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David Phillips

Galion,OH

Summary

Detail-oriented and forward-thinking manufacturing manager with a proven track record in directing operations and activities within the production area. Strong organizational skills, leadership abilities, and comprehensive knowledge of various aspects of the production process. Utilizes lean manufacturing principles to reduce costs, enhance product quality, improve labor efficiency, ensure timely delivery, prioritize safety, and foster employee engagement.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Plant Manager

Charter Next Generation
03.2025 - Current
  • Optimized safety measures with strategic planning and training.
  • Directed and planned plant operations to optimize daily functions.
  • Promoted a culture of support to align with organizational goals.
  • Led, trained and coached plant staff to facilitate high levels of productivity and quality.
  • Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.

Interim Plant Manager

Charter Next Generation
07.2024 - 02.2025
  • Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.
  • Promoted collaborative work environment to motivate and engage staff to achieve company objectives.
  • Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
  • Created plant policies and procedures for safe and productive operations.
  • Boosted employee morale and productivity through effective leadership and motivational techniques.
  • Established metrics to measure performance and drive continuous improvement.

Leadership Development Program

Charter Next Generation
01.2024 - 06.2024

A highly selective training program to gain in-depth knowledge of the essential areas at CNG. Major areas of focus included The Process of Blown Film, Research & Development, Quality, Operations Management, Leadership & Engagement, and Sustainability.

Production Supervisor

Charter Next Generation
07.2022 - 01.2024
  • Leads a team which consistently ranks first in plant in production , lowest in scrap percentage and lowest in customer return rate.
  • Leads a team which consistently ranks highest in quality checks and line ratings completion rate.
  • Organize and conduct shift and/or individual meetings focused on Safety, Quality and Production concerns or achievements.
  • Plan and establish work schedules and assignments to meet production goals.
  • Work closely with material warehouse and shipping to insure prompt incoming and outgoing flow of materials and finished product.
  • Assist other supervisors with staffing needs to increase productivity and minimize downtime.
  • Teach, coach and mentor team members.
  • Proactively engage employees to meet safety, quality, and production goals to create a one team culture.

Maintenance Supervisor

The Timken Company
01.2022 - 07.2022
  • Supervised 3rd shift maintenance department and scheduled shifts.
  • Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
  • Developed and implemented employee incentive programs to promote top performance.

Production Supervisor

The Timken Company
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Compiled production equipment status reports, detailing parts produced, downtime duration and potential quality concerns.

Associate Supervisor/Production Line Operator

The TImken Company
03.2018 - 08.2021
  • Shift supervisor covering Salary supervisors during time off on various shift.
  • Operated various machines to achieve production goals

Owner/Operator

Lighting Restorations/2 Lanes South
02.2001 - 09.2017
  • Managed day-to-day business operations, including designing, fabricating, scheduling, sales, inventory control, HR, marketing and public relations.
  • Specializing in custom designed residential lighting and home decor.
  • Collaborated with top interior designers to design, fabricate and market custom lighting and home decor.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology

North Central State College
Mansfield, OH

Bachelor of Arts - Radio And Television Broadcasting/Communication

Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY
12-1994

Skills

    Production targets

  • Assembly and production
  • Safety and compliance
  • Equipment operation
  • Schedule Management
  • Safety management
  • Operations management
  • Scheduling
  • Lean manufacturing processes
  • Continuous improvement
  • Cost control
  • Waste reduction
  • Engagement
  • Team building and development

Timeline

Plant Manager

Charter Next Generation
03.2025 - Current

Interim Plant Manager

Charter Next Generation
07.2024 - 02.2025

Leadership Development Program

Charter Next Generation
01.2024 - 06.2024

Production Supervisor

Charter Next Generation
07.2022 - 01.2024

Maintenance Supervisor

The Timken Company
01.2022 - 07.2022

Production Supervisor

The Timken Company
01.2021 - 01.2022

Associate Supervisor/Production Line Operator

The TImken Company
03.2018 - 08.2021

Owner/Operator

Lighting Restorations/2 Lanes South
02.2001 - 09.2017

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology

North Central State College

Bachelor of Arts - Radio And Television Broadcasting/Communication

Western Kentucky University
David Phillips
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