Danny Nobles
Cerro Gordo,NC
Summary
Multi-talented Senior Executive knowledgeable about sales, operations, and personnel management. Successful at stepping into diverse positions and making immediate positive contributions. Focused on optimizing operations and motivating employees while establishing market dominance. Veteran Senior Executive adept at increasing profit margins by growing sales and reducing costs. Hands-on, proactive manager with adaptable and creative approach. Driven to always be improving business operations. Specializing in Apparel & Textile with 40 plus years track record of success. High-achieving senior executive bringing expertise in business planning, revenue development and change management. Offers 40 plus years of leadership in Engineering & Management along with entrepreneurial, forward-thinking mindset and demonstrated track record of accomplishment. Skilled Executive with 40 plus years of business development and strategic planning expertise. Adept at implementing improvements to optimize efficiency in business operations. Highly skilled in process optimization, consulting in engineering & management.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
Work History
VP of Operations
Total Solutions & Logistics Corp
12.2002 - Current
- Optimized supply chain management for improved product availability and reduced lead times.
- Managed large-scale projects, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the organization by implementing best practices in operations management and providing ongoing training for staff members.
- Instituted risk management protocols to proactively address potential issues before they escalated into major problems affecting business operations or customer satisfaction levels.
VP of Operations
IN7 INC
04.1998 - 12.2001
- Optimized supply chain management for improved product availability and reduced lead times.
- Managed large-scale projects, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the organization by implementing best practices in operations management and providing ongoing training for staff members.
- Instituted risk management protocols to proactively address potential issues before they escalated into major problems affecting business operations or customer satisfaction levels.
- Cultivated strong vendor relationships, enabling effective negotiation on pricing and terms for better cost control.
- Implemented an effective workforce planning strategy, balancing staffing needs with budgetary constraints while maintaining optimal employee engagement levels.
Industrial Engineer
Smithfield Packing
02.1995 - 03.1998
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for complex engineering challenges.
- Drafted equipment layout plans to enhance workplace efficiency for new and existing production floors.
- Conducted time studies for various manufacturing processes, optimizing workstations and reducing cycle times.
- Enhanced overall operational efficiency through redesigning workflow and layout of production lines.
- Streamlined material handling and material flow procedures to reduce overall production times and shorten lead times on custom orders.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives, identifying inefficiencies in existing systems and processes.
Plant Manager
Badger Sportswear
02.1991 - 02.1995
- Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.
- Led, trained and coached plant staff to facilitate high levels of productivity and quality.
- Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations, and achieving KPIs.
- Promoted collaborative work environment to motivate and engage staff to achieve company objectives.
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Maintained quality of product with robust inspections and assessment team.
- Identified and resolved process and equipment issues to minimize production downtime.
- Established positive relationships with suppliers to obtain timely deliveries of materials and products.
- Forecasted future production needs accurately, allowing for strategic decision-making regarding staffing levels, equipment investments, and inventory management.
- Managed budgeting and resource allocation, ensuring optimal use of funds for operational efficiency.
- Enhanced safety standards with implementation of comprehensive safety training initiatives for all employees.
- Implemented quality control measures to reduce defect rates and enhance product quality consistently.
Engineering Manager
Tom Togs
02.1988 - 12.1991
- Coordinated with sales and marketing teams to identify client needs and develop customized engineering solutions.
- Reviewed technical documentation for accuracy, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Identified areas of improvement in existing systems, providing recommendations that resulted in significant cost savings over time.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to analyze upcoming projects.
- Optimized resource allocation, effectively managing budgets and manpower for multiple simultaneous projects.
- Improved engineering processes by streamlining workflows and implementing efficient project management techniques.
- Presented progress reports to executive leadership, demonstrating success in meeting project milestones on time and within budget constraints.
- Increased efficiency through the automation of manual processes, saving time and resources on project completion.
- Addressed design challenges and evaluated alternative design models to meet project requirements.
- Implemented quality control measures to reduce errors, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Performed concurrent design, manufacturing and engineering, reducing time required to bring products to market.
- Collaborated with R&D department for the successful integration of new technologies into existing products.
- Evaluated project requirements to identify and mitigate risks.
- Coordinated engineering team for projects in commercial and industrial development.
- Designed innovative engineering solutions, leading to patents and industry recognition.
- Coordinated selection of manufacturing methods, fabrication, and operation of product designs.
Engineering Manager
S&S Manfacturning
01.1984 - 01.1988
- Coordinated with sales and marketing teams to identify client needs and develop customized engineering solutions.
- Reviewed technical documentation for accuracy, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Identified areas of improvement in existing systems, providing recommendations that resulted in significant cost savings over time.
- Recommended design modifications to eliminate machine and system malfunctions.
- Optimized resource allocation, effectively managing budgets and manpower for multiple simultaneous projects.
- Improved engineering processes by streamlining workflows and implementing efficient project management techniques.
- Increased efficiency through the automation of manual processes, saving time and resources on project completion.
- Addressed design challenges and evaluated alternative design models to meet project requirements.
- Performed concurrent design, manufacturing and engineering, reducing time required to bring products to market.
- Collaborated with R&D department for the successful integration of new technologies into existing products.
- Evaluated project requirements to identify and mitigate risks.
Industrial Engineering Manager
Highlander LTD.
01.1978 - 01.1984
- Collaborated with other departments to develop integrated solutions that improved overall organizational effectiveness and productivity.
- Conducted root cause analyses to identify areas of inefficiency and develop targeted process improvements.
- Conducted employee performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback and setting clear expectations for future growth and development.
- Utilized advanced analytics tools to track performance metrics, enabling informed decision-making for process improvements across the organization.
- Reduced operational costs through continuous improvement initiatives and optimization of resources.
- Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance on best practices in industrial engineering management and fostering professional development opportunities.
- Implemented lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste and improve overall production efficiency.
Education
High School Diploma -
Floyds High School
Green Sea SC06.1972
Skills
- Operations Management
- Production Scheduling
- Team Building and Motivation
- Organizational Development
- Workforce Planning
- Facilities Management
- Capacity Planning
- Office Management
- Logistics Management
- Operational management
- Scheduling
- Office Administration
- Operations Oversight
- Growth planning
- Project Management
- Procedure Implementation
- Performance Improvement
- Business Planning
- Report Preparation
- Revenue Generation
- Human Resources Management
- Business Administration
- Policy Development
- Expense Reporting
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time Management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Team Leadership
- Attention to Detail
- Self Motivation
- Time management abilities
- Decision-Making
- Effective Communication
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Effective leader
- Reliability
- Professionalism
- Performance Evaluation and Monitoring
- Team building
- Relationship Building
- Employee Relations
- Employee Motivation
- Task Prioritization
- Management Team Building
- Inventory Control
- Administrative Management
- Employee Scheduling
- Quality Assurance
Timeline
VP of Operations
Total Solutions & Logistics Corp
12.2002 - Current
VP of Operations
IN7 INC
04.1998 - 12.2001
Industrial Engineer
Smithfield Packing
02.1995 - 03.1998
Plant Manager
Badger Sportswear
02.1991 - 02.1995
Engineering Manager
Tom Togs
02.1988 - 12.1991
Engineering Manager
S&S Manfacturning
01.1984 - 01.1988
Industrial Engineering Manager
Highlander LTD.
01.1978 - 01.1984
High School Diploma -
Floyds High School
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