demands.
Operation Manager
Capital Automotive Reconditioning Services
Memphis
01.2018 - 10.2021
- Managed multiple aspects of the daily operation to ensure maximum efficiency, customer satisfaction, and employee management.
- Managed daily operations to enhance efficiency, improve customer satisfaction, and oversee employee management.
- Managed teams, conducted hiring interviews, and created weekly labor schedules to align staffing with operational needs.
- Mentored, directed, and coached employees to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
Warehouse Operations Supervisor
XPO Logistics
Memphis, TN
09.2014 - 01.2018
- Managed staffing, training, development, and coaching for 50 employees to support operational excellence.
- Led organizational productivity and promoted a winning attitude and fostered accountability to consistently exceed performance goals and expectations.
- Monitored and ensured facility key point indicators were met in a timely and cost-efficient manner.
- Safeguarded warehouse operations and contents and established and monitored security procedures and protocols, OSHA.
Education
Green Belt - Six Sigma
Institute of Business Management
Memphis, TNHigh School Diploma -
Whitehaven High School
Memphis, TN 08.1994 - 05.1998
Skills
- Operations Management
- Manufacturing management
- Quality Control
- Inventory management
- Inventory Control
- Health and safety management
- OSHA compliance
- Budget Management
- KPI tracking
- Data Analysis
- MS Excel
- Process Improvement
- Leadership Development
- Operations auditing
References
Upon Request
Certification
Six Sigma Green Belt
- First Aid/CPR
- Hazardous waste Response technician ( Republic Services)
- Confined Space Entry ( Republic Services)
Timeline
Plant Manager
Suncoast Post-tension
12.2024 - Current
Production Manager
NCH
02.2023 - 12.2024
Production Manager
Mimeo
10.2021 - 01.2023
Operation Manager
Capital Automotive Reconditioning Services
01.2018 - 10.2021
Warehouse Operations Supervisor
XPO Logistics
09.2014 - 01.2018
High School Diploma -
Whitehaven High School
08.1994 - 05.1998
Green Belt - Six Sigma
Institute of Business Management